Timing The Ignition - BMW R 1150 RT Repair Manual

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Switch on the ignition.
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Without starting the engine, fully open the throttle
once or twice so that the Motronic control unit
can register the throttle-valve positions.
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Note:
Disconnecting the battery deletes all entries (e.g.
faults, settings) stored in the Motronic control unit's
memory.
Loss of settings can temporarily impair the operat-
ing characteristics when the engine is restarted.
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Tightening torque:
Preload for poly-V belt.................................... 8 Nm
Alternator
to alternator mount cover ............................. 20 Nm
Belt pulley to crankshaft ............................... 50 Nm
12.12

Timing the ignition

12 11 004
11 2 650
TDC
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Using TDC locating pin, BMW No. 11 2 650, lock
the clutch housing.
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Connect BMW MoDiTeC with Y adapter cable to
Hall-effect transmitter plug.
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Set the timing, following the tester instructions.
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Remove the TDC locating pin.
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