Ignition Module; Ignition Timing - Stihl 020 T Service Manual

• Use a pointed tool (awl or gimlet)
to pierce the center of the other end
of the ignition lead which screws
into the module.
• Pull out the groomet at the
ignition side.
• Starting from the clutch side,
thread the ignition lead (1)
through the crankcase bores and
the grommet (2).
• Fit the grommet in the bore.
Assembly of the remaining parts is a
reversal of the disassembly sequence.
STIHL 020 T
5.4

Ignition Module

The ignition module accommodates all
the components required to control
ignition timing. There are two electrical
connections on the coil body:
1. the high voltage output
2. the connector tag for the short
circuit wire
Accurate testing of the ignition module
is only possible with sophisticated test
equipment. For this reason it is only
necessary to carry out a spark test in
the workshop. A new ignition module
must be installed if no ignition spark is
obtained (after checking that wiring
and stop switch are in good condition).
5.4.1

Ignition Timing

Ignition timing on the electronic
(breakerless) magneto ignition
system is fixed at 2.4 mm (0.094")
B.T.D.C. at 8,000 r.p.m. and is not
adjustable.
However, in view of the permiss-
ible tolerances in the electronic
circuit, it may vary between 2.0 and
2.8 mm (0.08" and 0.11") B.T.D.C.
at 8,000 r.p.m..
Since there is no mechanical wear in
these systems, ignition timing cannot
get out of adjustment. However, an
internal fault in the circuit can alter the
switching point in such a way that a
spark test will still show the system to
be in order although timing is outside
the permissible tolerance. This will
impair engine starting and running
behavior.
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