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Ignition Timing: Specifications

When not using the hand-held tester or OBD II scan tool:

Using SST, connect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.
SST 09843-18040
Ignition timing 8 to 12° BTDC (at idle)


Disconnect the terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.
Ignition timing 10 to 18° BTDC (at idle)