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General Information

Ignition timing is controlled by the electric control ignition timing system. The ignition timing data for the engine operating conditions are programmed in the memory of the power train control module (PCM).

The engine conditions (speed, load, warm-up condition, etc.) are detected by the various sensors. Based upon these sensor signals and the ignition timing data, signals to interrupt the primary current are sent to the power transistor. The ignition coil is activated and timing is controlled at the optimum point.

*CKP: Crankshaft Position Sensor

*CMP: Camshaft Position Sensor

Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor
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Fig 2: Identifying Crankshaft Position Center
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