Now that your replacing the ECU with a PNP unit, you have options for ignition control, The MSPNP will run your factory distributor right out of the box, however this distributor is a problematic part and that’s the last thing you want after you turbo the engine. I recommend upgrading your ignition system to a coil pack setup. The factory distributors are problematic and unreliable. A good coil pack setup will benefit stronger spark, faster startups, reliability and easy timing control.
Everything outlined below illustrates what you will need to run a wasted spark ignition.
Required Parts:
Wasted Spark Coil Pack
You will need Coil Igniter for the MSPNP to run the coil pack.
For Easy documentation, I recommend going with the Quad Spark from Diyautotune.com. Its a sealed unit with color coded wires and easy to mount. Other Igniters can be used, but this will require searching around on your part.
You will need a Coil Pack(s) for 6 cylinders.
This can be any coil pack that has 6 outputs, such as the 2000+ 626 and ford units. You can even use a coil on plug. For easy mounting the IGN-6 Coil pack is the best option, being its flat on the bottom however this coil pack isn’t easily found from other retailers that could be a problem if it fails in the future.
You can use our identification guide to select the correct coil pack for you.
Coil Pack Mounting
Mounting a coil pack can be challenging if you dont have the proper skills or tools. King6fab has designed a bracket that utilizes the distributor location. This allows the existing spark plug wires to be used and keeps the coil pack away from unnecessary heat.
Crank Pulley Upgrade
Crank pulley Options-
The MSPNP is preset up to run using the distributor, and it can be setup to run a coil pack while using the stock crank pulley, However this requires you to leave the distributor on the motor and plugged in for the CAM sensor inside of it. This can be unsightly and extra dead weight on the engine. If you want to remove it, follow below.
The Alternate option is a 36-1 wheel, witch will aid in start up time and fine tuning timing.
You will Need a Crank Pulley from a Year 2000 or newer 626, they are a direct bolt on pulley. These pulleys will have a 36-1 trigger wheel on it, They can be found anywhere from junkyards to ebay for less then $50.00. I recommend sticking to OEM, dont get a under-drive pulley..Under-drives have a tendency to come apart. whatever your gaining with it is insignificant compared to the power your going to make with boost
Ignition Control Wiring
Ignition Wiring
You will need to wire all these new ignition components together, You can either wire it up on your own using our diagram, or you can buy a Quality made harness’s From King6fab that adapts to parts included with your MSPNP2 and includes the same wire colors as the QuadSpark for easy identification.
If you prefer to make your own wiring harness, we have documentation available here:
MSPNP Settings
Installation and Settings for using the Wasted Spark Ignition
1.Follow the instructions from DIYautotune to install the PNPMS and the IAT Sensor
2.Replace the crank pulley with the 36-1 pulley
3.Mount the quad spark and the Coil pack in desired locations.
4.Wire in or plug in the pre-made harness’s.
5.Install wide-band, and run the output connection the specified pin on the DB15 connector at the PNPMS. The output out of the AEM uego wide-band is the white wire.
Step 4a. Open up Tuner studio with the key in on position, and change the following settings in your ignition control.:
Open up Tuner studio with the key in on position and change the following settings in your ignition control:
Installation Complete
From here, you have the opportunity to play with your VE Fuel tables, and Ignition tables, along with adjusting the Target AFR tables – this is discussed later in this guide.
