Method With Timing Light

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Before checking the ignition timing, check the following item:
1. Check the air cleaner element is free from clogging, spark plugs are in good condition, and hoses are connected properly.
2. Check the malfunction indicator light does not illuminate.
Warm up the engine.
Stop the engine, and turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Remove the air intake duct. Refer to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (STI)>AIR INTAKE DUCT>REMOVAL .
Remove the air cleaner case. Refer to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (STI)>AIR CLEANER CASE>REMOVAL .
Connect the timing light to the power wire of #1 ignition coil.
Install the air cleaner case. Refer to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (STI)>AIR CLEANER CASE>INSTALLATION .
Connect the battery ground terminal.
Start the engine, turn the timing light to the crank pulley, and check the ignition timing through the timing belt cover gauge.
NOTE: If ignition timing is out of standard, check the ignition control system. Refer to "Engine Control System". Refer to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (STI)>BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .

Ignition timing [BTDC/{r/min}]:

Standard

15°±10°/700
After inspection, install the related parts in the reverse order of removal.