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Ignition systems - explained

How does spark plug timing work? An explanation of automotive ignition systems. Ignition coils, distributors, and firing ...
1. Repairs are most easily made with unit removed from car. And there's a lot that you can do with only the simplest of tools (Fig. 1) to see that your distributor is in top condition. Think of your ...
Just like spark plugs, ignition coils can wear down and become faulty over time. There are many common signs that an ignition coil is getting bad, but one obvious sign is an engine misfire, typically ...