Procedure in Performing the Setting Base Ignition Timing

1. Prepare the supplies, materials, tools and equipment needed.

NOTE: Use a stroboscopic timing light to check the timing. Follow these steps for
ignition timing adjustment.]
2. Connect the timing light, and start the engine.
3. The engine must be idling at the manufacturer’s recommended rpm end all other
timing procedures must be followed.
4. Aim the timing light marks at the timing indicator, and observe the timing marks.
Compare this reading to the manufacturer’s specifications. For example if the
specification reads 10 degrees before top dead center and the reading found is 3
degrees before top dead center, the timing is retarded or off by 7 degrees.
5. If the timing mark is not at the specified location, rotate the distributor until the mark is
at the specified location.
6. Tighten the distributor hold-down bolt to the specified torque, and recheck the timing
mark position.
7. Connect the vacuum advance hose and any other connectors, hoses, or components
that were disconnected for the timing procedure.
8. Road testing in the highways.