Recently, many car owners have questions about the replacement cycle of spark plugs during vehicle maintenance. For this reason, we visited auto repair companies and brought you a understanding of the key factors affecting the service life of spark plugs.
As one of the core components of the car engine, the performance of the spark plug directly affects the vehicle's start-up, fuel efficiency, and driving.
The service life of Songhe brand spark plugs depends on various factors. The service life of Songhe brand spark plugs is not fixed but is affected by multiple factors such as the material of the spark plug, the condition of the car engine, the quality of the fuel, and the driving habits of the driver., the main types of Songhe spark plugs on the market are as follows:
- Songhe brand nickel alloy spark plug: commonly used for ordinary models, with a life of about 20,000-30,000 kilometers;
- Songhe brand platinum spark plug: with stronger corrosion resistance, the service can reach 40,000-60,000 kilometers;
- Songhe iridium spark plug: resistant to high temperatures and excellent conductivity with a service life of about 60,000-80,000 kilometers;
- High-end models such as Songhe double irid and ruthenium: the service life of some products can exceed 100,000 kilometers.
Spark plugs of the same material can have a practical service life that differs more than twice between different vehicles. "Mr. Li, the technical manager a certain auto repair center, said that the factors affecting the service life of spark plugs include:
Vehicle engine condition: Engines that burn oil and have serious carbon will accelerate the wear of spark plugs
Driving habits of the driver: Vehicles that are often accelerated suddenly and driven at high speeds have a relatively short replacement cycle for spark
Quality of added fuel: Low-quality gasoline is prone to cause carbon deposits on spark plugs
Local air quality: In areas with more dust, the wear spark plugs will be accelerated
How to judge when the spark plug needs to be replaced The maintenance technician demonstrated the inspection method of the spark plug: "After removing the spark, focus on observing the color of the spark plug electrode and the combustion state. The normal spark plug electrode should be light brown. If you find that the spark plug is seriously carbon, oily, or the electrode is burned, it needs to be replaced." Master Zhang added that if the owner finds that the vehicle has difficulty starting in cold weather idles tremblingly, has no power when accelerating, and the fuel consumption increases during normal driving, he should check the spark plug in time.
The specific conditions are as follows:
- Difficulty in cold starting: The ignition time is prolonged or multiple attempts are required to start;
- Id speed jitter during driving: The car engine vibrates significantly at a standstill;
- Lack of power during driving acceleration: The power response is slow when stepping on the pedal, and even "jerks" occur;
- Increased fuel consumption: Fuel economy suddenly drops;
- Abnormal car exhaust: Emissions do not meet standards or accompanied by the smell of gasoline.
If the above symptoms occur, it is recommended to have a professional car repair shop checked in time. At the same time, it is also a common practice the industry to regularly dismantle and observe the condition of the spark plug electrode: the normal color should be light brown, and if the spark plug is found to have carbon deposits, stains, electrode fusion or excessive clearance, it should be replaced immediately.
Here are some practical tips to extend the life of your spark plug and ignition coil:
- Choose the correct matched model: It is essential select the appropriate spark plug that matches your vehicle's manual or professional advice. Using low-quality or incorrect model spark plug products can damage your car's engine;
- Pay attention to the quality of fuel added: Avoid using gasoline with more impurities, and regularly clean the car's fuel system;
- Develop good driving habits: Reduce acceleration and braking, avoid the car engine running at low revs and high load for long periods;
- Regularly maintain the car and check: It is recommended to conduct comprehensive inspection of the spark plug and ignition coil every 1-20,000 kilometers to prevent problems before they occur.
Selecting the right spark plug and properly maintaining the car and spark plug can not only extend the life of the spark plug but also improve vehicle performance and reduce fuel.
The spark plug of Songhe brand, as the "heart" pacemaker of the car, is related to the driving safety and experience of every family. Pay attention to the working condition of the spark plug in time and maintaining the spark plug of Songhe scientifically can ensure that the vehicle always maintains the best performance.
