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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN1996SC2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM CIRCUITS AND COMPONENTSELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM COMPONENTS
1996 Saturn SC2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7
Electronic Ignition System Components
1996 Saturn SC2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7SECTION Electronic Ignition System Components
MODULE/COIL PACK
The electronic ignition module accepts ignition timing information from the PCM. It charges up the appropriate ignition coil to a preset current limit then turns off the primary current at the desired engine position to create a high voltage signal that is routed to the spark plug to ignite the air/fuel mixture.
SECONDARY WIRES
The secondary wires transmit the high voltage energy from the coil secondaries to the spark plugs.
NOTE: Orientation of the wires to the EI module is critical to the operation of both the module and on-board diagnostics. The orientation is 4 1 2 3 respectively from left to right.
SPARK PLUGS
The spark plugs allow the high voltage energy from the coils to arc across a gap to ignite the air/fuel mixture.
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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.