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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Golf mk2 how to guides + info => Topic started by: rowlers on 28 March 2007, 18:42

Title: HOW to... 16v (KR) Ignition timing
Post by: rowlers on 28 March 2007, 18:42

This is basically what I done to time my valver!

• Engine up to operating temp (fan kicks in, oil temp above 80⁰C
• Switch off.
• Unscrew green plug on top of gearbox.
• Mark your 6BTDC with tippex make it easier to see! You may need to turn engine so that you can see your marks. I put it into fourth gear and pushed or pulled car slowly until I could see the marks!

(http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b253/rowlers/flywheelmark.jpg)

• Disconnect red connector at coil.
• Loosen dizzy bolts, so that it moves but not so that it spins!
• Connect timing light as per instructions.
• Start engine.
• Point timing light into the gearbox "hole".
  
• you should see the marks - if you're timing is anywhere near!
• Move the dizzy until you can see the marks.
• Carefully adjust the dizzy until you get the big 6BTDC mark lined up with the mark on the gearbox housing.
• Swith off.
• Tighten Dizzy Bolts.
• Have a final check if you want!
• Re-connect red lead under coil.
• Take it for a spin!!!

I had to adjust the idle slightly while seeting the timing.
You will probably now need to check the CO setting.