it does
turning the distributor adjusts the timing, get a timing light and the timing marks are down by the crank pulley.
The rotor is not adjustable on 99.9% of distributors. The timing is adjusted by loosening the distributor body and turning it in relation to the rotor and other driven timing/ignition components.
you do not adjust a distributor cap you adjust the timing.
Normally by turning the distributor, in conjunction with a strobe timing light
IF you have already set the timing to spec, you alter timing by loosening the distributor and turning the base to adjust timing. You will need a timing light to measure the timing. Pull out the spout before adjusting so the computer will not alter the timing. HTH.
It is zeroed to the crank with a scan tool. It can not be done with a timing light. It is done by turning the distributor.
how do i adjust my distributor for timing
The way the rotor rotates retards. If the distributor turns clockwise, then turning the distributor clockwise retards the timing.
if it has a distributor you can.
To adjust the distributor on a 1998 Honda CR-V, first, ensure the engine is off and the ignition is disconnected. Then, locate the distributor at the rear of the engine and loosen the retaining bolt slightly. Rotate the distributor slightly clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the timing, then tighten the bolt while checking timing marks with a timing light. Finally, reconnect the ignition and test the engine to ensure proper timing.
Distributor timing is adjusted by rotating the distributor. A scan tool is required to put the engine computer in distributor sync mode. The distributor is then set to zero degrees.
To adjust the distributor on a 1999 Dodge 5.9L engine, first, ensure the engine is off and disconnected from the battery. Locate the distributor, and mark its current position for reference. Loosen the distributor hold-down bolt slightly, then rotate the distributor to adjust the timing as needed. After adjustment, tighten the hold-down bolt and reconnect the battery, then check the timing using a timing light to ensure it's set correctly.