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Ignition Timing

Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Turn A/C off. Connect Subaru Test Mode Monitor to test mode monitor connector, located under left side of dash. See Fig 1 . Using test mode monitor, select MODE 07 to determine ignition timing. See IGNITION TIMING table. If ignition timing is not as specified, check self-diagnostic system for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Repair as necessary. See TESTS W/CODES article.

IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application Auto. Trans.
SVX 20 @ 610
Fig 1: Locating Test Mode Connector
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