LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Honda >> 1978 >> Civic Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Performance >> Engine Control Systems >> Ignition Timing Control - Civic >> Operation >> Temperature/Transmission Controlled Spark
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Temperature/Transmission Controlled Spark

On 1974 models, system operates only when coolant temperature is 122°F (50°C) or higher. See Fig 1. The temperature/transmission controlled spark system cuts off vacuum to distributor advance diaphragm (via solenoid valve) when transmission is in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd gear. Vacuum advance is restored when 4th gear is selected.

Fig 1: 1974-76 Temperature/Transmission Controlled Spark
G09309898Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.