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- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
Ignition Coil
The Porsche Ignition Coil is a vital ignition
system component designed for Porsche 924 turbo and Porsche 924 GT models. Its
primary function is to convert the vehicle's 12-volt battery supply into the
high-voltage electrical charge required to fire the spark plugs and ignite the
air-fuel mixture inside the engine cylinders.
Fits:
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
A properly functioning ignition coil is essential for reliable starting, smooth running, strong acceleration and efficient combustion. Turbocharged Porsche engines place greater demands on the ignition system due to increased cylinder pressures under boost, making ignition coil condition especially important for maintaining performance and reliability.
Whether you're carrying out preventative maintenance, diagnosing ignition faults or restoring a classic Porsche 924 Turbo or 924 GT, replacing an ageing ignition coil can help restore optimum ignition performance and engine efficiency.
What Does an Ignition Coil Do?
The ignition coil acts as a high-voltage transformer within the ignition system. It amplifies the low-voltage electrical current supplied by the battery into the thousands of volts required to generate a spark at the spark plugs.
This spark ignites the compressed air-fuel mixture within the combustion chamber, producing the power needed to drive the vehicle.
A healthy ignition coil helps provide:
Reliable engine starting Strong and consistent spark delivery Efficient fuel combustion Smooth idle quality Improved throttle response Optimum engine performance Reliable operation under turbocharged conditionsWhen Should an Ignition Coil Be Replaced?
Ignition coils naturally deteriorate over time due to heat cycles, vibration, age and electrical stress. Internal windings and insulation materials can weaken, reducing spark output and causing ignition system faults.
Common symptoms of a failing ignition coil include:
Hard starting Engine misfires Rough idle Hesitation during acceleration Reduced power output Poor fuel economy Intermittent stalling Weak spark performance Loss of performance under boostBecause turbocharged engines require a stronger and more consistent spark, ignition coil issues are often more noticeable during acceleration or higher engine loads.
Replacing a worn ignition coil helps restore ignition performance, improve reliability and reduce stress on other ignition components such as spark plugs, ignition leads, distributor caps and rotors.
Features & Benefits
Ignition Coil Part Number: 211905115B Suitable for Porsche 924 Turbo models Suitable for Porsche 924 GT models Generates the high-voltage current required for ignition Helps restore reliable starting and smooth running Supports optimum combustion efficiency Improves ignition performance under boost Ideal for maintenance, repair and restoration projects Durable construction for long service lifeKeep your Porsche ignition system operating at its best with Ignition Coil 211905115B from Design911.
Porsche Ignition Coils & Ignition System Components
Premium Porsche Ignition Parts for Classic Performance Models
Design911 supplies a comprehensive range of Porsche ignition coils, distributor caps, rotor arms, ignition leads, spark plugs and ignition system components for classic Porsche models. Whether you're maintaining a Porsche 924 Turbo, restoring a rare Porsche 924 GT or servicing a classic transaxle Porsche, our ignition components help deliver reliable performance and long-term dependability.
The ignition coil is one of the most important components in the ignition system. Without sufficient spark energy, fuel combustion becomes less efficient, resulting in poor performance, misfires, difficult starting and increased fuel consumption.
Regular replacement of ageing ignition components helps maintain reliability and preserve the performance characteristics Porsche intended.
Why Replace a Porsche Ignition Coil?
Over time, ignition coils become less effective due to internal wear and electrical degradation.
Benefits of replacing a worn ignition coil include:
Improved starting performance Stronger spark output Reduced engine misfires Smoother idle quality Better throttle response Improved fuel combustion Enhanced reliability for turbocharged applications More consistent engine performanceRelated reference numbers
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211905115B
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- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 996 GT2 2001-05
- Porsche 996 GT3 MKI 1999-02
- Porsche 996 GT3 MKII 2003>>
- Porsche 996 GT3 RS 2003-04
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT3 / GT3 RS 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT2 2007-09
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
6 Required per engine. Price is for each.
Fits:
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 996 GT2 2001-05
- Porsche 996 GT3 MKI 1999-02
- Porsche 996 GT3 MKII 2003>>
- Porsche 996 GT3 RS 2003-04
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT3 / GT3 RS 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT2 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII GT2 RS 2011-13
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-0
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99760210405
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- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster 981 2.7L 2012-16
- Porsche Boxster 981 S / GTS 3.4L 2012-16
- Porsche Boxster 981 Spyder 3.8L 2016
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII GT3 / GT3 RS 2010-11
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche 991.1 Carrera C2 3.4L (350 Bhp) 2012-16
- Porsche 991.1 Carrera C2S / GTS 3.8L (400/430 Bhp) 2012-16
- Porsche 991.1 Carrera C4 3.4L (350 Bhp) 2012-16
- Porsche 991.1 Carrera C4S / GTS 3.8L (400/430 Bhp) 2012-16
- Porsche 991.1 Turbo 3.8L (520 Bhp) 2014-16
- Porsche 991.1 Turbo S 3.8L (560 Bhp) 2014-16
- Porsche 991.1 R 4.0L (500 Bhp) 2016
- Porsche 991.1 GT3 3.8L (475 Bhp) 2014-16
- Porsche 991.1 GT3 RS 4.0L (500 Bhp) 2015-16
- Porsche 991.2 Turbo Coupe 3.8L (540 Bhp) 2016-19
- Porsche 991.2 Turbo S Coupe 3.8L (580 Bhp) 2016-19
- Porsche 991.2 Turbo Cabriolet 3.8L (540 Bhp) 2016-19
- Porsche 991.2 Turbo S Cabriolet 3.8L (580 Bhp) 2016-19
- Porsche 991.2 GT3 4.0L (500 Bhp) / GT3 RS 4.0L (520 Bhp) 2017-19
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 981 2013-16
- Porsche Cayman S / GTS 3.4L 981 2013-16
- Porsche Cayman GT4 3.8L 2015-16
Genuine Porsche ignition coil, part number 9A160210408, for selected Porsche 997.2, 991, 987.2 and 981 models. This direct-ignition component supplies the high-voltage energy required by the spark plug in each cylinder.
