02 · Engine

Setting timing to "0" (page 2 of 4)

Make: Fiat
Model: Bravo /Brava (182) Factory Service Manual
Year: 1995–2001
Section: Replacing timing belt (1581 16v)

10 EngineSetting timing to "0" · page 2 of 4

Diagram showing ignition coils and wiring on the engine, with arrows pointing to connection points.

Diagram showing rear camshaft area with arrows pointing to retaining nuts and earth leads.

1. Disconnect connections shown in figure, then remove ignition coils by undoing support bracket retaining nuts. 2. Remove rear camshaft covers by undoing retaining nuts and disconnecting associated earth leads.

Diagram of tool 1860874000 used for camshaft timing adjustment, showing shaft seat (1) and key (2).

3-4. Position tools 1860874000 for camshaft timing adjustment. Align shaft seat (1) with key (2) on the tools. Fit key into the seat and fasten tool to the cylinder head by the covers removed previously. Repeat the operation for both intake and exhaust end camshafts.

If the tools do not fit perfectly and camshafts require rotation, align pistons so that none are set to t.d.c. in order to prevent valves sticking.

Diagram showing reference seat (3) and cap (4) on the cylinder head extension for shaft timing tools.

Shaft timing tools 1860874000 differ only in the reference seat (3) marked on the lower corner. This should be aligned with the cap (4) located on the cylinder head extension.

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Parts & tools for this job For 1995 Fiat Bravo

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