Ignition Timing: Adjustments

PROCEDURE

1. Verify the following conditions;
- Coolant temperature 80 - 95 °C (170 - 205°F).
- All accessories Off.
- Transmission in Neutral.
- Parking Brake ON.
2. Connect timing light.





3. With the engine stopped, connect a lead wire, between the terminal for ignition timing adjustment (located in the engine compartment) and ground.
4. Start the engine and verify curb idle speed.

Curb idle speed: 700 ± 100 rpm






5. Check base ignition timing and adjust if necessary.

Base Timing: 5° ± 2° BTDC






6. If the timing is incorrect, loosen the Distributor's holding nut, and then turn the Distributor until the timing is correct.

NOTE: The ignition timing will be advanced if the Distributor is turned to the left and retarded if it is turned to the right.

7. After adjustment, securely tighten holding nut.

Torque: 10 - 13 Nm (7 - 9 ft lb).

8. Stop the engine.
9. Disconnect the lead wire connected at step 3.
10. Start and run the engine at curb idle speed. Recheck timing.

Idle timing: 10°BTDC.

11. Disconnect timing light.