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Ignition Timing: Notes

Set timing (at idle speed) with tachometer and timing light attached. Disconnect distributor vacuum hose from control unit. With parking brake set and engine at normal operating temperature, adjust timing to the settings listed below.

Engine Synchro-mesh Auto. Trans.
307" 4° BTDC 8° BTDC
All Others 8° BTDC 10° BTDC
Fig 1: IGNITION TIMING MARKS
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