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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987SPECTRUM-IMPORT L4-91.5 1509CC 1.5L VIN 7 2-BBLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION TIMINGADJUSTMENTS
1987 Chevrolet Spectrum-Import L4-91.5 1509cc 1.5L VIN 7 2-bbl
Ignition Timing: Adjustments
1987 Chevrolet Spectrum-Import L4-91.5 1509cc 1.5L VIN 7 2-bblSECTION Adjustments
Set timing at slow idle and Before Top Dead Center, unless otherwise specified. 1.0L 2V, 1.5L leave all distributor hoses connected.
1989-90, 1.0L TBI ex. LSI: Jumper terminals "C" and "D" of diagnostic connector by ignition coil.
1.6L Nova, Prizm FI: Jumper terminals "T" and "E1" of diagnostic connector underhood.
All others: Disconnect and plug distributor vacuum hoses. 1.0L LSI, when vacuum hose is connected timing will increase to check specification.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.