timing chain/distributor help
06-02-2011, 03:06 PM
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Year: 1996
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timing chain/distributor help
Ok I have a 96 4.0l 5 speed and I have done so much research I'm ready to screem lol. I have the engine at tdc and dist at 1 and when I hook a timing light to it its reading between 12 and 16 btdc is that right bc I can't find anything online to help. If anyone can find me a link let me know thanks
06-04-2011, 06:08 PM
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I replaced the distributor in my 94 4.0 & it will start 7 run normally for about 30 seconds, then just shuts off like someone turned off the key. It will start right back up, then do it again. I checked my timing with a light & at idle its reading clear off the timing tab, like 40-50 degrees BTDC. I would like to know what it should read also, & what can cause this issue? The ECM controls timing , I believe, so why would to advance it 40-50 degrees at idle? Any help would be great!
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