Ignition Control Module: Description and Operation

1998 Saturn SC1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8SECTION Description and Operation
The electronic ignition module accepts ignition timing information from the PCM. It charges up the appropriate ignition coil to a preset current limit then turns off the primary current at the desired engine position to create a high voltage signal that is routed to the spark plug to ignite the air/fuel mixture.

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