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All Other Models

Check or adjust ignition timing with vacuum line disconnected and plugged and engine running at idle speed. To adjust, turn distributor until specified mark on flywheel is aligned with specified graduation mark on clutch housing. Reconnect distributor vacuum hose.

IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC@RPM)

Application Timing
Fuego Turbo
  Man. Trans. 10@800
Fuego & 18i
  Man. Trans. 10@800
  Auto. Trans. (1) 10@650
Le Car 3@750
(1) With transmission in "D".
Fig 1: Le Car Timing Mark Location
G09314299Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS/RENAULT CORP.
Fig 2: Fuego & 18i Timing Marks (Man. Trans.)
G09314300Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS/RENAULT CORP.
Fig 3: Fuego & 18i Timing Marks (Auto. Trans.)
G09314301Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS/RENAULT CORP.