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Engine
Ignition System
General Description
Ignition System ConstructionS7RS0B1801001
The ignition system is an electronic (distributorless) ignition system. It consists of the parts as described below.
• ECM
It detects the engine and vehicle conditions through the si gnals from the sensors, determines the most suitable 
ignition timing and time for electricity to flow to the primar y coil and sends a signal to the ignitor (power unit) in the 
ignition coil assembly.
• Ignition coil assembly (including an ignitor)
The ignition coil assembly has a built -in ignitor which turns ON and OFF the current flow to the primary coil 
according to the signal from ECM. When the current flow to the primary coil is turned OFF, a high voltage is induced 
in the secondary coil.
• High-tension cords and spark plugs
• CMP sensor (Camshaft position sensor) and CKP sensor (Crankshaft position sensor)
Using signals from these sensors, ECM  identifies the specific cylinder whose piston is in the compression stroke, 
detects the crank angle and adjusts in itial ignition timing automatically.
• TP sensor, ECT sensor, MAP sensor, MAF sensor, IAT sensor, knock sensor and other sensors / switches
Although this ignition system does not have a distributor, it  has two ignition coil assemblies (one is for No.1 and No.4 
spark plugs and the other is for No.2 and No.3 spark plugs). W hen an ignition signal is sent from ECM to the ignitor in 
the ignition coil assembly for No.1 and No.4 spark plugs, a high voltage is induced in the secondary coil and that 
passes through the high-tension cords and causes No.1 and No.4 spark plugs to spark simultaneously. Likewise, 
when an ignition signal is sent to the ignitor in the ot her ignition coil assembly, No.2 and No.3 spark plugs spark 
simultaneously.  

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Schematic and Routing Diagram
Ignition System Wiring Circuit DiagramS7RS0B1802001
E23-60
E23-29  12V 5V
5V
E23-1
 E23-16
BLK/WHT
BLK/RED
BLK/RED BLK/RED
BLK/YELBLK/YEL
BLK/YEL
GRN
BLKWHT
WHT
BRN/WHT
BLK/ORN
BLK
BLK
C37-20
BLK/RED
PNK
5V
C37-21
BLK/WHT
7
3 4
1
12 5
6
2
11
8
9
10
GRN/YEL
GRN/WHT
C37-6
C37-5 5V
5V
RED/YEL
C37-58
C37-15
C37-30
E23
C37
34
1819
567
1011
17
20
47 46
495051
2122
52 16
25 9
24
14
29
55
57 54 53
59
60 58 2
262728
15
30
56 4832 31
34353637
40
42 39 38
44
45 43 41 331
1213
238
34
1819
567
1011
17
20
47 46
495051
2122
52 16
25 9
24
14
29
55
57 54 53
59
60 58 2
262728
15
30
56 4832 31
34353637
40
42 39 38
44
45 43 41 331
1213
238
13
14
15
16
17
50A50A80A
BLK/ORN
E23-31  BLK
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1. Ignition switch 7. No.1 spark plug 13. Individual circuit fuse box 
No.1
2. Main relay 8. No.2 spark plug 14. “IG ACC” fuse
3. Ignition coil assembly for No.1 and No.4 spark plugs 9. No.3 spark plug 15. “FI” fuse
4. Ignition coil assembly for No.2 and No.3 spark plugs 10. No.4 spark plug 16. Junction block assembly
5. CMP sensor 11. Sensed information (MAP sensor, ECT sensor, MAF and IAT 
sensor, TP sensor, Knock sensor, VSS, Electric load signal, 
Engine start signal) 17. “IG COIL” fuse
6. CKP sensor 12. Battery fuse box  

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Component Location
Ignition System Components LocationS7RS0B1803001
NOTE
The figure shows left-hand steering vehicle. For right-hand steering vehicle, parts with (*) are installed 
at the opposite side.
 
16*
1
2
14
7
5 12 11
410
6
89
3 13*
15
17
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1. ECM 7. ECT sensor13. Data link connector
2. Ignition coil assembly for No.1 and No.4 spark plugs 8. MAF and IAT sensor 14. Battery fuse box
3. Ignition coil assembly for No.2 and No.3 spark plugs 9. Electric throttle body 15. Relay box
4. CMP sensor 10. Wheel speed sensor (VSS) 16. Junction block assembly
5. CKP sensor 11. High-tension cords
6. MAP sensor 12. Knock sensor  

