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Ignition Timing: Adjustments

Fig. 7 Timing Mark:






1. Warm up engine and run at idle.
2. Turn all electrical loads "OFF."
3. Connect timing light. Connect jumper wire between data link connector TEN and GND terminals.
4. Check that timing mark (yellow) on crank pulley aligns with mark on timing belt cover.

TIMING: 10° - 12° BTDC

Fig. 8 Distributor Bolts:






5. If marks are not aligned, loosen lock bolt and turn distributor to make adjustment.
6. Remove jumper wire and tighten lock bolt to specified torque:

TORQUE: 14 - 19 ftlb (19 - 25 Nm)