Why does my VW Bug have no spark?
The points are called breaker points for a reason. They break the connection between the two coils and that is what induces the spark. So when the points open there should be no power to the secondary coil (number 1 post). Check your coil with an ohm meter. With no power to it check between the positive and negative posts on the coil.
How can I tell if my bug has no spark?
So when the points open there should be no power to the secondary coil (number 1 post). Check your coil with an ohm meter. With no power to it check between the positive and negative posts on the coil. You should see approximately 3 ohms. If you don’t see that I would get a new blue coil.
Why is there no spark on my 68 VW?
Had a very similar problem on a 68 VW. No spark. Replaced the coil, center wire, points and the rotor. Nada. Turned out to be the center pin conductor in the rotor cap. Looked OK, but on close inspection, the little metal tip was gone. New cap cured the problem.
How many ohms does a no spark bug have?
With no power to it check between the positive and negative posts on the coil. You should see approximately 3 ohms. If you don’t see that I would get a new blue coil.
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Can a 12 volt coil be used in a VW?
A normal 12 volt coil does not have an internal ballast like the VWs and point life will be very short if a coil like this is used. Ah, brings back memories of my ’71 Superbeetle. Going home on Christmas break from school at -20F, the engine was running ever more sluggishly.
Why is my ignition not working on my 68 VW?
If you do not have power at the coil with the key in both positions it’s quite possible the electrical part of the ignition switch is faulty. And there should be an in-line fuse for the coil that is located near the generator; make sure that fuse is good. Had a very similar problem on a 68 VW. No spark.
Why does my car have no spark when I start it?
As a result, This occurs after the ignition coil or module gets too hot. Furthermore, it could correct itself after the engine module cools. In some cases, a bad ignition coil will result in the vehicle not starting it all. A Bad Rotor Or Distributor Cap (cracks or carbon tracks that are allowing the spark to short to ground).
Why is there no spark from the ignition coil?
Its like the ignition coil is not collapsing to send the spark energy to the spark plugs. How can you check the pickup coil to see if the timing events are happening in order to make and break the ground on the ignition coil in order to induce a spark on the secondary side, so that spark energy is sent to the spark plugs?
What happens if there is no spark in the ignition coil?
Hence, without this high voltage, there is no spark and, consequently, internal combustion cannot take place within the engine. Simply put, the bottom line is without spark the engine doesn’t run.