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What are the symptoms to identify faults in the ignition coil?

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Ignition coil

In this video we show the symptoms that indicate when the ignition coils of our car are faulty. First of all, it presents ignition problems, and consumes more fuel than usual. The coil can be damaged internally due to overheating, vibrations, or the use of unsuitable spark plugs. They will therefore first show the symptoms we have already described, such as ignition problems, especially when cold; we will also hear strange noises, and vibrations coming from the cylinder that is not working; consequently there will be abnormal fuel consumption, compared to the norm. The advice is therefore to change the complete set of coils and check the condition of the spark plugs.

Posted on 22 December 2024 by ScegliAuto

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