Ignition Timing Advance Control
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Dodge Ram Wagon, 1995 Dodge Ram Van, 1995 Dodge Pickup, and 1995 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Amount of spark advance or retard is determined by inputs that PCM receives from coolant temperature, engine vacuum and engine RPM. During engine operation, PCM can supply an infinite number of advance curves to ensure proper engine operation.