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Carbureted Models

  1. Make sure engine is fully warmed and set basic timing. Temperature sensor must be connected and operating properly.
  2. Remove and plug vacuum hose at vacuum transducer. Connect auxiliary vacuum supply to vacuum transducer and set for 16 in. Hg.
  3. Raise engine speed to 2000 RPM, wait one minute and check against specifications. Advance specifications are in addition to basic advance. If specified readings are not obtained, replace computer.
ELECTRONIC SPARK ADVANCE TEST (1)

Application Degrees BTDC
1.6L 29-37
2.2L
California
Manual Transmission 38-46
Automatic Transmission 33-41
Federal & High Altitude
Manual Transmission 38-46
Automatic Transmission 37-45
2.2L H.O.
California 32-40
Federal 39-47
(1) Engine at 2000 RPM & 16 In. Hg Vacuum to Computer.