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electronic ignition

8 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Electronic ignition is a modern way to spark the engine, using electronics instead of old mechanical parts.

Technical Definition

Electronic ignition replaces the traditional points system with a spark that is timed by an electronic control unit, improving reliability and performance.

Hear It Discussed

"The other possibility, this is an 81, but it has electronic ignition. I believe, and it has something called an igniter."
#2642: Overtightening Our Belts The Best of Car Talk 27:27

"Pretty standard, the electronic ignition, pretty standard stuff. When I go to start it, it kind of... almost diesels..."
Your Automotive Problems Don't Have To Cost So Much - We Can Help Under The Hood show 18:41

"new floors, full service, electronic ignition, that's good because they are a bit of [498.3s] a pain to start"
Cheapskate Classics The Tyre Kickers - Classic Cars 08:18