Nov 21, 2016 · The igniter is the step up transformer that sits inline between the engine control computer and the ignition coil. It takes the low amperage signal from the computer, usually a 12 volt square …

Feb 8, 2025 · I wanted to test the igniter using the values from the service manual, got open loop for every connection and assumed it is obviously the issue. However apparently you need to use this …

Dec 7, 2019 · I bought a ballast kit from Amazon, which looked exactly like the original. It came with the igniter (fortunately) because when I tried using the old igniter, it still didn't work. New igniter was the …

Dec 2, 2016 · The first test is power and ground to the igniter. If these are correct then the command signals are checked next. I test these signals with an an oscilloscope. One channel on the input wire …

Today I learnt that some engine management setups demand a feedback signal from the ignition coil. What does it do with the signal though? Is it just for diagnostics?

On carbureted models, the ignition system consists of a signal generator, igniter with an 8-bit microprocessor (IC), two ignition coils and two park plugs. During operation, the IC in the igniter …

May 18, 2016 · The key difference is the type of seal used to house the airbag igniter, also known as the squib. "Almost all squibs since Day One have used what is called 'glass-to-metal' sealing, which is …

On carbureted models, the ignition system consists of a signal generator, igniter with an 8-bit microprocessor (IC), two ignition coils and two park plugs. During operation, the IC in the igniter …

Aug 25, 2011 · The car has powerful new battery (1 week old). I drove the car and after 4 hours, the car will not start, not even click when you try to start the car? All the lights are ok and they are not dim. W...

The larger grey box inside the igniter is what's known in the electronics field as a "black box", meaning that nobody except the manufacturer will ever know exactly what it contains. All that said, coils #7 …