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10. Check Ignition Timing

  1. Run engine at idle.
  2. Check ignition timing with a timing light.
    1. 12 +/- 5° BTDC (in P or N position) 

OK or NG 

OK : INSPECTION END 

NG : GO TO 11.

Fig 1: Locating Timing Indicator
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