This is a great idea.. have two threads running at the same time on the same issue.
Yeah... sarcastic I know.
Yes there is a way to check the coil. Search under my name in the windstar forum.
IF it is missing on cyl number 1 you don't have to check them all! Now I don't know how your engine is mounted but in a windstar the number 1 plug is so difficult to get to that I considered not changing mine. I have seen posts where members discovered that mechanics did not change the entire first bank!
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BroncoJoe19
2006 Alt Fuel Jeep (electric)
'98 windstar 3.8L
'99 Crown Vic 4.6L
'90 Full Size Bronco 5.0L
I'm not a professional mechanic, take my suggestions with a grain of salt, or a cup of coffee 
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