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Idle Speed & Ignition Timing

If adjustable, ensure idle speed and ignition timing are set to specification. Refer to the appropriate IDLE SPEED & CO LEVEL  and IGNITION TIMING  tables . For idle speed adjustment procedures, refer to the ADJUSTMENTS article. Ignition timing is not adjustable.

IDLE SPEED & CO LEVEL

Application Idle RPM (1) % CO Level
Cooling Fan On 800 0.6
Cooling Fan Off 825 0.6
(1) With O2 sensor disconnected. CO level is measured before catalytic converter.
IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application (1) Timing
850 10 @ 800
(1) Ignition timing is computer-controlled and is not adjustable.