Ignition Timing: Adjustments

Fig. 5 Setting idle speed:

1. Warm up engine and let it idle.
2. Turn off all electric loads.
3. Connect a tachometer and a timing light.
4. Check idle speed and adjust if necessary Fig. 5.

Idle Speed: 800-850 in park or neutral

Fig. 6 Disabling vacuum advance:

6. Disconnect the vacuum hoses from the vacuum control, and plug the hoses Fig. 6.

Fig. 7 Location of timing marks:

7. With a timing light check that the mark (yellow) on the crankshaft pulley and the timing mark on the timing belt cover are aligned Fig. 7.

Initial timing: 5°-7° BTDC (B2200)
Initial timing: 6°-8° BTDC (B2600)

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.