What would cause a central air conditioner to stop working?
When your air conditioner suddenly stops working, it can be cause for alarm or it can be something as simple as a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. It is important to note that many common problems with air conditioners can be caused by inadequate maintenance.
Is there a problem with the air conditioning in my car?
But, most cars don’t have any specific warning for the air conditioning. Your car may give you small signs that there’s a problem – a foul smell when you turn on the air conditioning or the car blowing warm air instead of cool.
Can a bad ignition switch cause a car not to start?
However, if your car has ignition switch problems, you may not be able to start the car at all. Ignition switch problems can also cause issues on the road, such as unexpected shutdowns or electrical problems.
What happens if you have a faulty ignition coil?
As we mentioned with the fuel economy problem, a faulty ignition coil will often lead to unspent fuel entering into the exhaust system. When this fuel comes into contact with the hot metal of the exhaust or catalytic convertor, it can instantly ignite and explode, creating a back-fire – a loud noise that booms out of the back of the car.
How can you tell if your car has an ignition problem?
If you’re noticing strange noises, accompanied by a poor response from the engine leading to jerks or vibration when idling, these can be tell-tale signs that the ignition coil is on its way out. In the worst case scenario this can lead to the car shutting down altogether, and stalling when you put your foot down on the gas.
What happens if you have a bad ignition coil?
However, a bad ignition coil won’t generate any power, and in turn, there would be no spark for the combustion to start. If your car’s engine light suddenly turns on, this could be a sign that something is bad with the ignition coil.
However, if your car has ignition switch problems, you may not be able to start the car at all. Ignition switch problems can also cause issues on the road, such as unexpected shutdowns or electrical problems.
Why do I have to keep the ignition on all the time?
If the car is just a tool-around cruiser, it’s not a huge deal, but if you’re vintage-racing the car, or even driving right-foot-down often on the street, the fact that a shrinking point gap retards the ignition timing is a reason to keep the ignition maintained. And this raises a third problem.
How can I tell if my ignition switch is bad?
The ignition switch is used every time the vehicle is powered on and started. It will eventually wear out and begin to have issues. Usually, a faulty ignition switch will produce any of the following 5 symptoms that can alert the driver of a potential issue.