Fits:
Porsche 997.2 Carrera 2009-12
Porsche 997.2 Turbo / Turbo S 2010-13
Porsche 997.2 GT3 2010-13
Porsche 991.1 Carrera 2012-16
Porsche 991 Turbo 2014-20
Porsche 991 GT3 2014-20
Porsche 987.2 Boxster 2009-12
Porsche 987C.2 Cayman 2009-12
Porsche 987C Cayman R MA1.21
Porsche 981 Boxster 2012-16
Porsche 981 Boxster Spyder 2016
Porsche 981C Cayman 2014-16
What This Product Does
The ignition coil transforms the vehicle electrical system's low voltage into a high-voltage pulse. This allows the spark plug to ignite the compressed air and fuel mixture at the correct point in the combustion cycle.
Functions
- Generates the high voltage needed by the spark plug
- Supports consistent ignition within its assigned cylinder
- Helps maintain smooth starting, idling and acceleration
- Forms part of the engine's direct-ignition system
Technical Details
- Genuine Porsche ignition coil
- Porsche part number: 9A160210408
- Supplied individually
- Six ignition coils are required per six-cylinder engine
- Supersedes Porsche references 9A160210401, 9A160210402 and 9A160210403
Symptoms of Fault
- Intermittent or persistent engine misfiresRough idle or hesitation during acceleration
- Difficult starting, particularly when the engine is hot
- Reduced engine power or limp modeI
- lluminated engine warning light
- Misfire or ignition-coil circuit fault codes
- Poor fuel economy caused by incomplete combustion.
Why Replacement Matters
Heat, vibration and electrical stress can gradually weaken the internal insulation of an ignition coil. Replacing a confirmed faulty unit helps restore dependable spark delivery and reduces the risk of continued misfiring. Check the spark plug, connector, wiring and engine earths during diagnosis, as faults in these areas can produce similar symptoms or place additional strain on the coil.
OE Reference
- 9A160210408- 9A160210401
- 9A160210402
- 9A160210403
FAQs
Can an ignition coil fail only when hot?Yes. Heat can expose deterioration within the insulation or electrical connections, causing an intermittent misfire after the engine warms up.
Should a coil be replaced using only a fault code?
A fault code identifies the affected circuit or cylinder but should be supported by checks of the spark plug, connector, wiring, supply voltage and earth connection.
Should the spark plugs also be inspected?
Yes. Worn, damaged or incorrectly specified spark plugs can increase the electrical load placed on an ignition coil.
Related reference numbers
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9A160210408
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- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
This OE Match ignition coil set includes six coil-on-plug ignition coils, designed for Porsche flat-six engines used in models such as the Porsche 911 (996 / early 997), Boxster (986 / early 987) and Cayman variants. Each coil mounts directly onto a spark plug and delivers the high-voltage spark required to ignite the air-fuel mixture inside the engine cylinders.
Fits:
Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997 - 1999
Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999 - 1902
Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999 - 1902
Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997 - 08/2001
Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997 - 08/2001
Please note: if you require screws order code 90006708901
The ignition coils generate the high-voltage electrical pulse required to create a spark at the spark plug. This spark ignites the air-fuel mixture inside the combustion chamber, enabling the engine to produce power.
Replacing all six coils at the same time ensures uniform ignition performance and prevents issues caused by mismatched coil age or output.
Function
• High-Voltage Generation: Converts 12-volt electrical power into ignition spark voltage
• Cylinder Ignition: Delivers spark directly to each spark plug
• Engine Performance: Supports smooth combustion and consistent power delivery
• Balanced Operation: Six matched coils ensure even ignition across all cylinders
Ignition coils operate in a high-temperature environment close to the engine. Over time the plastic housings can crack or internal components may weaken, leading to misfires, rough running or reduced engine performance. Replacing all coils together ensures consistent spark energy across all cylinders and restores smooth engine operation.
When to Replace. Consider replacing the ignition coils if you notice:
• Engine misfires or rough idle
• Loss of power during acceleration
• Check engine light related to ignition faults
• Cracked ignition coil housing
• During spark plug replacement or major engine service
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SERVICEPACK996
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This kit is comprised of the following items: