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HOMESERVICE MANUALSINFINITI2002G20 L4-2.0L (SR20DE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONSUB-SYSTEMSDISTRIBUTOR IGNITION (DI) SYSTEM
2002 Infiniti G20 L4-2.0L (SR20DE)
Distributor Ignition (DI) System
2002 Infiniti G20 L4-2.0L (SR20DE)SECTION Distributor Ignition (DI) System
DESCRIPTION
System Description
The ignition timing is controlled by the ECM to maintain the best air-fuel ratio for every running condition of the engine. The ignition timing data is stored in the ECM. This data forms the map shown above.
The ECM receives information such as the injection pulse width and camshaft position sensor signal. Computing this information, ignition signals are transmitted to the power transistor.
e.g., N: 1,800 rpm, Tp: 1.50 msec
A ° BTDC
During the following conditions, the ignition timing is revised by the ECM according to the other data stored in the ECM.
- At starting
- During warm-up
- At idle
- At low battery voltage
- During acceleration
The knock sensor retard system is designed only for emergencies. The basic ignition timing is programmed within the anti-knocking zone, if recommended fuel is used under dry conditions. The retard system does not operate under normal driving conditions.
If engine knocking occurs, the knock sensor monitors the condition. The signal is transmitted to the ECM. The ECM retards the ignition timing to eliminate the knocking condition.
Input/Output Signal Chart:
System Description
The ignition timing is controlled by the ECM to maintain the best air-fuel ratio for every running condition of the engine. The ignition timing data is stored in the ECM. This data forms the map shown above.
The ECM receives information such as the injection pulse width and camshaft position sensor signal. Computing this information, ignition signals are transmitted to the power transistor.
e.g., N: 1,800 rpm, Tp: 1.50 msec
A ° BTDC
During the following conditions, the ignition timing is revised by the ECM according to the other data stored in the ECM.
- At starting
- During warm-up
- At idle
- At low battery voltage
- During acceleration
The knock sensor retard system is designed only for emergencies. The basic ignition timing is programmed within the anti-knocking zone, if recommended fuel is used under dry conditions. The retard system does not operate under normal driving conditions.
If engine knocking occurs, the knock sensor monitors the condition. The signal is transmitted to the ECM. The ECM retards the ignition timing to eliminate the knocking condition.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.