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 & 18i

Man. Trans.

10@800

Auto. Trans. ⁽¹⁾

10@650

Fuego Turbo

Not Adjustable

Le Car

3@750

⁽¹⁾	With transmission in "D".

Fig 1: Le Car Timing Mark Location

Fig 2: Fuego, Fuego Turbo & 18i Timing Mark Location (Illustration Shows Manual Transmission Location)

Fig 3: Fuego & 18i Timing Mark Location (Illustration Shows Automatic Transmission Location)