Where does the coil go when you replace the distributor?
Where does the coil go when you replace the distributor?
Lacey, when you say you replaced the distributor does that mean the entire assembly – drive shaft and all, or just the rotor or maybe just the distributor cap. If this is an H.E.I. system then the coil is most likely to be located on top of the distributor cap.
Do you have power at the plus side of the coil?
Yes I do have power at the plus side of the coil. Also there is a spark generated each time you turn the ignition switch on and off. I have replaced the ignition module, the magnetic pickup assembly, the ignition coil and checked the various electrical connectors and ignition switch. No spark from the coil when engine is turned over for starting.
What to do if there is no spark from the ignition coil?
If you suspect a problem in your ignition system, first perform a spark intensity test to pinpoint the problem. Using insulated pliers, hold the end of one of the spark plug leads about 1 / 2 inch; (12.7mm) away from the engine block or other good ground, and crank the engine.
Where does the current from the ignition coil go?
A timing circuit in the amplifier module will turn the current on again after the coil field has collapsed. When the current is on, it flows from the battery through the ignition switch, the primary windings of the ignition coil, and through the amplifier module circuits to ground.
Lacey, when you say you replaced the distributor does that mean the entire assembly – drive shaft and all, or just the rotor or maybe just the distributor cap. If this is an H.E.I. system then the coil is most likely to be located on top of the distributor cap.
What causes a disributor ignition coil to fail?
The ignition coil, which is attached by screws to the disributor body, can fail because of heat, age, etc. This will cause a weak spark. The engine will almost catch, but will not start. The coil potting had cracked and this resulted in a weak spark.
How does a running engine affect the distributor?
A running engine sends a large amount of electricity through the ignition coils to the rotor, which turns inside the distributor. The rotor routes the energy in a specific through the spark plug wires ultimately to the engine’s cylinders in the correct firing order.
Yes I do have power at the plus side of the coil. Also there is a spark generated each time you turn the ignition switch on and off. I have replaced the ignition module, the magnetic pickup assembly, the ignition coil and checked the various electrical connectors and ignition switch. No spark from the coil when engine is turned over for starting.
What causes a motorcycle to not start up?
The most common time that you will encounter fuel problems is when you try to start your motorcycle for the first time after being stored for a long period of time. After a while, the gas can break down if it was not properly stabilized and will lose enough octane so that it will not combust.
Do you need to replace ignition coil pack with AutoZone?
DO NOT replace you ignition coil pack with Autozone. The staff stressed that it was the correct one , that that’s what it shows on the computer and that’s what it calls for and that the harness was needed for the upgrade. That pack is for a 2000 model and the harness is so that it will fit to connect to your 99.
Why does the ignition coil fail on my car?
The ignition coil turns the battery’s low voltage to the thousands of volts needed to create an electric spark in the spark plugs, which ignite the fuel. Coils can fail due to heat or vibration, or when there is a bad connection to the spark plugs.
What happens when a coil or spark plug goes bad?
When a coil goes bad there may be smoke or odor. Open the hood immediately and check. A failed solenoid can make a clicking sound when you try to start the engine. What Causes a Faulty Coil or Spark Plug? Spark plug or coil problems can also make your car lose power and die.
When to know if your alternator or battery is bad?
If you check hours or days after the fact, then you won’t be able to smell anything anymore. Before you go out and order a new battery or alternator, test some of these different systems. If your alternator, coil, battery, or starter is bad, the car probably won’t start, and it definitely won’t be drivable.
