Toyota 2VZ-FE Manual page 236

IGNITION SYSTEM – Distributor
7. WARM UP ENGINE
Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
8. CONNECT TACHOMETER AND TIMING LIGHT TO
ENGINE
Connect the tachometer test probe to terminal IG
check connector.
NOTICE:
NEVER allow the tachometer test probe to touch
ground as it could result in damage to the igniter
and/or ignition coil.
As some tachometers are not compatible with this
ignition system, we recommended that you confirm
the compatibility of your unit before use.
9. ADJUST IGNITION TIMING
(a) Check the idle speed.
Idle speed:
(b) Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the check
connector.
SST 09843–18020
(c) Using a timing light, check the ignition timing.
Ignition timing:
(d) Loosen the two hold–down bolts, and adjust by turning
the distributor.
(e) Tighten the hold–down bolts, and recheck the ignition
timing.
Torque: 185 kg–cm (13 ft–lb, 18 N m)
(f) Remove SST.
10. FURTHER CHECK IGNITION TIMING
Ignition timing:
HINT: The timing mark moves in a range between 13 and
27
11. DISCONNECT TACHOMETER AND TIMING LIGHT FROM
ENGINE
700 50 rpm
10 BTDC @ idle
(Transmission in N range)
13 – 27 BTDC @ idle
IG–13
of the