Idle Speed & Ignition Timing

1990 Hyundai Excel Base, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Idle Speed & Ignition Timing

Ensure idle speed and ignition timing are set to specification. For adjustment procedures, see ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article.

IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application (1) Basic (2) Actual
1.5L & 3.0L 3-7 @ 600-800 10 @ 600-800
2.4L 3-7 @ 650-850 10 @ 650-850
(1) With ignition timing adjustment connector grounded.
(2) With ignition timing adjustment connector ungrounded.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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