TFI-IV System: Notes

1991 Ford Thunderbird LX, 5.0 TSECTION Notes
NOTE: Before testing components and circuits of this system, ensure system is identified as to location of TFI module (distributor mounted or CBD type) and if dwell is controlled by TFI module or ECA (Non-CCD or CCD type). Additional system and circuit testing for this system is located in the appropriate CIRCUIT TESTS in TESTS W/CODES article.
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