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Ignition Timing: Testing and Inspection

Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check

IDLE SPEED




With CONSULT-II
Check idle speed in "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT-II.

With GST
Check idle speed with GST.

IGNITION TIMING

Method A




1. Slide the harness protector of ignition coil No. 1 (2) to clear the wires.
- <=: Vehicle front
- Intake manifold collector (1)

2. Attach timing light to the ignition coil No.1 wires as shown in the figure.




3. Check ignition timing.

Method B




1. Remove ignition coil NO. 1 (2).
- <=: Vehicle front
- Intake manifold collector (1)







2. Connect ignition coil NO. 1 (1) and spark plug with suitable high-tension wire (2) as shown, and attach timing light (3) clamp to this wire.
- <=: Vehicle front




3. Check ignition timing.