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1974-76 Models

  1. On single-point distributor equipped models, check or adjust ignition timing with engine at normal operating temperature, idle speed set to specifications, and all vacuum and electrical leads connected.
  2. On dual-point distributor equipped models, check or adjust ignition timing with engine at normal operating temperature and idle speed set to specifications. Set retard spark with all vacuum and electrical leads connected and advance spark with retard points' primary lead disconnected.
1974-75 IGNITION TIMING SPECIFICATIONS

Application Timing
Dual-Point Models
  Sedan & Coupe (1) 5°BTDC
  Station Wagon (2) 8°BTDC
Single-Point Models 5°BTDC
(1) Set retard timing to TDC.
(2) Set retard timing to 4°BTDC.
1976 IGNITION TIMING SPECIFICATIONS

Application Timing
808
  1300 cc
  Federal 7°BTDC
  Calif. 11°BTDC
  1600 cc
  Federal 5°BTDC
  Calif. 8°BTDC
B1600
  Federal 5°BTDC
  Calif. 8°BTDC