Cypress Auto Repair

If you know a thing or two about automobiles, you’ve probably heard the term “spark plug,” mentioned. It is an indispensable component in the internal combustion system, and your car needs it to start. Without one or a functional one, your car will not get from place to place at all.  What is a Spark Plug? A spark plug is a piece used for firing the explosive mixture of air and fuel inside an internal combustion engine. Spark plugs can be made of different types of metals, with copper, platinum, and iridium being the most common. The stronger and more durable the metal that makes up your spark plug, the longer it will last. How Do Spark Plugs Work? When you turn the key or push the button to start your engine, it starts with the spark plug sending an electrical signal through the ignition coil. The plugs provide enough energy to move your engine, and it constantly fires throughout your drive.  How Do Spark Plugs Wear Down? As mentioned, spark plugs ar ... read more