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P0361 Ford Code - Ignition Coil 'K' Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction

Quick Answer

The ignition system on the vehicle uses individual ignition coils for each cylinder. Common causes include Faulty Ignition Coil 11, Ignition Coil 11 harness is open or shorted, Ignition Coil 11 circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P0361 Ford indicates Ignition Coil 'K' Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Ignition Coil 11, Ignition Coil 11 harness is open or shorted, Ignition Coil 11 circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 5,859

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jun 14, 2020

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Code P0361 Ford Description

The ignition system on the vehicle uses individual ignition coils for each cylinder. The Engine Control Module (ECM) controls each ignition coil operation. The ECM sends a ON/OFF signal to energize the ignition coil to create a spark at the spark plug when a spark is required at the cylinder.

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0361 Ford?

Faulty Ignition Coil 11
Ignition Coil 11 harness is open or shorted
Ignition Coil 11 circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)

How to Fix the DTC P0361 Ford?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0361 Ford code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.