Ignition Coil: Notes

2003 Hyundai Accent BaseSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2004 Hyundai Accent. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When the ignition power transistor is turned ON by a signal from the ECM, the ECM sends a signal to the ignition coil, then the primary current is shut off and a high voltage is induced in the secondary coil.

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Coil
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