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Normally this unit is called an ECM (Electronic Control Module), injection computers are normally used in the aftermarket fuel injection systems.

Basically the system works by controlling the pulse width (injector timing) of the injectors compaired to several factors:

  1. Fuel line pressure
  2. RPM's (engine speed, not vehicle speed)
  3. Air flow
  4. Ambient air temperature
  5. Oxygen (in exhaust)
  6. Engine temperature
  7. Barometric pressure (only on some systems, other systems 'guess' the pressure based on output readings)
  8. Manifold Vacuum
  9. Throttle position (user demand)
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