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Tune-Up - 4 CYL: Distributor

All carbureted Rabbit models and all California vehicles have electronic, breakerless ignition systems. Federal fuel injected models use conventional Bosch single point distributors.

Point Gap .016" (.4 mm)
Dwell Angle 44-50°
Breaker Arm Tension 14-21 ozs. (450-600 g)
Condenser Capacity .20 mfd.