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Ignition Timing

  1. With engine at normal operating temperature, set transmission in "D" (Auto. Trans.) or Neutral (Man. Trans.). Unplug wiring connector to engine cooling fan (if equipped). Disconnect and plug vacuum advance hoses (if equipped). Be sure idle speed is set to specifications. Connect timing light and set timing as required. See Fig 1 .
Fig 1: 323 Engine Timing Marks
G95495Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
IGNITION TIMING (DEGREES BTDC @ RPM)

Application Man. Trans. (1) Auto. Trans.
Non-Turbo 2 @ 850 2 @ 850
Turbo 12 @ 850 N/A
(1) Auto. Trans. in "P".
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