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Timing Inspection

  1. Set up an oscilloscope as follows:

    Channel A (+): Signal terminal of the CMPS #1 (back probe), (-): ground

    Channel B (+): Signal terminal of the CKPS (back probe), (-): ground

  2. Start the engine and check for signal waveform compared with reference waveform as shown in illustration.
    Fig 1: CKPS Signal Waveform Screen (Including Missing Tooth)
    G09746195Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: CKPS Signal Waveform Screen (Switching Point Of CMPS And Missing Tooth)
    G09746196Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    (1) There are 60 signals of CKPS (Including missing tooth) during the semi-cycle of CMPS #1.

    (2) There are 3~5 signals of CKPS between the switching point of CMPS #1 and the missing tooth of CKPS.

  3. Is the signal waveform normal?

    YES 

    • Go to next step as below.

    NO 

    • Repair or readjust as necessary, if air gap of the CKPS is exceeds specification [0.3~1.7 mm (0.012~0.067 in)]. If OK, check that the crankshaft and camshaft are correctly aligned the matching marks of the pulleys. Repair or readjust as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.