Ignition Timing
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Check ignition timing in no-load condition (headlights, blower fan, rear defogger and A/C off) with M/T in Neutral or A/T in Neutral or Park. Connect scan tool to 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC) before checking timing. Ensure idle speed and ignition timing are set to 8-12° BTDC (Red mark) @ 700-800 RPM. For timing mark identification, refer to illustration. See Fig 1.