Spark Plug Archives - Brake & Front End
Making Sure You Get A Strong Spark (Video)

Complete combustion requires strong spark at the right time with the right compression. Sponsored by AP Emissions.

VIDEO: How Much Energy Does It Take To Fire A Coil?

The condition of a spark plug can tell you a lot. This video is sponsored by Standard Motor Products.

VIDEO: Real Fuel Pump Diagnostics For Pros

The reality is that for technicians working on a car this almost never works. This video is sponsored by Carter.

VIDEO: Checking For Spark Inside And Outside The Engine

In this video we discuss what it takes to fire a spark plug under pressure. This video is sponsored by Autolite.

VIDEO: Extended Crank Conditions During Starting

The issue might not be the starter or battery, it might be the fuel pump. This video is sponsored by Carter.

VIDEO: Spark Plug Electrode Wear And The Shape Of The Tip

We discuss how wear due to plasma erosion can change firing voltages. This video is sponsored by Autolite.

VIDEO: Replacement Spark Plug Selection

You have choices when selecting a replacement spark plug. This video is sponsored by Autolite.

VIDEO: Spark Plug Mistakes And Recovery

What sets a part a professional technician from an amateur? This video is sponsored by Autolite.

VIDEO: Should You Use Anti-Seize On Spark Plugs?

Anti-seize can alter the tightening torque up to 20%, increasing the risk of breakage. This video is sponsored by Autolite.

VIDEO: Ignition Coil Secondary Ignition Waveforms

A “burn line” can tell you a lot about what’s going on under the hood. This video is sponsored by Autolite.

VIDEO: Can You Replace Spark Plugs On A Hot Engine?

Installing a spark plug with the engine hot can change the torque specification. This video is sponsored by Autolite.

VIDEO: Hot Or Cold Spark Plug Torque

We discuss how and when spark plugs should be installed. This video is sponsored by Autolite.