How much do you know about car ignition system maintenance?
In a car engine, the ignition is the part that ignites the fuel. The device will automatically disconnect the ignition. In a car, the ignition is the part where you turn the key to start the engine. The job of the ignition system is to ignite the air-fuel mixture in a gasoline engine. The ignition system consists of a spark plug that ignites in the combustion chamber, an ignition coil that converts the battery voltage to a higher voltage, and an ignition cable that connects these components.
One of the essential parts for the smooth operation of your vehicle is the ignition system. Ignition can initiate an engine cycle designed to propel the vehicle forward. If you want to avoid car starting problems, you need to make sure the ignition is working properly.
Why there are problems with the car ignition system?
There are several reasons why the ignition switch fails and will prevent you from starting the car such as-
· Worn ignition switch contacts
· Temperature problems
· Broken springs
On public roads, poor contact with the ignition switch may cause the engine to stop while driving, which is dangerous.
Symptoms of a Bad Ignition System
Ignition switch problems can range from flickering interior lights to more serious issues such as the non-starting of your vehicle. Once you find those signs, there would be a need for car Ignition repair. The signs of the Ignition System include-
The engine will not start
· Vehicle starting and stopping
· Intermittent failure of lights and other accessories
· Quiet starter motor
· Problem in starting key
The car ignition switch has four positions that activate different systems-
· Lock/Off
· Accessory
· Run
· Start
Faulty Ignition Switch: If the ignition system will not ignite and the engine will not start, the root cause is likely related to the ignition switch.
Dead Battery: A common cause of ignition system problems is a failed or malfunctioning vehicle's main battery. It was determined that the alternator failure had caused the battery to struggle and the ignition system may have failed.
