BOMBARDIER SEA-DOO SPX 5838 1998 Shop Manual page 217

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TYPICAL
1. Tool slot
2. Flywheel mark
NOTE: This mark becomes the reference when
using the stroboscopic timing light.
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CAUTION
The static test cannot be used as a timing
procedure, therefore, always check the tim-
ing with a stroboscopic timing light.
9. Remove TDC gauge.
10. Reinstall spark plug and connect wire.
Dynamic Test
To check ignition timing, use Bombardier timing
light (P/N 529 031 900).
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Section 08 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subsection 02 (IGNITION SYSTEM)
717 Engine
NOTE: To perform this procedure, make sure to
use a stroboscopic timing light rated up to 6000
RPM. Otherwise, an inaccurate reading will be ob-
tained.
The ignition components are affected by temper-
ature variation, therefore, timing must be checked
when engine is cold, after idling for a MAXIMUM
of 20 seconds.
1. Connect an induction-type tachometer (P/N
295 000 100) to spark plug wire.
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1. Tachometer pick-up
2. Connect timing light pick-up to MAG side spark
plug wire.
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1. Timing light pick-up
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