Where is the ignition control module located?

1996 FORD CONTOUR
230,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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ARTURO HERNANDEZ
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not starting.
May 12, 2022 at 1:24 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

There is no longer a stand-alone Ignition Control Module (ICM). The ICM has been integrated into the PCM. See pic 1 below.

I suspect you lost spark. If you have a live data scanner, see if there is an RPM signal when cranking the engine. If there is none, chances are the crankshaft position sensor (CKP) has failed. It is in the rear of the engine. See pic 2 below.

Here is a link you may find of interest. It discusses the most common symptoms related to a faulty CKP.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

If you don't have a live data scanner but the car has a tachometer, see if it moves slightly when cranking.

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.
May 12, 2022 at 8:17 PM