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Electronic Spark Advance (ESA) Control System

View: System Relational Diagram:





PURPOSE
To provide optimum engine performance through the utilization of computer controlled ignition spark timing.


View: System Operation:





OPERATION
The engine control module (ECM) provides the most suitable ignition timing according to data sent from various sensors and switches.