Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

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C1 - Check Base Timing



CAUTION: Do not use a remote starter while doing timing check.

^ Key off.

^ Install timing light.

^ Remove SPOUT in line connector.

^ Run engine at normal operating condition.

^ Is base timing within ±3 degrees of specified base timing?


YES -- Go to C2. C2 - Check For Spark Advance


NO -- Adjust ignition timing.