Reluctor Wheel
Part Cost:$20 – $80
Labor:1 hour @ $125/hour
Total Repair Cost:$145 – $205
Ignition Pickup Coil
Part Cost:$15 – $40
Labor:1 hour @ $125/hour
Total Repair Cost:$140 – $165
Magnet / Sensor
Part Cost:$20 – $50
Labor:1 – 2 hours @ $125/hour
Total Repair Cost:$145 – $300
Wiring / Connector
Part Cost:$10 – $30
Labor:0.5 – 1 hour @ $125/hour
Total Repair Cost:$73 – $155
Reluctor Ring
Clean the ring with a suitable degreaser. Inspect for broken or bent teeth. If damaged, remove the mounting hardware and replace the entire ring. Reinstall, ensuring correct alignment with reference marks.
Reluctor Rotor/Hub
Examine the hub’s mounting points for wear or cracks. If necessary, remove the retaining bolts or clips, replace the rotor/hub, and torque to manufacturer specifications.
Pickup Coil
Disconnect the wiring connector. Remove the retaining screws or clips, then slide out the coil. Inspect for continuity with a multimeter. If out of spec, install a new pickup coil.
Mounting Bracket
Check for bent brackets and secure fasteners. Straighten minor bends if possible and replace corroded or severely damaged brackets. Reattach with fresh hardware, ensuring proper clearance to the reluctor ring.
Wiring and Connectors
Visually inspect for cracked insulation or corroded terminals. Use electrical contact cleaner on any corrosion. Repair damaged wires using solder and heat-shrink or approved connectors, then firmly reattach the connector to the pickup coil or ignition module.
What is an Ignition Reluctor and what does it do
What is an Ignition Reluctor and What Does It Do
Anignition reluctoris a crucial component in the ignition system of an internal combustion engine. It is typically a toothed wheel or disc that works in conjunction with a magnetic pickup or sensor to help determine the position of the engine's crankshaft or camshaft.
The reluctor is mounted on the crankshaft or camshaft and rotates with it. As the reluctor spins, its teeth pass by the magnetic pickup, creating a series of electrical pulses. These pulses are used by the engine control unit (ECU) to calculate the precise timing for firing the spark plugs, ensuring optimal engine performance and efficiency.
In summary, the ignition reluctor plays a vital role in the timing of the ignition system, helping to ensure that the engine runs smoothly and efficiently.
Reluctor Wheel
Common Signs of Failure:
• Damaged or missing teeth on the wheel.
• Irregular or inconsistent engine timing.
• Rough idling, stalling, or misfires.
Pickup Coil
Common Signs of Failure:
• Weak or no spark output.
• Engine failing to start at all.
• Intermittent misfires or hesitation during acceleration.
Magnet
Common Signs of Failure:
• Loss of magnetic strength reducing signal quality.
• Fluctuating voltage signals detected by diagnostic tools.
• Unsteady or erratic engine performance, especially at idle.
Wiring and Connectors
Common Signs of Failure:
• Frayed or corroded wires leading to poor signal or no signal.
• Loose connections causing intermittent misfires or stalling.
• Visible damage or melting from excessive heat.
Mounting and Alignment Components
Common Signs of Failure:
• Incorrect air gap affecting timing precision.
• Excessive vibration or wobbling of the reluctor assembly.
• Visible wear on fasteners or misaligned components.
• Irregular or inconsistent engine timing.
• Rough idling, stalling, or misfires.
• Engine failing to start at all.
• Intermittent misfires or hesitation during acceleration.
• Fluctuating voltage signals detected by diagnostic tools.
• Unsteady or erratic engine performance, especially at idle.
• Loose connections causing intermittent misfires or stalling.
• Visible damage or melting from excessive heat.
• Excessive vibration or wobbling of the reluctor assembly.
• Visible wear on fasteners or misaligned components.
How It Works
- Get a quote online or set-up a time to have your vehicle looked at.
- Pick time slots that work for you, easily, online.
- We will confirm appointments and send reminders.
- Our mechanics bring everything that is needed to you.
- All you have to do is provided a safe area for the work to be performed.
What we need from you
- A safe place to work on your vehicle
- No working on the side of busy roads
- No working on unstable or steep surfaces.
- We do not perform repairs during severe weather.
- Authorization from a property owner or management.
- Repair work done in a parking lot or at your requires permission.
- We do not do repairs in areas restricted by law.
Common Questions
Service Area
Our primary service area is greater Grand Rapids and includes Comstock Park, East Grand Rapids, Grandville, Kentwood, Walker, and Wyoming
Our secondary service area is provided by our Belding location and includes: Belding, Greenville, Ionia and the sorrounding areas.
Contact us if you have any questions about where we provide services.
