TROUBLESHOOTING CHRYSLER'S ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM. PART 2

This article explains the procedures for testing the Electronic Spark Advance (ESA) system installed in most Chrysler Corporation cars from 1976 to 1980. The procedures for testing V8 ESA for poor fuel economy, poor operating performance, and improper adjustment of the transducer are given along with troubleshooting tips for the Omni and Horizon ESA when the engine won't start. A Chrysler "Driveability Complaint Sheet" which mechanics at Chrysler dealerships are supposed to use when troubleshooting engine problems, is included.

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  Hearst Magazines

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  New York, NY  United States  10019
• Authors:
  • Schultz, M
• Publication Date: 1983-1

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 53-56
• Serial:
  • Popular Mechanics
  • Volume: 159
  • Issue Number: 1
  • Publisher: Hearst Magazines
  • ISSN: 0032-4558

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Electronic control; Mechanics (Persons); Sensors; Spark ignition engines; Transducers; Troubleshooting
• Identifier Terms: Chrysler Corporation
• Old TRIS Terms: Electronic spark advance
• Subject Areas: Safety and Human Factors;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00373587
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
• Report/Paper Numbers: HS-033 971
• Files: HSL, USDOT
• Created Date: Jun 30 1983 12:00AM