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Ignition Ignitor Replacement Service

How much does a Ignition Ignitor Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Cadillac Eldorado Ignition Ignitor Replacement is $140 with $45 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1993 Cadillac EldoradoV8-4.9LService typeIgnition Ignitor ReplacementEstimate$204.05Shop/Dealer Price$243.82 - $323.74
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What is the Ignition Ignitor all about?

The car ignition ignitor or ignitor control module is usually located inside the distributor, though it may be a separate component. It is responsible for the basic process of starting your car, and in some vehicles, advances or slows the engine’s timing. It works by amplifying the signal from the ignition reluctor and sending that signal to the engine control module. This sends battery power to the primary ignition coil and causes your spark plugs to fire. If the ignition ignitor fails, your vehicle will run rough or your engine may not start.

Keep in mind:

  • Ignition ignitor replacement is not a part of routine maintenance.
  • A faulty ignition ignitor can cause your car to be difficult to start.
  • Other problems can mimic a faulty ignition ignitor.

How it's done:

  • The battery is disconnected and the distributor cap and rotor removed
  • The defective ignition Igniter is removed
  • The new ignition ignitor is installed
  • The distributor rotor and cap are reinstalled
  • The engine is started and ignition checked

Our recommendation:

The ignition ignitor is not replaced or checked as part of regular maintenance. If you suspect your ignition ignitor is faulty or the ignition system is not working as designed, have one of our expert mechanics inspect and replace the ignition ignitor.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Ignition Ignitor?

  • Engine won’t start
  • Engine cranks excessively before starting
  • Car only starts intermittently

How important is this service?

Other components, such as a weak battery, contaminated fuel, or fouled spark plugs could cause similar problems. If the problem persists, you should get one of our mechanics to diagnose the problem. It could be the ignitor or something else in the starting and fuel systems.

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Galvani

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Galvani
27 years of experience
Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.5L - Battery - Duarte, California
Galvani repaired my 1989 Cadillac El Dorado. Seven malfunctioning, or non-performing parts, needed replacement. Galvani accomplished the service within the time quoted for repair/replacement work. The car now performs as it should. I feel safe driving the Cadillac. Thanks to Galvani's expertise, I have a vehicle that gets me to where I need to go and back home again.

Jay

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Jay
37 years of experience
Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.1L - Power Steering Pump - Moreno Valley, California
Perfect. It was warranty due to a faulty part which happens. Jay responded quickly as his schedule allow with no inconvenience to us.

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Michael
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Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L - Thermostat - Alpharetta, Georgia
I'd certainly book Michael for future services.

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Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L - Service Battery/cables - Sacramento, California
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