Ignition System
IGNITION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
| Symptom | Suspect Area | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Engine will not start or is hard to start (Cranks OK) | Ignition lock switch Ignition coil faulty Spark plugs faulty Ignition wiring disconnected or broken Spark plug cable faulty |
Replace ignition lock switch Inspect ignition coil (See INSPECT IGNITION COIL ) Replace plugs Inspect wiring Replace cable |
| Rough idle or stalls | Ignition wiring faulty Ignition coil faulty Spark plug cable faulty |
Inspect wiring Inspect ignition coil (See INSPECT IGNITION COIL ) Inspect spark plug cable (See INSPECT SPARK PLUG AND SPARK PLUG CABLE ) |
| Engine hesitates/poor acceleration | Spark plugs faulty and spark plug cable faulty Ignition wiring faulty | Replace plugs and cable Inspect ignition coil (See INSPECT IGNITION COIL ) |
| Poor mileage | Spark plugs faulty and spark plugs cable faulty | Replace plugs and cable |