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Circuit Description

Ignition Control Module (ICM) sends signals that PCM requires for fuel control and spark advance calculations. At start of engine crank, ICM controls spark advance (by-pass mode). When second 3X signal is recognized by PCM, it applies 5 volts to by-pass circuit, commanding ICM to switch Ignition Control (IC) of spark advance to PCM (IC mode). A short in IC circuit, or an open or short ground in by-pass circuit will set DTC 1361.

Condition required to set DTC is: