When do spark plugs and wires need to be changed?
Expect most cars with over 100,000 miles to start running less than smoothly. You’re due fo plugs and wires. Spark Plugs were changed. But not the wires. “Spark Plug wires” is what my question is about? Plug wires are so inexpensive and easy to change that I’ve never seen any point in waiting around for them to cause a problem.
Why are plug wires so easy to change?
Plug wires are so inexpensive and easy to change that I’ve never seen any point in waiting around for them to cause a problem. And problems anywhere in the ignition system can cause damage in other parts like the coil. On distributor-less systems where the PCM controls spark its possible to actually damage the drivers in the PCM.
Why are the spark plugs on my car damaged?
The spark plugs, wires, and the ignition coils are all inter-connected with each other. The spark plug delivers electric current from the ignition system to the combustion chamber and creates a spark to ignite the fuel/air mixture. Over time, the spark plugs get damaged due to the carbon deposit or other waste product from the combustion process.
How often should I change the plugs on my car?
Ususally 100,00 miles is about the time to change out the plugs. I always went by: 30k normal plugs; 60k platinum; 100k or more for Iridium or other high-zoot technology. Change wires every 60k, also inspect and cap/rotor; change if cracked, eroded, or carboned up. Benefits?
Expect most cars with over 100,000 miles to start running less than smoothly. You’re due fo plugs and wires. Spark Plugs were changed. But not the wires. “Spark Plug wires” is what my question is about? Plug wires are so inexpensive and easy to change that I’ve never seen any point in waiting around for them to cause a problem.
Plug wires are so inexpensive and easy to change that I’ve never seen any point in waiting around for them to cause a problem. And problems anywhere in the ignition system can cause damage in other parts like the coil. On distributor-less systems where the PCM controls spark its possible to actually damage the drivers in the PCM.
Ususally 100,00 miles is about the time to change out the plugs. I always went by: 30k normal plugs; 60k platinum; 100k or more for Iridium or other high-zoot technology. Change wires every 60k, also inspect and cap/rotor; change if cracked, eroded, or carboned up. Benefits?
Is it possible that a VW plug is miswired?
I doubt it’s miswired, it wouldn’t run at all, or would backfire, if plug wires were switched. It is possible that an old wire might have been damaged during the plug change. And I agree with Cigroller, you’re better off with the exact brand/model plug recommended by VW.