Thunderbird V6-232 3.8L SC (1989)
Ignition Control Module: Description and Operation
Module And Pin-Out
The main function of the DIS module is to switch between ignition coils and cause these coils to spark. The module receives the PIP and CID signals as
well as the SPOUT signal from the ECA. During normal operation, PIP is sent to the ECA to provide base timing and engine RPM information. The CID
signal provides the DIS ignition module with the information required to synchronize the ignition coils so that they are fired in the proper order. The
SPOUT signal contains the optimum spark timing and dwell information. The spark angle is determined by the rising edge of the SPOUT signal. The
falling edge controls the ON or dwell time of the coil current. The dwell time is controlled by varying the duty cycle of the SPOUT signal. With the
proper inputs from PIP, CID, and SPOUT the DIS module turns the coils On and Off in the proper order for spark control.
PIN 1 VBAT (BATTERY VOLTAGE)
PIN 2 CID
PIN 3 NOT USED
PIN 4 PIP IN
PIN 5 SPOUT
PIN 6 NOT USED
PIN 7 IGND (MODULE GROUND)
PIN 8 COIL 1
PIN 9 COIL 3
PIN 10 NOT USED
PIN 11 COIL 2
PIN 12 IDM (IGNITION DIAGNOSTIC MODULE)
