CHK
ADJ
3-16
CHECKING THE IGNITION TIMING
Engine idling speed and throttle cable free play
should be adjusted properly before checking
the ignition timing.
1. Attach:
• digital tachometer
• timing light
(to spark plug lead)
2. Check:
• ignition timing
a. Warm up the engine and keep it at the
specified speed.
b. Remove the timing mark accessing screw
.
c. Visually check the stationary pointer
to
verify it is within the required firing range
indicated on the AC magneto rotor.
Incorrect firing range
→
Check the pickup
coil assembly.
d. Install the timing mark accessing screw.
3. Detach:
• timing light
• digital tachometer
Digital tachometer
90890-06760, YU-39951-B
Timing light
90890-03141
Inductive clamp timing light
YU-03141
Engine speed
1,600 ~ 1,800 r/min
CHECKING THE IGNITION TIMING
1
a
b
F
1
a
b
TIP