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Ignition Timing: Testing and Inspection

Ignition Timing Control Inspection

1. Connect a timing light to the engine.
2. Crank the engine.
3. Verify the timing mark (yellow) on the crankshaft pulley and the mark on the timing belt cover are aligned.

Specification: BTDC 6 - 18°(12 ± 6°)

4. Increase engine speed and verify ignition timing advances.