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Ignition Timing

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Check or adjust ignition timing with engine at normal operating temperature, idle speed set to specifications and distributor vacuum lines connected.

IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application Man. Trans. Auto. Trans.
All Models ... 5@500
Fig 1: Ignition Timing Mark Location
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