VIDEO: Ignition Coil Torque
Don’t let improper torquing of the bolt ruin the job. This video is sponsored by Standard Motor Products.
Don’t Forget About Ignition When It’s Time for Road Trip Tune-Ups
Summer 2020 was a boom time for road trips. Many drivers were eager to hit the road, and according to the Expedia® 2020 Summer Travel Report published in July 2020, 85% of U.S. travelers reported that they would be likely to take a road trip. This road trip renaissance is slated to continue into spring
Gapping Spark Plugs
For modern fine-wire spark plugs, you should not measure the gap unless instructed by the manufacturer.
How Ignition Coils And Plugs Find The Path Of Least Resistance
No matter if it is the secondary or primary side of the coil, inspecting the grounds should be one of the first tests.
VIDEO: Intermittent Ignition Coil Failures
On coil-on-plug setups, the primary terminals may be located in a connector. This video is sponsored by Blue Streak.
VIDEO: Diagnosing Ignition Grounds
Repeat ignition coil failure may be the result of bad grounds. This video is sponsored by Blue Streak.
Pulling Codes: Multiple Misfire Personalities
The vehicle appeared to run fairly well at idle, but when taken for a test drive, did not perform well. We crack the code.
Moroso Ultra 40 Ignition Wire Set For LT Engines
Wire Sets are constructed out of Moroso ULTRA 40, 7mm diameter ignition wire with 40 ohms of resistance per foot.
Radio Waves And No-Start Diagnostics
When a vehicle starts today, the energizing of the starter is only one of many events.
Diagnosing Secondary Ignition Problems
Kilovolt demand can vary widely according to air/fuel ratio, running compression and spark timing.
VIDEO: No-Start No-Crank On Vehicles With Transponder Keys
Doug Kaufman discusses no-start and no-crank issues on vehicles, and the different diagnostic processes and tools you can use to find the problem. Sponsored by Blue Streak.
Using Fuel And Ignition Waveforms Together
Fuel injector and secondary ignition waveforms can show the condition of the fuel and ignition system, and combined they can give you new insights on misfires and if they are related to the fuel or ignition system. Scan tools can tell you if there is a misfire and which cylinder is misfiring. Rarely will you be able to determine if it is the ignition coil and spark plug or if the fuel injector is causing a rich or lean condition. With a scope that has the correct probes, it is possible.
