Ignition System Flashcard

Front

Why do gasoline engines need an ignition system?

Back

To initiate combustion on the power stroke

Front

What type of engines are described as compression ignition engines?

Back

Diesel engines

Front

Characteristic of a secondary circuit?

Back

Carries high-voltage current

Front

What is the voltage level of the current in the primary circuit?

Back

12 volts

Front

Which part of the spark plug helps in securing it to the engine?

Back

Threads

Front

Which part of the spark plug is typically exposed to the combustion chamber?

Back

Center electrode

Front

What does the side electrode do in a spark plug?

Back

Causes electricity to jump gap and return to battery

Front

What is the primary function of the steel shell in a spark plug?

Back

Supports other parts

Front

What does the spark plug reach determine?

Back

How far the spark plug extends through the cylinder head

Front

What is the primary material used in the center electrode of a non-resistor spark plug?

Back

Metal