Depending on the vehicle make model etc. There should be timing marks on the gears and then again on the timing belt. You must align the marks on each. Also dependant on make model etc. you may need to look up # of teeth from center to each end and then count to make sure that you are aligning with the proper mark.
You can set the timing on a Mitsubishi mirage 1997 going to the setting and finding the setting properties. The setup should be the second on the listing.
Timing and idle setting maybe computer controlled and not adjustable. If they are adjustable should be 825-850 RPM
The answer should be in your owner's manual in the last few pages near the back.
yes, unhook the vaccum hose to the distribuetor to set the timing.
you should be able to get a timing book from your local parts store
The timing depends on model and year. Try 8 degrees BTDC. It should run fine at that setting.
Should be 12 degrees before top dead center
Should be 12 degrees before top dead center
Unless you have had the timing belt off or it has broken the timing should still be correct. The way you set the timing is by taking the timing belt off and lining up the timing marks and put the belt back on. I added a link to a text how-to for setting the timing on the Zetec engine. -ZX2Fast
The timing should not need setting unless you have a failed timing belt or head repair of sorts. after the new parts for the head are all in place set no 1 piston to top dead center, line the cam sprocket and the crank so both timing marks are together going north south put on the timing belt and tighten the pensioner up you have base timing hook up a timing light loosen the distributor and locate the timing window on the bell housing (near the head) mark the recommended setting with a white marker and and the required setting on the window. start the engine and using your light line up your setting or as you desire!
Assuming that you know how to use a timing light to adjust timing: 1. Disconnect the electronic spark control at the distributor. 2. The timing should be 10 degrees btdc. Rotate the distributor to achieve the proper setting at the timing mark on the crankshaft.
There are marks on the chain that coordinate with marks on the timing gear. Make sure these line up when putting on the timing chain, and you should be good to go. Getting to the timing chain is the real battle.