Ignition Timing: Testing and Inspection
IGNITION TIMINGCHECK IGNITION TIMING
(a) When using the intelligent tester:
(1) Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
HINT: Refer to the intelligent tester operator's manual for further details.
Standard ignition timing: 5 to 15° BTDC @ idle (Shift lever on N)
(2) Disconnect the intelligent tester from the DLC3.
(b) When not using the intelligent tester:
(1) Remove the V-bank cover.
(2) Connect the tester probe of a timing light to the wire of the ignition coil connector for the No. 1 cylinder.
(3) Using SST, connect the tachometer probe to terminal TAC of the DLC3.
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(4) Using SST, connect terminals TC and CG of the DLC3.
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(5) Using the timing light, check the ignition timing.
Standard ignition timing: 5 to 15° BTDC @ idle (Shift lever on N)
(6) Remove the SST from the DLC3.
(7) Disconnect the timing light from the engine.
(8) Install the V-bank cover.