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1997 Kia Sephia Repair Question


Topics covered: Distributor, Engine, Ignition timing.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on October 23, 2010

1997 Kia Sephia

Engine Performance problem
1997 Kia Sephia 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 128000 miles

need to know timing setting and how to set it i need the spec.
Avatar Asked by ferndogg711

Answer

Replied on October 24, 2010

Hi ferndogg711

Here are the procedures.

IGNITION TIMING
1. Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature. Turn off all accessories. Connect inductive timing light to No. 1 spark plug wire. Start engine and allow it to idle. Connect a jumper wire between terminals GND and ENG TEST of Data Link Connector (DLC). Check ignition timing. Timing mark on crankshaft pulley and mark on timing belt cover should be aligned to specification.

BASE IGNITION TIMING
Degrees @ Idle

1.6L & 1.8L = 9-11 BTDC

2. If timing is not within specification, loosen distributor hold-down bolts and rotate distributor base to adjust. Recheck timing and tighten distributor hold-down bolts to 14-19 ft. lbs. (19-26 N.m).

ApplicationDegrees @ Idle
1.6L & 1.8L9-11 BTDC

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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