Ignition Timing — Toyota Tercel L40 (1990-1994)

Ignition Timing Toyota Tercel L40

Adjustments 17 illustrations ~153 words

CAUTION

Some tachometers may not be compatible with ignition system. Consult tachometer manufacturer before connecting tachometer to system. To avoid possible damage to ignitor and/or coil, DO NOT allow tachometer terminal to become grounded.

Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Shut engine off. Connect timing light. Connect tachometer to proper terminals of engine check connector. (Scheme 6)-14.
Install jumper wire between proper terminals of engine check connector. (Scheme 15)-22. Start engine and ensure idle speed is within specification. Ensure base timing is within specification with engine at specified RPM. See «4-CYLINDER IGNITION TIMING (DEGREES BTDC @ RPM)»(ref-21088-S27263844742001010300000) table. NOTE: Timing marks are on front cover.
Adjust timing by rotating the distributor.
Remove jumper wire from engine check connector and ensure advance timing is within specification. See «4-CYLINDER IGNITION TIMING (DEGREES BTDC @ RPM)»(ref-21088-S27263844742001010300000) table. Tighten distributor hold-down bolt or cam position sensor bolt.

Application	(2) Base Timing	(3) Advance Timing
Camry	10 @ 750	13-22 @ 750
Celica
1.6L (4A-FE)	10 @ 800	0-20 @ 800
2.0L Turbo	10 @ 800	12-21 @ 800
2.2L (5S-FE)	10 @ 700	13-22 @ 700
Corolla
2WD (Calif.) & 4WD	10 @ 800	0-20 @ 800
2WD (Federal)	10 @ 700	0-20 @ 700
MR2
2.0L Turbo	10 @ 650	12-21 @ 650
2.2L (5S-FE)	10 @ 650	13-22 @ 650
Paseo	10 @ 750	6-18 @ 750
Pickup
4WD With A/T	5 @ 850	10-14 @ 850
All Others	5 @ 750	10-14 @ 750
Previa
A/T	5 @ 750	12 @ 750
M/T	5 @ 700	12 @ 700
Tercel
A/T	10 @ 800	7-17 @ 800
M/T	10 @ 750	7-17 @ 750
4Runner	5 @ 750	10-14 @ 750
(1) Check with transmission/transaxle in Neutral and parking brake applied. (2) Check with jumper wire installed between engine check connector terminals "T" or TE1 and E1. (3) With jumper wire removed from engine check connector.