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Altitude Sensor

Depending on altitude or barometric pressure, altitude sensor sends a varying voltage signal to FICU to correct air fuel mixture. ICU also uses this signal to determine proper ignition timing. Altitude sensor is attached to ignition control unit mounting bracket behind left kick panel. See Figure .

Fig 1: CIS-E III Electronic Control System
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