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Component Tests and General Diagnostics

Ignition Timing Inspection

Note:
^ Ignition timing is not adjustable.
^ Ignition timing verification requires WDS or equivalent.

1. Verify that the ignition timing (WDS: SPARKADV PID) is within the specification using WDS or equivalent.
Ignition timing Approx. BTDC 8°
2. Verify that ignition timing advances when the engine speed increases gradually If there malfunction, refer to ENGINE SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING.