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It Starts With a Spark" by Brandon Steckler is an insightful guide to understanding the science, strategy, and practical application of ignition system diagnostics. Written in a clear and approachable style, the book walks technicians through the fundamentals of ignition systems and the rules of electricity that govern it.
Brandon explains how to analyze scan data and how to dissect ignition waveforms and brings it all together with a series of driveability case studies.
The coil bound 8-1/2" x 11" manual includes 149 full-color pages.
Table of Contents
A tribute to all of you
The Almost Alien Source of Energy
The magic device
Understanding no one is above the law
Dissecting the waveforms’ anatomy
Diagnostic direction from data extraction
The tools of wizardry
The art of analysis and waveform interpretation
Tactical Approach for Growth
Case Study Overview
Case Study: EGR Dilution
Case Study: Voltage-drop in Primary Ignition System Circuit
Case Study: Faulty spark plug, intermittent secondary deviation
Case Study: Faulty coil insulation, caused by underlying lean condition
Case Study: Extended engine cranking, caused by restricted fuel injectors
Case Study: Intermittent misfire due to primary winding resistance fault injectors
Case Study: Misfire due to open spark plug wire, additional external gap
Case Study: Stall under heavy acceleration, elevated firing kV causing brain damage:
Case Study: Hesitation under acceleration, carbon-fouled spark plugs
Case Study: Rough idle and intermittent stall, erratic injector control
Case Study: P0303/ intermittent misfire at low-idle due to turbulent flame
Case Study: Entire bank misfiring, intermittent CKP sensor signal short to ground causing mis-triggering
Case Study: Misfire due to fuel-fouled spark plug (fuel-saturated electrodes)
Case Study: Misfire due to oil-fouled spark plug (resistive-short through carbon)
QUIZ- Class exercise in data analysis:
Closing
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