Ignition Timing

2003 Hyundai Accent GL, 2D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Ignition Timing
IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application (1) Base Timing
Accent 4°-14° @ 650-850 RPM
Elantra 3°-13° @ 600-800 RPM
Santa Fe
2.4L 2°-12° @ 650-850 RPM
2.7L 7°-17° @ 600-800 RPM
3.5L (2)
Sonata
2.4L 2°-12° @ 600-800 RPM
2.7L 7°-17° @ 750-950 RPM
Tiburon
2.0L 4°-14° @ 600-800 RPM
2.7L 7°-17° @ 650-750 RPM
XG350 3°-7° @ 600-800 RPM
(1) Ignition timing is controlled by computer and is not adjustable. Specification is for inspection only.
(2) For information on Santa Fe with 3.5L, refer to FUEL SYSTEM (3.5L) article.
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