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Idle Adjustment and Timing

Model: Mazda Mx 5 MK 2, NB - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Fuel injectors

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Idle adjustment and timing are absolutely essential for the engine to perform at its best. Generally, the idle should run the engine at about 800 rpm: on the throttle body, in front of the intake manifold, you can see a rubber cap under which the idle adjustment screw is located; adjust the screw until the correct idle setting is achieved.

Similarly, you can check the timing (the point at which the ignition occurs relative to the piston position) using a strobe light: the light should be powered and connected to a spark plug lead; the flashing light will allow you to see the movements of the crankshaft pulley, verifying the alignment of the timing marks.


Updated on 7 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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