Up to 97.5 MY illustrated

2. Connect a timing light to No.1 spark plug lead. Connect a suitable tachometer.

3. Clean timing pointer on engine and RED mark on crankshaft pulley.
4. Set gear selector lever to ’P’ position.
5. Start engine and run at idle speed until normal operating temperature is reached.
6. Check ignition timing: Ignition timing 16° ± 2° at 750 ± 50 rev/min.

Adjust

Up to 97.5 MY illustrated

1. Loosen 3 bolts and turn distributor in required direction; clockwise to retard timing or anti-clockwise to advance. 97.5 my on: Loosen 2 bolts and turn distributor in required direction; clockwise to retard timing or anti-clockwise to advance.
2. Tighten distributor bolts to 24 Nm and recheck timing.
3. Switch off engine, remove tool 18G 1724 from service check connector.
4. Remove timing light and tachometer. Secure the 2 pin connector.