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Ignition Timing: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2015 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: After warming-up, engine becomes very hot. Be careful not to burn yourself at measurement.
  1. 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.
  2. Warm up the engine.
  3. Read the ignition timing using Subaru Select Monitor. < Ref. to READ CURRENT DATA FOR ENGINE (NORMAL MODE) , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor.> < Ref. to DISPLAY CURRENT ENGINE DATA , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor.>
    NOTE: If ignition timing is out of standard, check the ignition control system. Refer to "Engine Control System". < Ref. to BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .> < Ref. to BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .>

    Ignition timing [BTDC/rpm]: 

    Standard 

    16°±10°/650 (gasoline engine model CVT model) 

    12°±10°/650 (gasoline engine MT model) 

    10°±10°/650 (HEV model)