Ignition Timing

1991 Mercury Tracer Base, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION Ignition Timing
BASE IGNITION TIMING

Application Degrees BTDC @ RPM
1.8L
USA (1) 10 @ 700-800
Canada (1) 10 @ 750-850
1.9L (1) 10 @ 760-840
2.2L
Non-Turbo (1) 6 @ 750
Turbo (1) 9 @ 750
2.3L OHC
Auto. Trans. (2) 10 @ 790-850
Man. Trans. (2) 10 @ 830-890
2.3L HSC
Auto Trans. (2) 10 @ 680-760
Man. Trans. (2) 10 @ 810-890
2.5L HSC (2) 10 @ 675-725
(1) With STI terminal grounded.
(2) With SPOUT in-line connector disconnected.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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