How to Determine if the Ignition Coil is Damaged?
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Symptoms of a damaged ignition coil include: 1. The vehicle body shakes noticeably when the car is idling. 2. Observe the exhaust pipe outlet; the exhaust gas flow shows obvious intermittency, and the exhaust pipe shakes violently, with a clear "popping" sound audible. Here is some information about ignition coils: 1. As gasoline engines evolve towards higher speeds, higher compression ratios, greater power, lower fuel consumption, and lower emissions, traditional ignition systems no longer meet the requirements. 2. The core components of the ignition system are the ignition coil and the switching device. Increasing the energy of the ignition coil allows the spark plug to generate sufficient spark energy, which is the basic condition for the ignition system to adapt to the operation of modern engines.
After driving for so many years, I've encountered ignition coil failures several times. I remember once during a long trip, the engine shook violently in neutral gear, as if the whole car was trembling, with poor acceleration and the engine warning light on the dashboard illuminated. I first checked the spark plugs myself to ensure they were normal, then suspected it was an ignition coil issue. Eventually, I took it to a repair shop where the mechanic used a diagnostic tool to read the trouble code P0300, indicating cylinder misfire, and then tested by replacing the coils one by one to confirm the faulty one. Normally, if an ignition coil fails, the car may exhibit noticeable shaking at idle, difficulty starting, or a sudden increase in fuel consumption, all of which could be signs to get it checked early. Relatedly, high temperatures and aging circuits are common causes, and regular inspections can prevent greater damage, such as harming the catalytic converter. It's advisable not to delay when symptoms appear—safety first.
