How to check and adjust your car's ignition timing

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This video tutorial will show you how to check and adjust your car's ignition timing. For checking and adjusting your ignition timing, first obtain the timing specifications for your vehicle, then locate the timing mark and timing index scale on the vehicle. Properly prepare the vehicle before checking the timing. Connect the timing light to the engine, loosen the distributor hold-down bolt and check the ignition timing; adjust if needed. Tighten the distributor hold-down bolt, and then recheck the ignition timing.

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