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Old 08-28-2007, 09:51 PM
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how can you tell when your coil is going bad or what are the symptoms??
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Old 08-28-2007, 11:14 PM
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when my coil went out, the car would not start
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You'll notice ignition problems. It might break up under heavy load or at high rpm. Might be slow to start or get going.
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Wont run.
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Originally Posted by infinitebird
You'll notice ignition problems. It might break up under heavy load or at high rpm.
This is what mine did, high rpm miss staring around 5200 rpm.
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would the car even turn over?
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Generally, a coil either works or it dont. Usually wont start.
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would the car even turn over?
Yes, the coil isn't tied to the starter, as in when the coil brakes the starter won't work.
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Originally Posted by wrd1972
Generally, a coil either works or it dont. Usually wont start.
Mine still partially worked after crapping out. I had an digital 6 however. It made matters even more confusing, as I could not put my finger on the problem.
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