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Diagnostic Information and Procedures
Ignition System Symptom DiagnosisS7RS0B1804001
Reference Waveform of Ignition SystemS7RS0B1804002
Refer to “Reference waveform No.5”, “Reference waveform No.6” and “Reference waveform No.7” under “Inspection 
of ECM and Its Circuits in Section 1A” for waveform of Ignition trigger signal.
Ignition System CheckS7RS0B1804003
Condition Possible cause Correction / Reference Item
Engine cranks, but will 
not start or hard to start 
(No spark) Blown fuse for ignition coil
Replace.
Loose connection or disconnection of 
lead wire or high-tension cord(s) Connect securely.
Faulty high-tension cord(s) Replace.
Faulty spark plug(s) Replace.
Faulty ignition coil Replace ignition coil assembly.
Faulty CKP sensor or CKP sensor plate Clean, tighten or replace.
Faulty CMP sensor or sensor rotor tooth 
of camshaft Clean, tighten or replace.
Faulty ECM Replace.
Poor fuel economy or 
engine performance Incorrect ignition timing
Check related sensors and CKP sensor plate.
Faulty spark plug(s) or high-tension 
cord(s) Adjust, clean or replace.
Faulty ignition coil assembly Replace.
Faulty CKP sensor or CKP sensor plate Clean, tighten or replace.
Faulty CMP sensor or sensor rotor tooth 
of camshaft Clean, tighten or replace.
Faulty knock sensor Replace.
Faulty ECM Replace.
StepAction YesNo
1 Was “Engine and Emission Control System Check” 
performed? Go to Step 2.
Go to “Engine and 
Emission Control 
System Check in 
Section 1A”.
2 Ignition spark test
1) Check all spark plugs for condition and type referring to 
“Spark Plug Inspection”.
2) If OK, perform ignition spark test referring to “Ignition  Spar k Tes t”.
Is spark emitted from all spark plugs? Go to Step 13. Go to Step 3.
3 DTC check
1) Perform DTC check referring to “DTC Check in Section 
1A”.
Is DTC stored in ECM? Go to applicable DTC 
diag. flow.
Go to Step 4.
4 Electrical connection check
1) Check ignition coil assemblies and high-tension cords 
for electrical connection.
Are they connected securely? Go to Step 5.
Connect securely.
5 High-tension cords check
1) Check high-tension cord for resistance referring to 
“High-Tension Cord Inspection”.
Is check result satisfactory? Go to Step 6.
Replace high-tension 
cord(s).  

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Ignition Spark TestS7RS0B1804004
1) Remove air cleaner assembly with air intake pipe.
2) Disconnect all injector couplers from injectors.
WARNING! 
Without disconnection of injector couplers, 
combustible gas may come out from spark 
plug holes during this test and may get 
ignited in engine room.
 
3) Remove spark plug and check it for condition and 
type referring to “Spark Plug Inspection”.
4) If OK, connect ignition coil coupler to ignition coil  assembly and connect spark plug to ignition coil 
assembly or high-tension cord. Ground spark plug. 5) Crank engine and check if each spark plug sparks.
6) If no spark is emitted, inspect the related parts as 
described in “Ignition System Symptom Diagnosis”.
Repair Instructions
High-Tension Cord Removal and InstallationS7RS0B1806001
Removal
1) Remove air cleaner assembly with air intake pipe  and cylinder head upper cover.
2) Disconnect No.1 cylinder  (2) and No.3 cylinder (3) 
high-tension cords from ignition coil assemblies (1) 
while gripping each cap.
3) Pull out high-tension cords from spark plugs while  gripping each cap.
CAUTION! 
• Removal of high-tension cords together with clamps will be recommended so as 
not to damage their inside wire (resistive 
conductor).
• For the same reason, pull out each  connection by gripping cap portion.
 
Installation
1) Install No.1 cylinder (2)  and No.3 cylinder (3) high-
tension cords to spark plugs and ignition coil 
assemblies (1) while gripping each cap.
CAUTION! 
• Never attempt to use metal conductor  high-tension cords as replacing parts.
• Insert each cap portion fully when  installing high-tension cords.
 
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High-Tension Cord InspectionS7RS0B1806002
Measure resistance of high-tension cord (1) by using 
ohmmeter.
If resistance exceeds specification, replace high-tension 
cord(s).
High-tension cord resistance
No.1 cylinder high-tension cord resistance: 1.4 – 4.0 
k Ω
No.3 cylinder high-tension cord resistance: 0.6 – 2.0 
k Ω
Spark Plug Removal and InstallationS7RS0B1806003
Removal
1) Remove air cleaner assembly with air intake pipe  and cylinder head upper cover.
2) Pull out high-tension cords by gripping their caps  and then remove ignition coil assemblies referring to 
“Ignition Coil Assembly (Inc luding ignitor) Removal 
and Installation”.
3) Remove spark plugs.
Installation 1) Install spark plugs and tighten them to specified  torque.
Tightening torque
Spark plug:  25 N·m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.0 lb-ft)
2) Install ignition coil assemblies referring to “Ignition  Coil Assembly (Including  ignitor) Removal and 
Installation”.
3) Install high-tension cords securely by gripping their  caps.
4) Install cylinder head upper cover and air cleaner  assembly with air intake pipe.
Spark Plug InspectionS7RS0B1806004
CAUTION! 
• When servicing the iridium / platinum 
spark plugs (slender center electrode type 
plugs), do not touch the center electrode 
to avoid damage to it. The electrode is not 
strong enough against mechanical force 
as it is slender and its material is not 
mechanically tough.
• Do not clean or adjust gap for the iridium /  platinum spark plugs.
 
