Ignition System
When your distributor starts giving you trouble, you'll know it. Misfires, random stalling, or a key that won't turn are…
Q: What Does a Starter Typically Look Like? A: A car starter is a motor usually shaped like a cylinder,…
The ignition coil’s location depends on the type of ignition system your vehicle has. It may be mounted on the…
Summary When a car battery begins to leak, you’ll notice chalky green acid deposits forming around the battery terminals. A…
Summary In most vehicles, the kill switch can be found behind the glove box or under the hood, sitting right…
Summary Depending on the vehicle’s model, trim level, and push-button ignition system, you might be able to drive off without…
Summary Overall, anti-theft systems either prevent a thief from stealing a vehicle or alert others in the vicinity of the…
Summary Winter is hard on car batteries because oil thickens, which means the engine needs more power to start up.…
Summary To jump-start your vehicle, you’ll need to park both cars close to each other, turn off their engines, and…
Summary Resetting your car’s starter or key fob involves reprogramming the system so that your vehicle and the key can…