Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1993 Acura Integra GS-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Legend & Vigor
- Operate engine until cooling fan comes on. Locate ignition timing adjusting connector under right side of dash. Connect terminals of connector using a jumper wire. See Fig 1 .
- Connect timing light. With engine at idle, Red mark on crankshaft pulley should align with pointer. See Fig 2 or Fig 3 . If Red mark and pointer are not aligned, adjust timing. See IGNITION TIMING table.
- Adjust ignition timing by turning adjusting screw on ignition timing adjuster. See Fig 4 . Remove control box cover. Using a 3/16" drill bit, drill out 2 rivets from adjuster. Remove cover.
- Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise to retard timing or clockwise to advance timing. After adjustment, install cover to ignition timing adjuster using new rivets. Remove jumper wire from ignition timing adjusting connector.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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