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Checking Ignition Timing

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  1. Operate engine until cooling fan comes on. Locate Ignition Timing Adjusting connector (2-pin). Connector is located under glove box. Using Short Connector (07PAZ-010100 ), connect terminals of ignition timing adjuster connector together. See Fig 1 .
  2. Red mark on crankshaft pulley should align with pointer. See Fig 2 . If Red mark and pointer are not aligned, adjust base ignition timing by turning distributor. See IGNITION TIMING  . Remove short connector from ignition timing adjusting connector.
    Fig 1: Locating Ignition Timing Adjusting Connector
    G94G44111Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    Fig 2: Locating Ignition Timing Marks
    G93A78063Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

    Application (1) M/T (2) A/T
    2.5TL 13-17 @ 650-750 13-17 @ 650-750
    (1) Manual transmission in Neutral.
    (2) Automatic transmission in Neutral or Park.
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