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How to Be a Smart Spark Plug User

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In order to become a smart spark plug user, you first need to understand what a spark plug does and how it works. A spark plug is a device for delivering electric current from an ignition system to the combustion chamber of a spark ignition engine. It ignites the compressed air-fuel mixture by an electric spark. Small but mighty, the spark of electricity emitted by the plug creates the ignition for the combustion needed to start your vehicle. By putting the engine’s pistons in motion, your car can then be powered up, stay powered up, and produce a smooth burn of the compressed air-fuel mixture. Spark plugs can withstand extreme heat and pressure inside the combustion cylinders and are built to burn off deposits from fuel additives or other contaminants. What does it mean for you? Well, without a spark plug your car won’t start or go anywhere. Spark Plug Health The health of a smart plug is directly linked to an engine’s performance, hence a healthy engine ensures a health...

How to Choose the Right Spark Plug?

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Every engine needs its own uniquely-designed spark plug and if you are planning to install a new one for your vehicle, be prepared to follow some of the major rules to avoid any possible mistakes. These days there are lots of choices in spark plugs. You will deal with different plugs which will come with either one or four ground electrodes. But the question is how to choose the best one for your vehicle? A perfect spark plug depends on the engine modifications you have made. The factors which are included in this are the design of spark plug, the length of spark plugs, their reach, and diameter. Spark plugs are responsible for engine performance which is built on a baseline of design technology. So here are some important issues to deal with while choosing the best one: 1. Read the Owner’s Manual The first thing that you should never avoid when choosing the best spark plug is to not ignore the owner’s manual. The owner’s manual will help you figure out the best time...

How to Know When to Replace an Old Spark Plug?

Spark plugs may look little but are one of the major reasons why a vehicle starts smoothly. Most people who drive their vehicle and observe any problem in its starting procedures tend to think there may be some glitch in the battery that is causing the problem. But, this may not be the case always, as the spark plugs of your vehicle do a big job. Taking care of their replacing, cleaning for, maintaining the good health of your vehicle is essential and a good spark plug does just that. The following warning signals may indicate that your spark plugs need a replacement: a. Starting Becomes a Troublesome Job When starting your vehicle becomes difficult, it may be a sign that calls for attention especially changing your spark plugs. Since it is the spark plug that powers the engine of your vehicle, if your car is staying stalled while you are trying to turn it on, a problem might exist with the spark plugs or the spark plug wires may be damaged and require an urgent replacement....