California Vehicles

IGNITION TIMING INSPECTION

1. WARM UP ENGINE.
- Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.

2. CONNECT A TACHOMETER AND TIMING LIGHT TO ENGINE.
- Connect a timing light to cylinder number one ignition cable.

Terminals In DLC1:

- Connect the tester probe to terminal IG- of the DLC1.

NOTICE:
- Do not allow the tachometer terminal (IG-) to touch ground as this could result in damage to the igniter or ignition coil.
- Some tachometers are not compatible with this ignition system. Confirm the compatibility of your unit prior to use.

3. INSPECT IGNITION TIMING.

NOTICE: Perform the following ignition timing checks w/ the cooling fan OFF and transmission in a neutral position.

- Using a jumper wire or SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the DLC1. (SST 09843-18020)
- After engine speed is kept at 1,000 - 1,500 rpm for 5 seconds, check that it returns to idle speed.



- Using a timing light, check the ignition timing.

Ignition timing: ........ 10° BTDC @ idle

4. FURTHER CHECK IGNITION TIMING.
- Remove the jumper from the DLC1.
- Check that the timing mark moves in a range between 7° and 17°.

Ignition timing: ... 7° - 17° BTDC @ idle

5. DISCONNECT TIMING LIGHT AND TACHOMETER.
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