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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004CELICA GT, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 84 (ENGINE CONTROLS - ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS)IGNITION TIMINGGX470, LS430 & SC430WITHOUT SCAN TOOL
2004 Toyota Celica GT, Standard
Without Scan Tool
2004 Toyota Celica GT, StandardSECTION Without Scan Tool
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- Remove intake manifold cover located on top of engine. Start and warm engine up to normal operating temperature. Shut engine off. Connect tachometer to DLC3. See Figure.
- Connect timing light to lead wire at ignition coil electrical connector on top of driver's side valve cover at cylinder No. 1. See Figure. Cylinder No. 1 is front cylinder on left side of engine when viewed from flywheel end of engine. See Figure.
- Apply parking brake. Place transmission in Neutral. Start engine and maintain engine at 2500 RPM for 90 seconds and allow engine to idle. Ensure idle speed is 700-800 RPM. Install Jumper Wire (SST 09843-18040) between terminals TC and CG on DLC3. See Figure.
- Use timing light to check timing marks located on timing belt cover, near crankshaft pulley. Ensure base timing is 8-12 degrees BTDC at idle with transmission in Neutral, and with A/C and all accessories off. Shut engine off. Remove timing light and scan tool. Reinstall intake manifold cover.
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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.