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.

1980 Ford FiestaFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Ford Distributor Advance Specifications

NOTE: FOR DISTRIBUTOR RPM & DEGREES, DIVIDE SPECIFICATIONS BY 2

Distributor Part No.⁽¹⁾

Rot. ⁽²⁾

Automatic Advance (Engine Degrees & RPM)

Vacuum Advance (Engine Deg. & In. of Hg.)

Deg.

RPM

Deg.

RPM

Deg.

RPM

Deg.

In. Hg.

Deg.

In. Hg.

D9BE - DA

0-2

1250

5-9

1850

14-19

5000

0-2

15-2

17-20

13.5

D8BE - EA

0-2

1100

5-9

2200

14-19

5000

0-2

15.2

17-20

12.5

D8BE - JA

0-2

1100

11-15

2100

15-21

5000

0-2

3-5

13-18

13.0

D9DE - CA

0-2

2000

2-6

1200

7-13

5000

0-2

3.0

17-22

11.5

D9ZE - CA

0-2

900

6-10

1200

7-26

5000

0-2

4.0

15-17

13.0

D94E - AA⁽³⁾

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⁽¹⁾	(1) - Ford basic part number is 12127.

⁽²⁾	(2) - C (Clockwise), CC (Counterclockwise) as viewed from rotor end.

⁽³⁾	(3) - Distributor does not perform any spark advance function. All spark timing is controlled by engine.

NOTE: Distributor specifications shown for Ford Motor Co. were the only specifications available from manufacturer.

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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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