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Advance Components (1.6L Non-Turbo)

Ignition advance is controlled by a centrifugal advance mechanism within the distributor, and by a vacuum advance mechanism. If centrifugal advance is not within specification, service the distributor. Replace the vacuum advance mechanism if vacuum advance is not within specification. See IGNITION TIMING  . Also see IGNITION TIMING in ADJUSTMENTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section.

IGNITION TIMING

Application Auto. Trans. Man. Trans.
1.6L Non-Turbo 1-3 @ 850 0-4 @ 850
1.6L Turbo 10-14 @ 850 0-4 @ 850
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