| Topic | Summary |
| Distributorless ignition systems |
In a waste spark system, each spark plug is fired by a high voltage impulse from an ignition coil shared with a companion cylinder. |
| Insulated coils |
In systems which employ an individual coil for each cylinder, the coils can be placed in an insulated cassette with each coil connected directly to its spark plug. |
| Distributorless ignition system timing | Timing for the distributorless ignition system is controlled by an electronic control unit or ECU. Identification of each pair of cylinders is provided by a dual crank sensor attached to the engine timing cover. |