3s-FE ignition timing

[blu88notch]

Is the ignition timing in my 89 Camry adjustable?
If so, does anyone have "how to" info on setting it?
I did a search on this and came up with only the stock setting of 10* no other info.

Thanks.

[Brian R.]

Check the label on the underside of your hood for the procedure for checking the ignition timing.

Normally, you attach a tachometer (remove cap on service connector of distributor for connection, blue wire with green connector) and a timing light (no 1 spark plug wire), start the engine, and then insert a jumper wire (paper clip) between terminals T and E1 on the service connector next to the AFM.

You check the timing at a specific rpm by shining the timing light on the crank pulley and seeing where the timing mark sets with relation to the marks on the scale on the engine.

You adjust the timing if wrong by loosening the hold-down bolt on the distributor and turn the distributor a small amount to correct the timing. If you're careful, you can adjust the timing while the engine is running and check it with the timing light as you make the adjustment.

Tighten the hold-down bolt and remove the jumper.

[blu88notch]

Originally Posted by Brian R.

Check the label on the underside of your hood for the procedure for checking the ignition timing.

Normally, you attach a tachometer (remove cap on service connector of distributor for connection, blue wire with green connector) and a timing light (no 1 spark plug wire), start the engine, and then insert a jumper wire (paper clip) between terminals T and E1 on the service connector next to the AFM.

You check the timing at a specific rpm by shining the timing light on the crank pulley and seeing where the timing mark sets with relation to the marks on the scale on the engine.

You adjust the timing if wrong by loosening the hold-down bolt on the distributor and turn the distributor a small amount to correct the timing. If you're careful, you can adjust the timing while the engine is running and check it with the timing light as you make the adjustment.

Tighten the hold-down bolt and remove the jumper.

Good. I have adjusted the timing many times on my Mustang so know that I should be ok. So when you say "AFM" what is that short form for?

[Brian R.]

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