Spark Plugs Archives - Brake & Front End
VIDEO: Selecting The Right ACDelco Spark Plug

ACDelco plugs feature advanced suppressor designs that prevent flashover & leaks of combustion gases. Sponsored by ACDelco.

Delphi Technologies Training Series: How to Service Ignition Coils

A vehicle’s ignition system must provide sufficient spark to the right cylinder, at the right time, thousands of times every minute. Making accurate ignition repairs an absolute must. With our best practice guide to servicing ignition coils, you’ll know how they work, why and how they fail, and how to replace them for a high

VIDEO: Why Do Spark Plugs Have A Smaller Gap?

A tighter spark plug gap can increase power and reduce emissions. This video is sponsored by NGK and NTK.

VIDEO: Why Should You Replace All The Coils And Plugs?

Bad plugs could be the root cause of coil failure. This video is sponsored by NGK and NTK.

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: 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.