Ignition Timing (1.8L)
- Ensure vehicle is at operating temperature, all accessories are off and transmission is in Park or Neutral. Vehicle front wheels must be in straight-ahead position and curb idle speed set to specification. Turn engine off. Disconnect female connector from ignition timing connector (if equipped).
- Using a jumper wire, ground ignition timing adjustment connector (Yellow/Red wire). See Figure . Start engine. Check ignition basic timing. Loosen distributor hold-down bolt and adjust as necessary. Disconnect ground wire on ignition timing adjustment connector. Check ignition actual timing. Turn engine off. Remove all test equipment.