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Ignition Timing: Testing and Inspection

IGNITION TIMING

Method A
1. Slide the harness protector of ignition coil No.1 (2) to clear the wires.




- <- Vehicle front
- Intake manifold collector (1)




2. Attach timing light to the ignition coil No.1 wires as shown in the figure.
3. Check ignition timing.

Method B
1. Remove ignition coil NO.1 (2).




- <- Vehicle front
- Intake manifold collector (1)







2. Connect ignition coil NO.1 (1) and spark plug with suitable high tension wire (2) as shown, and attach timing light (3) clamp to this wire.
- <- Vehicle front




3. Check ignition timing.