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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPLYMOUTH1994SUNDANCE BASE, 2D HATCHBACK, 2.2 D, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 5 (ENGINE CONTROLS - ADJUSTMENTS)IGNITION TIMINGENGINE CONTROLS - ADJUSTMENTS2.0L
1994 Plymouth Sundance Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Automatic
Engine Controls - Adjustments: 2.0L
1994 Plymouth Sundance Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, AutomaticSECTION 2.0L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1994 Plymouth Laser and 1994 Eagle Talon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure vehicle is at operating temperature, all accessories are off, and transmission is in Park or Neutral. Front wheels must be in straight-ahead position. Connect tachometer to engine RPM detection connector. See Fig 1 .
- Ensure curb idle speed is set to specification. See CURB IDLE SPEED CHECK (2.0L) under IDLE SPEED . Turn engine off. Connect timing light.
- Using a jumper wire, ground ignition timing adjustment connector (Yellow/Red wire). See Figure and Figure . Start engine. Check base ignition timing. See IGNITION TIMING table. Loosen crank angle sensor hold-down bolt, and adjust as necessary.
- Turn engine off. Disconnect ground (jumper wire) from ignition timing adjustment connector. Start engine. Check actual ignition timing. See IGNITION TIMING table. Turn engine off, and remove all test equipment.
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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.