Ignition Timing: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION

CAUTION: After warming-up, engine becomes very hot. Be careful not to burn yourself at measurement.

1. Idle the engine.
2. To check the ignition timing, connect a timing light to #1 cylinder spark plug cord, and illuminate the timing mark with the timing light.





3. Start the engine and check the ignition timing at the following idle speed.
If the timing is not correct, check the ignition control system.