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.
1982 Eagle Eagle L4-151 2.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Ignition Timing: Adjustments
1. Set timing at Before Top Dead Center and at slow idle, unless otherwise specified.
2. Disconnect and plug distributor vacuum hose.
3. 6-cyl., disconnect yellow and blue wire connector at control module and place a jumper wire between the terminals on the module.
4. Timing MUST be set to specifications shown on emission label if different from setting listed.
2. Disconnect and plug distributor vacuum hose.
3. 6-cyl., disconnect yellow and blue wire connector at control module and place a jumper wire between the terminals on the module.
4. Timing MUST be set to specifications shown on emission label if different from setting listed.
Factory Service Tools
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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.