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Kia Sephia GS Sedan L4-1.8L (1997)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Specifications (page 5 of 6)

Make
Kia
Model
Sephia GS Sedan
Engine
L4-1.8L
Year
1997
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 5 of 6
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Timing Belt: Adjustments

IGNITION TIMING ADJUSTMENT 

Preparation 

1. Apply parking brake.
2. Warm-up the engine to normal operating temperature.
3. Turn all electric loads OFF.
4. Connect a timing light.

5. Connect a tachometer to the data link connector (DLC) IG-terminal.

6. Connect a jumper wire across the ENG. TEST and GND terminals on the data link connector (DLC).

Ignition Timing 

1. Verify idle speed.

2. Check if the timing mark on the crankshaft pulley and the mark on the timing belt cover are aligned.

Ignition Timing BTDC: 10° ± 1° 

3. If the marks are not aligned, loosen the distributor lock bolts, and turn the distributor as necessary.

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