Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

G. Adjust Idle Speed and Basic Timing

1. Start the engine and warm it to normal operating temperature.

2. Run the engine for at least five seconds between 2000 and 3000 RPM.





3. Using a tachometer, check the idle speed. If it is not between 650 - 850 RPM, readjust it to 750 RPM using idle speed adjusting screw No. 1 (SAS1) (Figure 15).

4. After the idle speed has been verified, adjust the basic ignition timing is 8 BTDC using the Service Manual procedure.

Note:
This is a new basic timing specification.

5. Recheck the idle speed and adjust if necessary.