If you’ve ever driven your car and felt a strange vibration in the steering wheel, you’re not alone. An ignition coil can cause your car to shake, making it difficult to drive. Although this issue is usually harmless, it can be a nuisance if it occurs frequently. If you notice your car shaking more than usual, it’s best to take it in for a checkup. You may also be able to fix the issue yourself by replacing the ignition coil.
What is an Ignition Coil?
An ignition coil is a small, but critical, component of an engine that helps create the spark needed to start the engine. When an engine is turned over, the coil creates a magnetic field that causes a wire in the engine to heat up and start generating electricity. This process allows your car to start. If your coil fails, it can cause your car to shake and not start.
How Do They Work?
If you have an engine with an ignition coil, your car may shake when you start it. This is because the coil creates a spark that ignites the fuel in the engine. Older engines often had coils made out of metal, which can create vibrations. Newer engines usually use electronic coils, which are less likely to cause vibrations.
Can an Ignition Coil Cause Your Car to Shudder?
An ignition coil is a component located in the engine of your car that helps to ignite the air/fuel mixture when you start the engine. This can cause your car to shudder if it’s not functioning properly. In some cases, a bad coil can also cause your car to misfire and produce other issues. If you think your car is shaking due to an ignition coil issue, take it in for a checkup by your mechanic.
How to Test If Your Coil Is Bad
Testing for bad coils is a simple process that can help you determine if the coil is causing your car to shake. If the coil is bad, it will cause the engine to run rough and make noise. You can test your coil by doing the following:
1) Start your car and let it idle.
2) Remove the spark plug cover.
3) Inspect the coil for damage. If there is damage to the coil, it will cause a loss of power and a rough engine idle.
What to do if Your Coil Is Bad
If your coil is bad, your car will shake. If you have a CEL, the code will come on and stay on. The shaking will only go away when the coil is replaced. If you don’t have a CEL, the shaking might go away if you wait a while or if you drive it around a bit. If the coil is bad and you have a CEL, it’s best to bring it in for repair.
Conclusion
As someone who regularly inspects and services car engines, it’s important that I be able to answer any questions you may have about ignition coils. Contrary to popular belief, an ignition coil will not cause your car to shake – in fact, the opposite is usually true. An incorrectly installed or faulty coil can actually cause your car to vibrate excessively and make a lot of noise, but this is definitely not something you should be worried about when it comes to your vehicle’s engine. Thank you for reading and I hope this information has provided some relief.