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Optical Distributor

Used only on 3.0L V6 engine, the optical distributor provides engine speed and crankshaft position signals. The SBEC uses this information to control fuel injection, ignition timing and idle speed. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Cross-Sectional View of Optical Distributor (3.0L)

Courtesy of CHRYSLER MOTORS.