Ignition Coil - Priced Each
- Mfg Part #
- 1569064400 1569064400
- ECS Part #
- ES#5506630
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Product Details
The legendary AMG M156 (and its dry-sump M159 sibling found in the SLS AMG) is widely considered one of the greatest naturally aspirated V8 engines ever built. To deliver its signature 6.2L power, lightning-fast throttle response, and that intoxicating exhaust note, it relies on a Coil-on-Plug (COP) direct ignition system. This means every single cylinder gets its own dedicated ignition coil, sitting directly on top of the spark plug to deliver maximum voltage with zero energy loss.
However, because these coils are bolted directly to the cylinder heads of a massive, high-revving V8, they are subjected to punishing extreme heat and intense vibration. Over tens of thousands of miles, this heat degrades the internal copper windings and bakes the rubber spark plug boot. When a coil begins to fail, the spark blows out under high compression, leaving you with a noticeable loss of power and a violently shaking engine.
Common Signs of a Failing M156/M159 Ignition Coil:
Misfires Under Load: The engine hesitates, stutters, or completely falls flat when you plant your foot on the accelerator to make a pass.
Flashing Check Engine Light: A dead or dying coil will almost always trigger a Check Engine Light, often flashing to indicate a severe misfire. You will typically see OBD-II codes ranging from P0300 (random misfire) to P0301-P0308 (cylinder-specific misfires).
Rough, Unbalanced Idle: That smooth, aggressive AMG burble turns into a harsh, unbalanced shake that you can feel through the steering wheel and seats.
Reduced Fuel Efficiency: Unburnt fuel from a misfiring cylinder is dumped into the exhaust, tanking your gas mileage and potentially damaging your catalytic converters.
ECS Tuning Recommends for AMG Owners: If one of your ignition coils has failed due to age and heat cycling, the other seven are right behind it. We highly recommend replacing all eight ignition coils as a complete set, alongside eight brand-new spark plugs, to completely restore your ignition system.
Tech Tip: When you pull your old ignition coils out, inspect the rubber boots closely. If they are covered in engine oil, your valve cover gaskets and spark plug tube seals have failed (a very common issue on the M156). You must fix the oil leak, or the oil will quickly destroy your new coils!
Essential Tools for the Job
Replacing the ignition coils and spark plugs on your AMG M156/M159 requires a few specialized tools to prevent stripped hardware or broken components. ECS Tuning highly recommends adding these to your cart before starting the repair:
Schwaben 11-Piece External Torx (E-Torx) Socket Set (ECS Part #: ES#2777804): The ignition coils are bolted directly to the cylinder heads using E-Torx bolts (typically an E8). You cannot use standard hex sockets on these without stripping the heads.
Schwaben 14mm Deep Well Magnetic Spark Plug Socket (ECS Part #: ES#2561145): The M156 engine requires a specialty 14mm, 12-point, thin-wall spark plug socket to clear the ultra-narrow plug tubes. Standard sockets will not fit, and this version features a powerful internal magnet to prevent dropping the plug.
Permatex Dielectric Tune-Up Grease (ECS Part #: ES#2162838): Apply a small bead to the inside of the new rubber spark plug boots before installation. This prevents high-voltage arcing, seals out moisture, and stops the extreme engine heat from baking the boot onto the spark plug insulator.
- 1561500080
- 1561500380
- 156150038028
- 1569060400
- 1569060500
- 156906050005
This Part Fits the Following Vehicles
| Make | Model | Submodel | Engine | Year | Chasis | Special Fitment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2008 | 204.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2009 | 204.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2010 | 204.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2011 | 204.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2012 | 204.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2012 | 204.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2013 | 204.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2013 | 204.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2014 | 204.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | C63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2014 | 204.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CL63 AMG | Base | V8 5.5L 157.980 | 2011 | 216.374 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CL63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.984 | 2008 | 216.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CL63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.984 | 2009 | 216.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CL63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.984 | 2010 | 216.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CLK63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.982 | 2007 | 209.477 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CLK63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.982 | 2008 | 209.477 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CLK63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.982 | 2009 | 209.477 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CLK63 AMG | Black Series | V8 6.3L 156.982 | 2008 | 209.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CLS63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2007 | 219.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CLS63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2008 | 219.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CLS63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2009 | 219.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CLS63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2010 | 219.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | CLS63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2011 | 219.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | E63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2007 | 211.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | E63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2007 | 211.277 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | E63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2008 | 211.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | E63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2008 | 211.277 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | E63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2009 | 211.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | E63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.983 | 2009 | 211.277 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | E63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2010 | 212.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | E63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2011 | 212.077 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.980 | 2007 | 164.177 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.980 | 2008 | 164.177 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.980 | 2009 | 164.177 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.980 | 2010 | 164.177 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.980 | 2011 | 164.177 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | R63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.980 | 2007 | 251.177 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | S63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.984 | 2008 | 221.177 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | S63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.984 | 2009 | 221.177 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | S63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.985 | 2010 | 221.177 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | SL63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.981 | 2009 | 230.470 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | SL63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.981 | 2011 | 230.470 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | SL63 AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 156.981 | 2012 | 230.470 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
| Mercedes Benz | SLS AMG | Base | V8 6.3L 159.980 | 2011 | 197.377 | Use vehicle selector to confirm fitment |
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