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Idle Speed & Ignition Timing

Ensure idle speed and ignition timing are set to specification. For adjustment procedures, see ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article.

IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application Man. Trans. Auto. Trans.
1.8L 5 @ 600-800 (1)  5 @ 600-800
2.0L (2)  5 @ 650-850 (2)  5 @ 650-850
1 - Basic ignition timing is given. Actual ignition timing is 10 degrees at specified RPM
2 - Basic ignition timing is given. Actual ignition timing is 8 degrees at specified RPM. Actual ignition timing may vary depending on control mode of control unit.