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Glossary Term

Ignition System

Gasoline, natural gas, and propane-fueled engines all require an electrical spark to ignite the air-fuel mixture and produce power. The collection of components that generates the spark and controls when it occurs is referred to as the ignition system. Typical components include spark plugs, ignition coils, and trigger devices such as crank position sensors. Modern ignition systems are extremely reliable and typically require less frequent attention than older vehicles.