Ignition Timing: Testing and Inspection

Ignition Timing

CAUTION: After warming-up, engine becomes very hot Be careful not to burn yourself during measurement

1) Warm-up the engine





2) To check the ignition timing, connect a timing light to #1 cylinder spark plug cord, and illuminate the timing mark with the timing light
3) Start the engine at idle speed and check the ignition timing
If the timing is not correct, check the ignition control system

Ignition timing [BTDC/rpm]:
15°±8°/700