pull the spark plug out of the number one cylinder (they are labeled on the intake manifold) turn the crank gear ( the bottom gear) until the piston is all the way to the top of the cylinder ( use screw driver to gauge) get the dot on the crank gear (bottom gear) as close to stright up as you can get it then the dot on the cam gear (Top Gear) goes straight down. then pull your distributer cap off and point the roter bug at the number one cylinder. then your done.
Correct timing is what ever the manufacture recommends.
To set the timing on a 1986 Honda Goldwing, first, ensure the engine is at operating temperature and then turn off the engine. Locate the timing marks on the crankshaft pulley and the timing cover, and use a timing light connected to the number one cylinder. Start the engine and aim the timing light at the marks; adjust the ignition timing by loosening the distributor bolt and rotating the distributor until the timing mark aligns with the specified setting. Finally, tighten the distributor bolt and recheck the timing to ensure it remains correct.
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.
To adjust the distributor for setting the timing on a 'SD1 V8 engine', first, ensure the engine is at the correct timing mark, usually at TDC (top dead center) on the compression stroke for cylinder number one. Loosen the distributor hold-down clamp and rotate the distributor slightly while observing the timing light or the timing marks on the engine. Adjust until the desired timing specification is met, then tighten the hold-down clamp securely. Finally, recheck the timing to ensure it hasn't shifted during tightening.
Oh, dude, setting the timing on a 1999 Honda Civic EX? That's like trying to explain quantum physics to a cat. Basically, you gotta locate the timing marks on the crankshaft pulley and the engine block, then use a timing light to adjust the distributor until they line up. But hey, if you're not into getting your hands dirty, just take it to a mechanic and let them deal with it.
5 degrees before TDC
To set the timing for a 1984 El Camino with a 305 engine, first ensure the engine is at operating temperature and then turn off the ignition. Locate the timing marks on the harmonic balancer and the timing tab, ensuring the engine is at the correct timing position (usually 8-12 degrees BTDC for this model). Use a timing light to check the timing; if it's off, loosen the distributor hold-down bolt and adjust the distributor until the timing light shows the correct setting. Finally, tighten the bolt and recheck to confirm accuracy.
To set the ignition timing on a 2002 VW Polo 1.4i, first ensure the engine is at operating temperature and the idle speed is correct. Disconnect the vacuum line from the distributor, then use a timing light to check the timing mark on the crankshaft pulley against the specified timing mark on the engine block. If the timing is off, loosen the distributor clamp and rotate it until the timing light indicates the correct timing, then retighten the distributor. Finally, reconnect the vacuum line and recheck the timing if necessary.
To set timing correctly on a 1992 Honda Civic the distributor must be installed at the right angle. Install the distributor at the correct degrees to ensure the timing is set properly.
the timing shoujld be 8 degrees BTDC. If your engine has a vacume advance hose running to the distributor than you will have to remove it from the distributor and seal it off before setting the timing.
Timing is controlled by the computer and is not adjustable. The distributor, if equipped, is set to 0 degrees with the scan tool. This can not be done with a timing light.
The distributor is set to 0 degrees with the aid of a scan tool. it can not be done with a timing light.The distributor is set to 0 degrees with the aid of a scan tool. it can not be done with a timing light.