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What causes no spark in engine?

What causes no spark in engine?

Loss of spark is caused by anything that prevents coil voltage from jumping the electrode gap at the end of the spark plug. This includes worn, fouled or damaged spark plugs, bad plug wires or a cracked distributor cap.

How many spark plugs does a Kia Sorento have?

Most cars have one plug per cylinder, so a four-cylinder engine will have four plugs, a six-cylinder engine will have six plugs, and so forth….

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Does Kia Sorento have spark plugs?

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Can a bad ground cause no spark?

Bad grounds can cause no spark issues though. It can cause the ground to ground through the ecu frying it. If you get a single spark when turning on the ignition then nothing when cranking it’s the ecu. It’s a really good idea to go over all your grounds on a regular basis anyway.

Why is my ignition coil not firing?

If the ignition coil does not have spark, it’s time to check its wires. Use a test light to check the continuity on the signal wire and power wire on the ignition coil. If both wires are functional but the coil fails to produce spark, the ignition coil or the ignition control module is bad.

How often you should change spark plugs?

And as a general rule, we recommend replacing spark plugs every 30,000 miles, which falls in line with most manufacturers’ recommendations. You can check your owner’s manual or the manufacturer’s website for information specific to your make and model vehicle.

Can ECM cause no spark?

It is extremely rare for a no spark condition to be the result of a faulty coil or ECM. Users get fixated on these items and jump to the conclusion they must be responsible for their problem because these items are easy to see and replace.