The distributor is synched to zero degrees with a scan tool.
The 2.5 liter four cylinder engine in a 1997 Jeep Wrangler has a timing CHAIN
A 1997 Jeep has a timing chain.
A 1997 Jeep V8 has a timing chain, not a belt.
The Ignition and Fuel are triggered from the crankshaft. The distributor is only a cam angle sensor and spark distributor.i.e. NO TIMING ADJUSTMENT possible.m
timing CHAIN
No, it has a chain.
For a 1988 Jeep Comanche with a 2.5-liter engine, the timing marks are typically located on the crankshaft pulley and the timing cover. The crankshaft pulley has a notch or mark that aligns with a corresponding mark on the timing cover. To set the correct timing, the engine should be at top dead center (TDC) on the compression stroke for cylinder number one. It's essential to use a timing light to ensure accurate ignition timing adjustment.
6Deg +/- 2Deg
ignition timing is electronic. follow the procedure in the repair manual for installing the distributor. Jeep does not have a base timing position.
It is possible, but not very common.
It is computer controled.
yes All Jeep 4.0L have a timing chain. It is only changed if excessively worn or damaged.