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Ignition Timing

NOTE: Engines are equipped with a receptacle for magnetic probe timing lights, located 10° ATDC. DO NOT  use this location for timing with a conventional light.
  1. Connect an adapter between No. 1 spark plug wire or use an inductive type pickup. DO NOT  puncture wires. Connect timing light according to manufacturer's instructions.
  2. Check or adjust ignition timing with engine at normal operating temperature, distributor vacuum line disconnected and plugged. See Figure . The transmission should be in neutral.
  3. Once timing has been set, reconnect the vacuum line.
TIMING SPECIFICATIONS (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application Man. Trans. Auto. Trans
7.4L 4 @ 700 4 @ 700