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Whether you have a traditional key starter or a push-button starter, your vehicle can’t come to life without a healthy ignition coil. The ignition coil in your vehicle is responsible for starting the combustion process in your engine. When you have a faulty ignition coil, you might not be able to turn on your car at all, which means you will need to schedule service at your Toyota dealer quickly.
1. Check Engine Light
Sometimes, the check engine light on your dashboard may turn on before you notice any obvious signs of a failing ignition coil. The electronic monitor in your vehicle is programmed to detect faults in your engine, from spark plugs to engine misfires. As soon as you see the check engine light, you should book a service appointment.
2. Difficult Starts
When you have a healthy ignition coil, your car should start easily. If you start having difficulty starting your car, this could be because the ignition coil is failing. Hard starts are commonly caused by spark plugs not receiving enough voltage to start engine combustion.
3. Misfires and Backfires
Sudden changes in engine performance can also indicate a problem with your ignition coil. If your engine is misfiring on the road, you may notice your vehicle jerking or vibrating. If your engine is backfiring, you will hear a loud bang when you are driving. Backfires can be especially serious, since unaddressed backfires can cause massive engine damage over time.
4. Poor Gas Mileage
If you find yourself at the pump more often, this could be because a failing ignition coil is affecting the performance of your engine. Reduced gas mileage can be an early sign that you need ignition coil service, particularly when you also notice less acceleration power.
Why Should You Schedule Service At Your Toyota Dealer?
There are several reasons why scheduling service at your Rick McGill’s Airport Toyota is a good idea. The mechanics at our dealership are trained to service Toyota vehicles. We also have special programs that simplify your vehicle maintenance needs, such as Service Express Pick-Up and Delivery Service.
With Service Express Pick-Up and Delivery, your vehicle can be picked up from your home, serviced at the dealership service department, and returned to you. If you are having trouble starting your car, this program can take a lot of the hassle out of vehicle repair. To schedule Service Express Pick-Up and Delivery, all you need to do is call or schedule online.
Whether you are noticing early signs of trouble with your ignition coil or your car refuses to start, you can easily correct your ignition issues when you schedule service at your dealership. To book your service appointment, call Rick McGill’s Airport Toyota today.
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