You shouldn't have to - the knock sensor is supposed to adjust the timing automatically. If the vehicle is mistimed, you might need to replace the knock sensor.
how do you set valve on 1998 350 vortec
There is no more timing marks for a 98 vortec you have to go off marks on distribitor & use a scanner. You are setting cam timing
To set the timing on a 350 Vortec engine, you need to unplug the brown wire with a white stripe, commonly referred to as the "timing connector" or "bypass connector." This wire is typically located near the distributor or on the engine harness. Unplugging it puts the engine into diagnostic mode, allowing you to set the timing correctly. After adjusting the timing, remember to plug the wire back in.
It requires an engine scanner to set the timing on that year engine.
Timing is set by the PCM and is not adjustable.
Timing is set by the PCM and is not adjustable.
On the Vortec the computer does it all.
you face your distributor to your number 1 which should be the driver front plug.get it to where it starts, then you have to get it timed through your computer at a shop.
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how do you set the timing for a 1997 Chevy 350 5.7 engine
In order to set the timing on a 98 Chevy 350 vortex, you have to time with a scan tool that will let you set timing. Or let garage do it