A distributor ignition can burn out due to several factors, including excessive heat generated from prolonged use or inadequate cooling, which can damage the ignition coil. Additionally, electrical surges or short circuits can lead to overheating and failure of the components. Poor maintenance, such as worn or damaged contacts, can also contribute to premature burnout by causing arcing or increased resistance. Finally, using incorrect or low-quality parts can compromise the system's performance and lifespan.
Yes, a loose distributor can rotate so that the ignition timing for the engine is lost.
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There could be several things to cause no spark, but one I have ran into is the Ignition Control Module inside the distributor or the coil inside is bad. If your plug wires are good and your wiring to the distributor checks out, then it's either the coil or the ignition control module. Both are inside the distributor.
The distributor on a 1994 Geo Prizm does not have points. It's got an electronic ignition system. The ignition coil and module are located inside the distributor. If you're doing any testing of the distributor, be sure to replace the spark plug wires first. Defective spark plug wires will instantly burn out the coil and in some cases, the module too.
The distributor cap of an ignition system is one possible cause of many for misfires. Other possible sources to investigate are the distributors cap and gears. The flow chart of diagnosing misfires also include the coil, capacitor (if applicable), ignition wires and the spark plugs.
Replace ignition module (under the distributor cap)
The ignition module that is in the distributor is probley bad.
Bad ignition wires can short out the distributor cap and rotor. Moisture is another cause.
How do you replace the ignition distributor on a 93 mx6 v6 pics?
inside the distributor
The ignition module is located in the distributor, under the distributor cap.
The ignition coil is inside the ignition distributor.