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Ignition Control Module: Description and Operation

Component Overview:





PURPOSE
The Engine Control Module (ECM) controls ignition timing and dwell by interrupting the ignition coil primary circuit ground, through the power transistor.

OPERATION
The solid state power transistor is used as a switching device, to control current in the coil primary circuit, (through the ground circuit).