Method B

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Remove ignition coil NO. 1 (2).
- ← : Vehicle front
- Intake manifold collector (1)
Fig 1: Identifying Manifold Collector And Ignition Coil No. 1
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Connect ignition coil NO. 1 (1) and spark plug with suitable high-tension wire (2) as shown, and attach timing light (3) clamp to this wire.
- ← : Vehicle front
Fig 2: Identifying Ignition Coil No 1, High-Tension Wire And Timing Light
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Fig 3: Attaching Timing Light Clamp To Wire
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Check ignition timing.

Fig 4: Checking Ignition Timing
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