Why do I not have a spark plug in my ignition?
If you do not have a good spark in all wires then you may have an electrical problem in your ignition system. Locate your distributor cap. The distributor is responsible for taking the high voltage generated in the ignition coil and passing it on to the spark plugs in a synchronized pattern.
What to do when your engine has no spark?
Insert a spark plug tester into the plug boot and ground it on a piece of metal on the engine. Finally, Have someone crank the engine and watch for spark. Remove one of the coils from the spark plug. Use an extra spark plug. A spark plug tester. Or even a screwdriver in the end of the coil.
How is the spark plug connected to the distributor?
The distributor is responsible for taking the high voltage generated in the ignition coil and passing it on to the spark plugs in a synchronized pattern. It is connected to each plug wire, and you can trace back your plug wires to find the distributor cap.
Why is my spark plug not plugging in?
You could look around for another spark plug socket with skinnier walls. It is possible that plug does not match the others and you may need a different size socket. It would be very helpful to see the problem. As cigroller suggested, a photograph might get you up and running again.
Insert a spark plug tester into the plug boot and ground it on a piece of metal on the engine. Finally, Have someone crank the engine and watch for spark. Remove one of the coils from the spark plug. Use an extra spark plug. A spark plug tester. Or even a screwdriver in the end of the coil.
Why is there no spark in my ignition?
An ignition module requires some type of external input in order to activate. If your vehicle stalls unexpectedly during operation and will not start again, it is likely because of loose or corroded electrical connections in the ignition module. In this case, check the switch, clean oxidized terminals, and replace broken wires if necessary.
How do you remove spark plug from cylinder?
I would “line up” the socket with the “nut” that is the remaining base of the plug and knock the socket on the plug with a mallet. Once the socket is on the base you should be able to remove it from the cylinder. Then the challenge will be to get the base out of the socket.