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    TFI for dummies

    I see this suggested for a ton of different running problems.


    What is it and what does it do for my car?


    What does RockAuto call it?
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    TFI module = Ignition control module.

    What it does is send timing information to the ECM which alters the ignition timing to allow for different engine running conditions. It's job is fairly simple. It's kinda like a electronic vacuum advance.
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