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Ignition System: Specifications




Engine codes ABZ/AEW
RPM limit (Motronic) 6300 ± 40 RPM
Engine idle speed Maintained by idle Air Control (IAC) (cannot be adjusted)
Firing order 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2
Engine speed (RPM) sensor resistance approx. 1.0 kilo ohms
Ignition coils Individual coils controlled by two power output stages
Ignition timing Determined by Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) (cannot be adjusted)