Ignition Control Module: Description and Operation

1992 Ford Escort L4-110 1.8L DOHCSECTION Description and Operation
PURPOSE
Ignition module is a Transistorized Ignition Module 3-pin type (TI3) that relays spark control signals from Electronic Control Assembly (ECA) to ignition coil. Module controls current through coil primary winding.

LOCATION
Left side engine compartment.

OPERATION
The module turns current on between firing points to build up a magnetic field around the coil windings. It then turns the current off when signaled from the pulse generator.
RENDER: 1.0x

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