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Ignition Timing Control

Ignition timing is controlled by the ECU depending upon engine operating conditions. Optimum ignition timing for each driving condition has been pre-programmed into the ECU. The ECU receives electrical signals from its operating sensors which are processed within the logic circuit. After determining present driving condition and optimum timing signal for that condition, the ECU outputs a signal to the power transistor, which in turn controls timing advance or retard.