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Ignition Timing

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IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application Checking Adjusting
2.8L 12 @ 700 (1)
(1) Ignition timing is not adjustable.
IGNITION TIMING ADVANCE (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application Specification
2.8L (1) 27-33 @ 4500
(1) Vehicle not in BASIC ADJUSTMENT mode, engine oil temperature at 176°F (80°C), and Blue engine coolant temperature sensor connected.