Q & A: Ignition system

1. How often should I replace spark plugs in my engine?

2. I have a couple of bad plug wires? Should I replace only the bad ones or all of them?

3. How hard is it to change the spark plugs myself?

4. How come a diesel engine doesn't have spark plugs?

5. Should I replace the distributor cap and rotor when I change the plugs?

6. Can I replace the distributor cap and rotor myself?

7. My engine won't start. How can I tell if it is getting spark?

8. How can I tell what is causing a no spark situation?

9. How do you check or adjust ignition timing on an engine with a distributor less ignition?

10. My engine quit running and won't start. It cranks normally, but just won't go. What's wrong?

11. My engine starts and idles fine but lacks power at high speed. Why?

12. My engine starts but dies after a couple of minutes and won't restart. Why?

13. My engine is hard to start when it's cold. What's wrong?

14. My engine is hard to start when it's hot. What's wrong?

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MARATHON AUTO AIR & ELECTRIC SERVICE

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