Glossary / Electrical

ignition system

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The ignition system is what starts the engine. It makes a spark that lights up the fuel so the car can run.

Technical Definition

The ignition system is the part of a vehicle that creates the spark needed to ignite the fuel-air mixture in the engine cylinders. It includes components like coils, distributors, and spark plugs.

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