Spark plugSeals electrodes for the spark to jump across in the
cylinder. Must withstand very high voltages, pressures
and temperatures.
Ignition coilStores energy in the form of magnetism and delivers it
to the distributor via the HT lead. Consists of primary
and secondary windings.
Ignition switchProvides driver control of the ignition system and is
usually also used to cause the starter to crank.
Contact
breakers
(breaker points)
Switches the primary ignition circuit on and off to
charge and discharge the coil. The contacts are
operated by a rotating cam ...
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