Idle Speed & Ignition Timing

1991 Honda Accord DX, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Idle Speed & Ignition Timing

Ensure idle speed and ignition timing are set to specification. For adjustment procedures, see ADJUSTMENTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.

IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS (1)

Application RPM
2.2L 550-650
After ECU Reset
No Load 700-800
Under Load 720-820
(1)
Idle speed is set at operating temperature with headlights and cooling fan off and automatic transmission in Drive.
IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC@RPM)

Application Setting
Accord 13-17 @ 700-800
RENDER: 1.0x

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