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Ignition Coils
If the ignition system in your vehicle's engine is not providing a strong enough spark, it can be very difficult to ignite the air and fuel mixture in the combustion chamber causing symptoms ranging from difficulty starting to poor engine performance. Among the ignition system components, the coil's primary job is to create the spark needed for combustion. A performance ignition coil provides more voltage than an original equipment version, improving engine power and performance. JEGS offers the best ignition coils in the aftermarket from top brands like Accel, MSD Ignition, Pertronix Ignition Products, JEGS, and others. View our wide selection of performance ignition coils that will increase your engine's efficiency and reliability.
The Benefits Of Buying Performance Ignition Coils
Purchasing a performance ignition coil as an upgrade to replace your stock OE coil will provide more than one advantage. The first benefit is improved engine power and performance from a much stronger spark. In addition, replacing an older coil with many years of service before it fails will improve ignition system reliability and life.
Improved Engine Power And Performance
Upgrading your factory ignition coil to a performance version improves your engine's power and performance. Higher voltage creates a better spark which can more efficiently and completely burn the air and fuel mixture in the combustion chamber. This results in quicker starting, smoother idle, better fuel mileage, improved throttle response, and more power.
Increases Reliability And Ignition System Life
Ignition coil replacements help maintain your engine's ignition so that it remains in proper working order. By replacing your coil before it fails, you improve both the reliability and the life of your ignition system. This keeps your vehicle on the road longer and helps prevent downtime created by a coil that fails after many years of service.
Ignition coils are necessary in order to provide spark for your vehicle's engine. It is important to understand what they do, how long they last, testing procedures when a bad coil is suspected, and the steps for replacement. To help you in your research we have provided the answers to common questions about ignition coils below.
What Does An Ignition Coil Do?
An automotive ignition coil sends a large amount of voltage to either the distributor cap, which then directs the voltage to the spark plug via spark plug wires, or directly to the spark plug. The spark plug then converts the voltage to a spark, which ignites the fuel and air mixture within the combustion chamber of the engine. The ignition coil is triggered by the ignition module (in electronic ignition systems), to create the perfect spark timing. Coil pack ignition systems contain multiple coils (often referred to as " ignition coil packs") that are dedicated to one engine cylinder each, and are controlled by an ignition module or engine management system.
How Long Do Ignition Coils Last?
For factory ignition coils, the average life is approximately 100,000 miles. However, there are a variety of factors that affect ignition coil longevity. These include heat, vibration, moisture, corrosion, as well as other contributors. Defective ignition coil symptoms may include difficult engine starting, poor idling, loss of power, as well as poor engine performance.
How To Test Ignition Coil
There are three tests that can be performed on most ignition coils. For two of the tests, the ignition coil needs to be removed from the vehicle. A multimeter is also needed as well as a repair or shop manual for your specific vehicle or engine that will have the primary and secondary resistance ranges to reference and compare with.
How To Replace Ignition Coil
Depending on the year, make, model of the vehicle as well as the engine and type of ignition coil, the replacement directions will change. For most ignition coils, there is either a connector or two leads and the spark plug wire or spark plug boot connection. These need to first be removed. Next is the mounting hardware that holds the coil in place which needs loosened or removed. The ignition coil can then be removed from the vehicle. Ignition coil replacement and installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Improve Your Engine's Horsepower And Performance With Ignition Coils From JEGS
One of the most important automotive engine systems is the ignition system. It's responsible for providing the proper spark at the precise time needed to ignite the fuel and air mixture and make the engine run. Ignition coils provide the voltage needed to create the spark at the plug. High performance versions increase the voltage, resulting in a stronger spark for improved efficiency and more complete burn, resulting in improved performance. Browse our large selection of aftermarket ignition coils, ignition coil parts, and spark plugs that will help improve power and reliability for your engine.
