Idle Speed & Ignition Timing

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

IDLE SPEED & CO LEVEL

Application

Idle RPM ⁽¹⁾

FX35, FX45 & G35

650-700

I35 & M45

675-725

QX4

750-800

Q45

600-700

⁽¹⁾	With transmission in Neutral and no electrical load on engine.

IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ Idle)

Application

⁽¹⁾ Specification

FX35, G35, I35 & QX4

15-20° BTDC

FX45, M45

12-17° BTDC

Q45

12-22° BTDC

⁽¹⁾	With transmission in Neutral and no electrical load on engine.