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DR-32A Checking Basic Ignition Timing


1. Connect a tachometer to engine, then connect a timing light to engine.
2. Start and run engine until normal operating temperature is reached, then disconnect and reconnect engine coolant sensor connector. Power loss lamp on instrument panel must come on.
3. If basic timing is within 2° of specifications, proceed to Test 32 step B.
4. If basic timing is not within 2° of specifications, adjust following basic ignition timing procedure.