Symptoms of Faulty or Faulty Points and Capacitor
If your car runs rough, the engine won't start, or the car won't start at all, the capacitor points and system may be faulty.
The glasses and condenser system is commonly used in older model cars such as classic cars. The glasses and capacitor system works by electrical charge, which is directed to the ignition coil connected to the distributor cap. The capacitor is connected to the system using circuit breakers. The condenser and distributor rotate so that the points open and close continuously. Current from the ignition flows through the contacts and supplies voltage to the spark plugs, which ignite the fuel. Capacitors last about 20,000 miles and need to be replaced from time to time as a normal maintenance item. Here are some common symptoms indicating the presence of bad points and a capacitor:
1. Car won't start
If your car won't start, the problem might be somewhere in the dots and the capacitor. The ignition system can be a tricky system, especially for someone who has never worked with it before, so it's best to have a professional mechanic diagnose and fix the problem. From there, mechanics can replace the points and the capacitor system if needed, so you'll be able to get your car up and running in no time.
2. Engine won't start
When you try to start the car, if the engine cranks but doesn't catch, it's a potential problem with the points and the capacitor. It's a good idea to check the battery and other common starting problems to rule out any obvious reasons why your engine isn't running. If everything is in order with the battery, contact AvtoTachki specialists so that they can look at the points and the capacitor and diagnose the problem.
3. Engine runs rough
Faulty points and the condenser system can cause rough running, misfiring, lean and rich mixtures. If the engine is hard to start and runs rough after starting, then it's time to contact a mechanic to look at the system and find out exactly what the problem is. Better to replace it now than when you're in an emergency and your car won't start.
If your car is running intermittently, the engine won't start, or the car won't start at all, the problem could lie with the capacitor points and system. AvtoTachki makes it easy to repair your points and capacitor by coming to your home or office to diagnose or fix problems. You can order the service online 24/7. Qualified technical specialists of AvtoTachki are also ready to answer any questions you may have.
