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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA20074 RUNNER 2WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION TIMINGTESTING AND INSPECTION
2007 Toyota 4 Runner 2WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)
Ignition Timing: Testing and Inspection
2007 Toyota 4 Runner 2WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)SECTION Testing and Inspection
INSPECT IGNITION TIMING
(a) When using the intelligent tester or OBD II scan tool:
(1) Connect the intelligent tester or OBD II scan tool to the DLC3.
HINT: Refer to the intelligent tester or OBD II scan tool operator's manual for further details.
Ignition timing: 5 to 15° BTDC at idle (Transmission in neutral)
(2) Disconnect the intelligent tester or OBD II scan tool from the DLC3.
(b) When not using the intelligent tester or OBD II scan tool:
(1) Remove the V-bank cover.
(2) Connect the tester probe of a timing light to the wire of the ignition coil connector for the No. 1 cylinder.
(3) Using SST, connect the tachometer probe to terminal TAC of the DLC3.
SST 09843-18030
(4) Using SST, connect terminals TC and CG of the DLC3.
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(5) Using the timing light, check the ignition timing.
Ignition timing: 5 to 15° BTDC at idle (Transmission in neutral)
(6) Remove the SST from the DLC3.
(7) Disconnect the timing light from the engine.
(8) Install the V-bank 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.