Checking Ignition Timing

Operate engine until cooling fan comes on. Locate 2-pin service check connector (under glove box). Plug Service Check Connector Tool (07PAZ-0010100 ), into service check connector. Refer to Fig 1.
Remove No. 1 coil. Install a length of secondary ignition wire between No. 1 coil and No. 1 spark plug. Connect inductive timing light to length of ignition wire.

Ensure idle speed is within specification. See IDLE SPEED . Red (15° BTDC) mark on crankshaft pulley should align with pointer on front of engine. See Fig 2. If Red mark and pointer are not aligned, replace ECM/PCM. Timing g is not adjustable.

Fig 1: Installing Service Check Connector Tool

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Fig 2: Identifying Ignition Timing Marks (V6 Shown)

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IGNITION TIMING ⁽¹⁾ (Degrees BTDC RPM)

Application

⁽²⁾ Man. Trans.

⁽³⁾ Auto. Trans.

3.2TL

13-17 590-690

⁽¹⁾	Service Check Connector Tool (07PAZ-0010100 ) must be installed before checking timing.

⁽²⁾	Manual transmission in Neutral.

⁽³⁾	Automatic transmission in Neutral or Park.