2 before tdc at 1600 rpm vacuum advance disconnected
I really depends on what distributor you have on the engine. It could be a mechanical advance distributor or a vacuum advance distributor (stock). Google "the Somba" Volkswagen forum and all will be explained.
What are the steps to timing a 2001 VW Beetle 2.0?
30
$1600
timing chain
No
it has a timing chain
1600 cc
350
0.016
The vacuum canister can advance 24 degrees beyond initial timing.