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Ignition Timing

  1. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Set transmission in Neutral. Turn off all accessories. Connect test mode connector. See Fig 1 .
  2. Connect timing light. Start engine. Observe timing marks located on crankshaft pulley. If necessary, loosen distributor hold-down bolt and adjust ignition timing by rotating distributor. Adjust timing to 5 degrees BTDC @ 700 RPM. After adjusting ignition timing, tighten distributor hold-down bolt.
Fig 1: Locating Test Mode & Read Memory Connectors
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