Flywheel Timing Mark - Identification

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Article No. 92-12-10


DATE: 06-03-92


ENGINE-2.3L HSC-FLYWHEEL TIMING MARK IDENTIFICATION-VEHICLES WITH ATX AND MTX TRANSAXLES


FORD: 1984-92 TEMPO

LINCOLN-MERCURY: 1984-92 TOPAZ


ISSUE:
The engine flywheel timing mark diagnostic symbols need to be clearly identified when performing diagnostic procedures and setting initial timing.

ACTION:
if service is required, refer to the following engine timing mark diagnostic symbols to set initial engine timing.








1984 TEMPO/TOPAZ

The diagnostic symbols to set initial timing at 10~ BTDC or 15~ BTDC are shown in Figures 1 and 2. Refer to the emission decal on the vehicle for timing specifications.








1985-1987 TEMPO/TOPAZ

The diagnostic symbols to set initial timing at 10~ BTDC are shown in Figures 3 and 4. Refer to the emission decal on the vehicle for timing specifications.








1988-1991 TEMPO/TOPAZ

The diagnostic symbols to set initial timing at 15~ BTDC are shown in Figures 5 and 6. Refer to the emission decal on the vehicle for timing specifications.


1992 TEMPO/TOPAZ - INITIAL TIMING PROCEDURE (DIFFERENT THAN 1984-91)

Set engine initial timing by using a timing pointer located on the engine front cover with the appropriate timing marks on the crankshaft pulley. Refer to the emission decal on the vehicle for timing specifications.

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 91-23-7
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 499000