2001 Ford Excursion 5.4 L, 4WDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Ignition Timing: Villager

  1. Ensure engine is at operating temperature, all accessories are off, and transmission is in Park or Neutral. Set parking brake. Rev engine to 2000-3000 RPM 2 or 3 times and allow engine to return to idle. Turn engine off. Disconnect TPS connector. Start engine and rev to 2000-3000 RPM 2 or 3 times and allow engine to return to idle. Ensure idle speed is correct. Idle speed should be 700-800 RPM in Park or Neutral.
  2. Connect timing light to No. 1 spark plug wire. Check base ignition timing. See Fig 1. See IGNITION TIMING  table.
  3. If timing is not to specification, loosen distributor hold-down bolt. Adjust timing as necessary. Turn engine off. Reconnect TPS harness connector.
Fig 1: Identifying Villager Timing Marks
G00027223Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
IGNITION TIMING

Application Degrees BTDC
Except Villager 8-12
Villager (1) 13-17
(1) With TPS connector unplugged.
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