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Ignition Timing: Adjustments


Set timing at slow idle and Before Top Dead Center, unless otherwise specified.

2.5L (151), ground diagnostic connector under dash. Average pulses of cylinders 1 & 4.

2.8L (173) FI, place system in bypass mode, disconnect tan/black wire by ECM in passenger compartment.

2.8L (173) 2V EST, disconnect 4-wire connector at distributor.

4.3L (262) FI, place system in bypass mode, disconnect tan/black wire at distributor.

All V8 W/FI, place system in bypass mode, disconnect tan/black wire inboard of bulkhead.

All others, disconnect & plug distributor vacuum hoses(s).





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