Testing your machine’s ignition system will help you know if you need replacement parts such as snowmobile starters and ignition coils. Here are the steps on how to test your snowmobile’s ignition system:
• To test your ignition system, you will need a digital multimeter on the resistance setting.
• Place the multimeter’s positive lead on the positive outer post of the ignition coil and probe the coil mounting bracket with the multimeter’s negative lead. Your multimeter’s display should be infinite. If there is any continuity, it means your coil needs replacing.
• Connect the black lead to the coil’s central, negative terminal. This will give a resistance reading for the secondary coil. Replace the coil if it fails any of the tests.
How do I know if my snowmobile coil is bad?
There are several telltale signs that will indicate your snowmobile coil is failing, and one of the most telling signs is the loss of power. Other symptoms are difficulty starting or hard starting, rough idle, sputtering, and uneven power flow. Experiencing any of these signs? Find a replacement snowmobile ignition coil from Canadian Tire’s selection of snowmobile ignition and starter parts.
How do you check a snowmobile spark plug?
To check if your snowmobile’s spark plugs have gone weak, you will need to inspect them and look out for common signs that they might be damaged. When checking, ensure that the spark plugs are gapped correctly, otherwise the engine will not run smoothly. Inspect for any stubborn deposits and for any cracks. This will indicate that you will need to replace them.
