Actually it is the PCM that controls the injectors. The distributor just lets
the PCM know when cyl #1 is sequenced for injection. The camshaft position
sensor is located there and the PCM will not start the injection sequence
without that signal. Other than that function, the dizzy also distributes the
spark originating from a single coil to each of the individual cylinders and
drives the oil pump just like conventional distributors.
Now - if you replaced the throttle body w/a carburetor, then it would work
because you will have replaced the spark and fuel delivery mechanisms. Of
course, then your gauges wouldn't all work due to lack of proper signals (tach
for example).
Latr,
Shane
WB5OXQ wrote:
> You can't do that. Your distributor controls the injectors instead of the
> coil.
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "paul jervis" <unclepal1@yahoo.com>
> To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Sent: Monday, March 04, 2002 2:19 PM
> Subject: DML: Mopar Performance Distrubutor vs. PCM
>
> > Hey Group,
> > I know that Mopar doesn't made a Performance PCM for
> > my 5 speed 5.2L 1999 Dakota.
> > Here's my question:
> > Can I just put in a Mopar Performance Distributor
> > P3690430 and an Orange ECU (just like the old days)
> > thus totally bypassing the PCM. What will the PCM do
> > it it doesn't send or receive signals from the current
> > distributor. Will this thing run at all. Has anyone
> > done this.
> >
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