Do you know how to detect bad ignition coils in your car? The first step in knowing the answer is to have an idea first of what it is that the ignition coil does. Simply put, ignition coils act as simply voltage transformers. They consist of two other coils, (the primary coils and the secondary coils) which help to ignite sparks to turn on the engine. They are an integral component of any car.
Car mechanics often trick amateurs who don't have the any idea about these coils. They take their time and analyze the situation, only to tell you that the coils are bad, meaning that you must change them as soon as possible. Whereas all that might be needed is some maintenance. We at Kelly CDJR know all about ignition coils. Here are a few suggestions that will tell you whether your car ignitions are working fine or not.
The Engine Doesn't Start
If the coils in your car engine are bad, then you will have start up issues. In cold days especially, this is a common problem, the cool engine doesn't create enough spark between the coils, and the engine remains idle. To confirm whether the coils have problems, inspect the high-tension leads within the engine thoroughly. In such times, the coils don't transfer enough charge from one coil to the other and they just don't turn the engine on.
Backfiring Engine
The next symptom that tells if your engine coils are bad is the continuous backfiring. When surplus fuel leaks to the engine exhaust, then backfiring may result. Most of the times, this happens because the coils are not in good working conditions. Another clear sign is the emission of black smolder from the vehicle exhausts. Following this, you will smell the stench of fuel. Seeing smoke emissions is a clear sign that the coils have gone beyond repair, and the best solution is to visit your nearest repair garage and get the problem fixed.
Constant Jerks
A clear sign of bad engine coils is the constant jerking. Initially, when you turn the engine on, the car will jerk and the engine will splutter. Some other times, you will feel that the car vibrates unnecessarily. To handle this issue, consult an expert and get it checked.
Decreasing Fuel
When driving, keep an eye on the meter of fuel consumption. A bad ignition coil takes up fuel in a much faster rate and the consumption will drop. If the ignition coils don't get the right amount of charge, then consequently the engine will work in a more stressed way and take up fuel. To avoid this problem, either change the coils on time, or call in a technician to handle it.
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