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Idle Speed & Ignition Timing

Verify idle speed and ignition timing are set to specification. See IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS and IGNITION TIMING tables. For adjustment procedures, see the ADJUSTMENTS article.

IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS

Application RPM
With Accessories Off 600-800
With Accessories On 800-900
IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application Auto. Trans. Man. Trans.
Legacy 12-28 @ 700 18-22 @ 700