740 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F (1985)
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Adjust engine speed with idle adjustment screw to 700 rpm.
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Disconnect ground from test point.
Engine speed should increase to 750±20 rpm
If values are incorrect: check/adjust Throttle Body and/or Throttle Cable/Linkage.
Check/Adjust Ignition Setting
Idle speed fluctuations can affect ignition setting. Make sure that fluctuations are not greater than 25 rpm.
If greater, check air control valve hoses for blockages.
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Set Mono-tester to display ignition timing.
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Read ignition timing on Mono-tester.
Ignition setting should be 12°+2° BTDC at idle.
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Adjust setting by turning distributor body.
Check CO level
CO should be checked/adjusted within 5-1O minutes of radiator thermostat opening.
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Turn adjustment knob on Mono-tester to 4-cyl.
At correct CO level, pointer should move between 2O°-7O°.
Adjusting CO
CO should only be adjusted after all possible faults have been checked/rectified.