T1000 L4-111 1.8L DSL (1983)
Diesel MFI Pump: Adjustments
Fig. 1 Timing mark locations on damper pulley
Fig. 2 Static timing gauge J-29763 installed
Fig. 3 Injection pump flange nuts
Refer to Diesel Engine Performance Specifications chart for specified injection pump timing.
1.
Check that alignment mark on injection pump flange is aligned with alignment mark on front plate.
2.
Bring cylinder No. 1 to TDC on compression stroke by turning crankshaft until timing mark on pulley aligns with pointer, Fig. 1. The damper
pulley has eleven notched lines as shown in Fig. 1. Four lines on one side, seven elsewhere. The four lines are intended for service use while the
other seven are for factory use only.
3.
Remove upper dust cover, ensure the injection pump belt is properly tensioned and the timing marks are aligned.
4.
Remove the cam cover and rear plug, ensure that the fixing plate fits smoothly into the camshaft rear slit, then remove the fixing plate.
5.
Disconnect the injection pipe from the injection pump, remove distributor head screw and gasket, install static timing gauge J-29763, Fig. 2. Set
the lift approximately .040 inch (1 mm) from the plunger.
