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1998 Subaru Forester AWD F4-2.5L DOHC
Ignition Timing: Adjustments
1998 Subaru Forester AWD F4-2.5L DOHCSECTION Adjustments
IGNITION TIMING MEASUREMENT
Ignition timing can be checked but not adjusted. If the timing is not correct, check the ignition control system.
CAUTION: After warming-up, engine becomes very hot. Be careful not to burn yourself during measurement.
1) Warm-up the engine.
2) To check the ignition timing, connect a timing light to #1 cylinder spark plug cord, and illuminate the timing mark with the timing light.
3) Start the engine at idle speed and check the ignition timing.
Ignition timing (BTDC/rpm): 15° ± 8°/700
Ignition timing can be checked but not adjusted. If the timing is not correct, check the ignition control system.
CAUTION: After warming-up, engine becomes very hot. Be careful not to burn yourself during measurement.
1) Warm-up the engine.
2) To check the ignition timing, connect a timing light to #1 cylinder spark plug cord, and illuminate the timing mark with the timing light.
3) Start the engine at idle speed and check the ignition timing.
Ignition timing (BTDC/rpm): 15° ± 8°/700
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.