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Ignition Timing

NOTE: Engines are equipped with a receptacle for a magnetic probe timing light, located 9.5° ATDC. Do not use this location for timing with a conventional light.

Warm engine and allow to idle. Disconnect and plug distributor vacuum line, then check ignition timing. Adjust by turning distributor.

TIMING SPECIFICATIONS (Degrees BTDC@RPM)

Application Man. Trans. Auto Trans.
All Models
  High Alt. 6-18@600 16-18@600
All Other 9-11@600 9-11@600