Method and system for ignition control

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9945344
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14814764

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Methods and systems are provided for addressing spark plug soot fouling. In one example, spark plug tip temperatures are raised and maintained elevated by advancing spark timing and increasing engine speed, while reducing an amount of EGR being delivered to the engine. The spark plug fouling mitigating actions are adjusted based on whether the engine is in a green condition at an assembly plant or not.

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FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC1 AMERICAN RD FL4 DEARBORN MI 48126-2701

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Glugla, Chris Paul Macomb, US 186 2682
Morrow, Nelson William Saline, US 8 97

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