IGNITION TIMING (DEGREES BTDC @ IDLE) (V6) ⁽¹⁾

Application

Base Timing

ECM Controlled Timing

Avalon

⁽²⁾ 8-12

⁽³⁾ 10-25

Camry

⁽⁴⁾ 8-12

⁽⁵⁾ 7-25

Camry Solara

⁽²⁾ 8-12

⁽³⁾ 7-24

Highlander

⁽⁴⁾ 8-12

⁽⁵⁾ 7-24

Sienna

⁽⁶⁾ 8-12

⁽³⁾ 7-24

Tacoma

⁽⁴⁾ 8-12

⁽⁵⁾ 3-19

Tundra

⁽⁴⁾ 8-12

⁽⁵⁾ 12.5-22

4Runner

⁽⁴⁾ 8-12

⁽⁵⁾ 3-19

⁽¹⁾	Check with engine at normal operating temperature, transaxle/transmission in Neutral, parking brake applied, and A/C and all accessories off.

⁽²⁾	With Jumper Wire (SST 09843-18020 or SST 09843-18040) installed between terminals TE1 and E1 on data link connector No. 1. See Figure.

⁽³⁾	With jumper wire removed from data link connector No. 1.

⁽⁴⁾	With Jumper Wire (SST 09843-18020 or SST 09843-18040) installed between terminals CG and TC on DLC3. See Figure.

⁽⁵⁾	With jumper wire removed from DLC3.

⁽⁶⁾	With Jumper Wire (SST 09843-18020 or SST 09843-18040) installed between terminals E1 and TC on data link connector No. 1. See Figure.

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.

Safety Warning

Ignition Timing (V6)