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Ignition Timing: Notes

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IGNITION TIMING SPECIFICATIONS (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application Man. Trans. Auto. Trans.
Samurai 10 @ 800 10 @ 800
  1. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Ensure idle speed is correct. Turn all accessories off. Attach timing light to No. 1 spark plug wire. Remove plug from inspection window on transmission case.
  2. Aim timing light at inspection window. If timing is not within specification, loosen distributor hold-down bolt and turn distributor until specified ignition timing is obtained. Retighten distributor hold-down bolt and install inspection window plug.
Fig 1: Samurai Ignition Timing Mark Location
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