Ignition Timing: Adjustments

Preparation
1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
2. Shift the transaxle into Neutral (MTX) or P position (ATX).
3. Turn off all electrical loads.
^ Headlight
^ Blower motor
^ Rear window defroster
^ Power steering
4. Wait until the coolant fan stops.

Ignition Timing
1. Perform "Preparation". (Refer to above.)
2. Connect a tachometer to the data link connector terminal IG-.
3. Verify that the idle speed is within the specification.

Specification: 650-750 (700 ± 50) rpm [MTX]
700-800 (750 ± 50) rpm [ATX]

4. If not as specified, adjust the idle speed.




5. Connect the data link connector terminals TEN and GND by using a jumper wire.
6. Connect a timing light to the high-tension lead of the No.1 cylinder.




7. Verify that the timing mark (white) is within the specification.

Specification: 0 ± 1° BTDC




8. If not as specified, loosen the distributor lock bolts and turn the distributor to make the adjustment.
9. Tighten the distributor lock bolts to the specified torque.

Tightening torque: 19-25 N-m (14-18 ft-lb)

10. Disconnect the jumper wire.
11. Verify that the timing mark (yellow) is within the specification.

Specification: BTDC 6-18°