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

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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