Ignition Timing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Volkswagen EuroVan and 1999 Volkswagen EuroVan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IGNITION TIMING - (DEGREES BTDC) ⁽¹⁾

Application

Base Timing

Advance Timing

EuroVan

⁽²⁾ 11-13

⁽³⁾ 0-50

⁽¹⁾	Manufacturer recommends using Scan Tool (VAG 1551) when checking ignition timing with radiator cooling fan, A/C and all accessories turned off.

⁽²⁾	Specification should be displayed in display field No. 3 on scan tool with engine at 650-750 RPM and display field No. 4 on scan tool should display a maximum of plus or minus 2 degress from reading in display field No. 3 with engine at 650-750 RPM.

⁽³⁾	Specification should be displayed in display field No. 3 on scan tool with engine at 650-6000 RPM and display field No. 4 on scan tool should display 0-40 degress with engine at 650-6000 RPM.