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If it repeatedly fails you have excessive heat, wrong spec condenser, its getting wet, the voltage is incorrect off the ignition (or magneto if you have one that primitive)
or you may have a bad plug wire or coil causing the spark to "back up" into the condenser. ( How it was described to me in the 1960s )
It could also just be wired on the wrong side of the coil or points.
Good Luck
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The function of the condenser in a breaker points ignition system is to?
The function of the condenser in a breaker points ignition system is to keep the points from sticking together. If the points stick together during ignition it could cause the points to burn up. The condenser sends a signal to the points and then takes the signal away to make the points separate.
What problems can a bad ignition condenser cause on a 1971 volkswagen super beetle?
If you have a bad condenser your car won't run. Always carry a spare set of points and condenser (you change them together) in the glovebox.
What are the symptoms of a bad ignition condenser?
A bad condenser will cause the ignition points to spark more heavily, and burn out sooner. Also misfiring, bucking, and even stalling can occur as the spark may not be sufficient at the plug. The condenser helps reduce sparking at the contact points, and it also stores and provides extra energy for the next spark event, so a bad condener will reduce the strength of your overall ignition spark.
When will a starter fail to disengage?
A starter will not disengage if the ignition switch is stuck or if the solenoid has jammed. This will cause the starter to constantly receive power.
What would cause a ticking and dash lights diming flashiing the ticking is present even when the ignition is off?
look for a shorted electric motor like window motor. when the motor contacts fail they can cause the "ticking" and it drains the power constantly, even when the ignition is off.
Does some motorcycles cause less than some cars?
Yes, the majority of motorcycles are less expensive than cars.
Why is my fridge constantly running and not turning off?
There could be several reasons why your fridge is constantly running and not turning off. It could be due to a faulty thermostat, dirty condenser coils, a malfunctioning compressor, or a refrigerant leak. It is best to have a professional technician inspect and diagnose the issue to determine the exact cause and provide a solution.
Would a cracked condenser stop truck from starting?
Not clear on "cracked condenser", but a bad condenser in the distributor would cause the points to wear out quickly, which could easily keep the truck from starting.
What is the cause a dirty air cooled condenser?
Excessive head pressure.
Why does the security light flash constantly on your 2002 Saturn Vue while driving?
There are 3 different things that can cause the security lights to flash constantly on a 2002 Saturn Vue. These things are a bad passlock sensor in the ignition housing, a bad BCM, or a bad PCM.
What are the common issues that can cause the AC condenser fan to malfunction?
Common issues that can cause the AC condenser fan to malfunction include electrical problems, motor failure, debris buildup, and lack of maintenance.
Why Am fuse burn on Toyota paseo?
My '93 Paseo recent refused to start. Battery was good, starter turns, but won't start. Found sparkplugs had no spark; finally traced it to AM2 fuse, which blew. Replaced it with new fuse, it also blew when I tried to start the car. AM2 fuse is for Ignition -- googling this problem showed the common cause was a condenser ("radio frequency interference condenser" as per advance auto) inside the distributor shorts out and blows this fuse. Sure enough, when I took the condenser out the Paseo started! I've decided not to replace the condenser, as it's only to prevent static on the radio (there's none with it out anyway). The only thing I would've done different was I should've just cut the brown wire coming from the condenser, and left the condenser screwed into the distributor. Because I took the condenser out, there is now a small hole to the side of the distributor where water can come in. I might just seal it with epoxy, cause the condenser is a pain to screw back in. Amazing how such a small part can prevent your car from starting (and more significantly, if it happens while you're driving, it could cause an accident as your car could abruptly lose all power).
