Ignition Timing

1990 Plymouth Sundance RS, 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, AutomaticSECTION Ignition Timing
IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

Application Man. Trans. Auto. Trans.
1.8L 5 @ 600-800 (1) 5 @ 600-800
2.0L (2) 5 @ 650-850 (2) 5 @ 650-850
2.2L Non-Turbo 10-14 @ 850-850 10-14 @ 850
2.2L Turbo 12 @ 990 12 @ 990
2.5L Non-Turbo 10-14 @ 850-850 10-14 @ 850
2.5L Turbo 12 @ 950 12 @ 900
3.0L (VIN 3) 10-14 @ 800 10-14 @ 700
3.0L (VIN U) N/A N/A
3.3L (3) N/A 14-18 @ 750
(1) Basic ignition timing is given. Actual ignition timing is 10 degrees at specified RPM.
(2) Basic ignition timing is given. Actual ignition timing is 8 degrees at specified RPM. Actual ignition timing may vary depending on control mode of control unit.
(3) Ignition timing is not adjustable.
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