Install timing light on #1 cylinder Remove and plug vacuum advance line from distributor Highlight timing marks crankshaft and stationary Loosen distributor hold down Start vehicle and move distributor to align marks
So, what's the answer to my question? How do I set the dashboard clock on my 1983 Buick Riviera?
The timing marks for a 1970 Buick Riviera with a 455 cubic inch engine are typically located on the timing cover, with the timing pointer aligned with the harmonic balancer. The factory specification for initial timing is usually set around 4-8 degrees before top dead center (BTDC). For distributors, the 1970 Riviera commonly uses a Delco-Remy distributor, which is vacuum-advanced and features a mechanical advance mechanism. Always refer to a service manual for precise specifications and adjustments.
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The firing order for a 1985 Buick Riviera with a 307 cubic inch engine is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. This sequence is standard for many small block GM engines from that era. It's important to ensure the ignition timing is set correctly for optimal engine performance.
with the radio off use the seek buton to set the time
To set the clock in a 1990 Buick Riviera, first, turn the ignition to the "On" position without starting the engine. Press and hold the "HR" button to set the hour, and then press the "MIN" button to set the minutes. Release the buttons once the correct time is displayed. Finally, turn off the ignition to save your settings.
It's computer controlled. No timing adjustments are possible.
To set the clock on a 1991 Buick Riviera, first, turn the ignition on without starting the engine. Locate the "HR" (hour) and "MIN" (minute) buttons on the dashboard. Press the "HR" button to adjust the hour and the "MIN" button to set the minutes. Once you've set the correct time, simply turn off the ignition to save the settings.
No
You dont. The computer does it.
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