Ignition Timing: Adjustments

Fig. 9 Ignition timing measurement:

1. Warm up engine and let it idle.
2. Turn off all electric loads.
3. Disconnect the wiring connector to the engine cooling fan.
4. Connect a tachometer and a timing light Fig. 9.
5. Check idle speed is correct.

NOTE: For models with an automatic transaxle, block the wheels and pull the parking brake lever, and then shift into "D" range.

Timing Marks:

6. Disconnect the vacuum hoses from the vacuum control, and plug the hoses.
7. With a timing light check that the mark (white) on the crankshaft pulley and the timing mark on the timing belt cover are aligned Fig. 10.

Initial timing: 6° BTDC

8. If the marks are not aligned, loosen the distributor body installation nut, and turn the body to make the adjustment. Set to specifications.
9. Remove the timing light and connect the wiring connector to the engine cooling fan.
10. Re-connect the vacuum hoses