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Ignition Coil: Description and Operation






The coil driver controls the current flow in the primary winding of the ignition coil when signaled by the VCM. The interconnects are made by the primary engine harness. The ignition coil can generate up to 35,000 volts and connects to the distributor through a secondary wire.