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.
- Before checking the ignition timing, check the following item:
- Check the air cleaner element is free from clogging, spark plugs are in good condition, and hoses are connected properly.
- Check the malfunction indicator light does not illuminate.
- Warm up the engine.
- 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)