1. Ignition Coil:
* Appearance: Typically a cylindrical or rectangular component, often black or brown in color. It may have a wire connector on one end and a high-voltage terminal on the other.
* Location: Mounted near the spark plugs or directly on top of them in modern engines.
* Function: Produces a high-voltage spark to ignite the air-fuel mixture in the combustion chamber.
2. Solenoid Valve Coil:
* Appearance: Usually a cylindrical coil wrapped around a metal core. It may have a plunger attached to the core.
* Location: Found in various engine systems like the fuel injection system, the transmission, or the power steering system.
* Function: Acts as an electromagnet, opening or closing valves or actuators in response to electrical signals.
3. Starter Motor Coil:
* Appearance: A large, cylindrical coil wrapped around a metal armature.
* Location: Part of the starter motor, usually located near the flywheel.
* Function: Creates a magnetic field that rotates the armature, turning the engine crankshaft.
4. Alternator Coil:
* Appearance: Multiple coils wrapped around a rotating armature, often hidden within the alternator housing.
* Location: Located in the alternator, a component that generates electricity for the car's electrical system.
* Function: Generates alternating current (AC) electricity through electromagnetic induction.
5. Coil Spring:
* Appearance: A spring-shaped coil of metal.
* Location: Used in various parts of the engine, like the valve springs, suspension system, and clutch.
* Function: Provides force and elasticity to maintain tension or support weight.
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* Year, make, and model of the vehicle.
* The specific component you're asking about (e.g., ignition coil, solenoid valve coil, etc.).
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