Inspect spark plug for:
• Electrode wear
• Carbon deposits
• Insulator damage
If any abnormality is found for nickel spark plugs, adjust 
air gap, clean with spark plug cleaner or replace them 
with specified new plugs.
For iridium / platinum spark plugs, replace them with 
new plugs.
Spark plug air gap 
“a”
: 1.0 – 1.1 mm (0.040 – 0.043 in.)
Spark plug type
NGK: IFR6J11 (Iridium)
NOTE
NGK IFR6J11 is highly recommended for 
better engine starting performance under –25 
°C (–13  °F).
 
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Ignition Coil Assembly (Including ignitor) 
Removal and Installation
S7RS0B1806005
Removal1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Remove air cleaner assembly with air intake pipe  and cylinder head upper cover.
3) Disconnect ignition coil coupler.
4) Disconnect high-tension cord (3) from ignition coil  assembly (2).
5) Remove ignition coil bolts (1) and then pull out  ignition coil assembly.
Installation 1) Install ignition coil assembly (2).
2) Tighten ignition coil bolts (1) to specified torque, and  then connect igni tion coil coupler.
Tightening torque
Ignition coil bolt (a):  10 N·m (1.0 kgf-m, 7.5 lb-ft)
3) Install high-tension cord (3) to ignition coil assembly  while gripping its cap.
4) Install cylinder head upper cover and air cleaner  assembly with air intake pipe.
5) Connect negative (–) cable to battery.
Ignition Coil Assembly (Including ignitor) 
Inspection
S7RS0B1806006
Measure secondary coil for resistance.
If resistance is out of specification, replace ignition coil 
assembly.
Secondary coil resistance
7.5 – 10.3 k Ω at 20  °C, 68 ° F
Ignition Timing InspectionS7RS0B1806007
NOTE
• Ignition timing is not adjustable. If ignition 
timing is out of specification, check 
system related parts.
• Before starting engine, place transmission  gear shift lever in “Neutral” (shift selector 
lever to “P” range for A/T model), and set 
parking brake.
 
1) Connect scan tool to DLC (1) with ignition switch  OFF.
Special tool
(A):  SUZUKI scan tool
2) Start engine and warm it up to normal operating  temperature.
3) Make sure that all of electrical loads except ignition  are switched off.
4) Check to be sure that idle speed is within  specification referring  to “Idle Speed and IAC 
Throttle Valve Opening Inspection in Section 1A”
5) Fix ignition timing by using “Fixed Spark” of “Misc  Test” mode on scan tool.
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I3RM0A180004-01
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(A)
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6) Set timing light (1) to high-tension cord for No.1 cylinder and check that ignition timing is within 
specification.
Initial ignition timing
Fixed with SUZUKI scan tool: 5  ± 3° BTDC (at 
specified idle speed)
Ignition order
1 – 3 – 4 – 2
Special tool
(A):  09930–76420 7) If ignition timing is out 
of specification, check the 
followings.
• CKP sensor
• CKP sensor plate
• CMP sensor
• CMP sensor rotor tooth of camshaft
• VSS
• Timing chain cover installation
8) After checking initial igniti on timing, release ignition 
timing fixation by using scan tool.
9) With engine idling (throttl e opening at closed position 
and vehicle stopped), check that ignition timing is 
about 3 ° – 13°  BTDC. (Constant variation within a 
few degrees from 3 ° – 13°  BTDC indicates no 
abnormality but proves operation of electronic timing 
control system.) Also, check that increasing engine 
speed advances ignition timing.
If the check results are not satisfactory, check CKP 
sensor and ECM.
Specifications
Tightening Torque SpecificationsS7RS0B1807001
Reference:
For the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this  section, refer to “Fasteners Information in Section 0A”.
Special Tools and Equipment
Special ToolS7RS0B1808001
1, (A)10
0I3RB0A180004-01
Fastening part Tightening torque
Note
N ⋅mkgf-mlb-ft
Spark plug 25 2.5  18.0  )
Ignition coil bolt 10 1.0  7.5  )
09930–76420SUZUKI scan tool
Timing-light (dry cell type) —
 ) This kit includes following 
items. 1. Tech 2, 2. PCMCIA 
card, 3. DLC cable, 4. SAE 
16/19 adapter, 5. Cigarette 
cable, 6. DLC loop back 
adapter, 7. Battery power 
cable, 8. RS232 cable, 9. 
RS232 adapter, 10. RS232 
loop back connector, 11. 
Storage case, 12.  )