Task 1
1- Identify the function of the Semi-conductor ignition system (distributer-less) and how it works?
Function: ignite the air-fuel mixture within the engine's cylinders at the precise moment for optimal combustion.
how it works: The Distributor Less Ignition System uses crankshaft speed and position sensors, load improvements, and other
improvements to achieve ignition timing. When one coil is fired, a spark is supplied to two engine cylinders, igniting the mixture on
the compression stroke.
2- Describe the Semi-conductor ignition system (distributer-less) main components, their function, and explain their working
principle?
component function working principle
Crankshaft Monitors the engine's rotational speed and Generates a signal that indicates the position of the crankshaft.
Position Sensor position.
Camshaft Position Monitors the position of the camshaft The sensor detects the rotation of the camshaft by monitoring
Sensor a notched ring or a toothed wheel attached to the camshaft.
Electronic Control The brain of the system, processing signals Determines the optimal ignition timing based on various factors
Unit (ECU) from sensors and controlling ignition timing like engine speed, load, and temperature.
Ignition Coils Step up low voltage from the battery to When energized, the primary winding builds a magnetic field.
high voltage required for spark generation Interrupting the current collapses the field, inducing a high-
voltage pulse in the secondary winding
Spark Plugs Deliver the high-voltage spark to the The spark plug's electrodes create a gap across which the spark
combustion chamber jumps
3- Discuss in comparison with the transistorized systems, what is the advantages and disadvantages of Semi-conductor ignition
system(distributer-less)?
advantages disadvantages
1- Using a distributorless ignition system, wear on the moving 1- A distributorless ignition system is more difficult to diagnose
parts of the distributor can be eliminated. solid-state electronics.
2- It works through the engine computer that receives the top 2- These types of ignition systems tend to be more expensive
dead center signal from a sensor on the flywheel, and thus can than conventional systems.
quickly adjust the spark timing to suit a wider range of driving 3- It requires high voltage wiring from the coil to the spark plug
conditions. as in the traditional system.
3- This can eliminate the need to adjust the ignition timing from 4- The main drawback of a distributorless ignition system is its
time to time. sensitivity to heat loss.
4- Distributorless ignition systems are very reliable and require 5- Distributorless ignition systems are more dependent on
lower maintenance costs. sensors. Because, if one sensor goes off, the whole system will
5- There is no distributor to drive, which reduces engine break.
resistance.
4- In workshop, Use the appropriate tools in to measure the Semi-conductor ignition system (distributer-less) components in the
car?
The component and the tool used Measurement method
Crankshaft Position Sensor - Digital Multimeter - Oscilloscope Check resistance- Output waves
Camshaft Position Sensor - Digital Multimeter - Oscilloscope Check resistance - Output waves
Electronic Control Unit (ECU) - Digital Multimeter - Oscilloscope Voltage check - Output waves
Ignition Coils - Digital Multimeter Check resistance
Spark Plugs - Spark Tester tester verifies
