Ignition Timing

1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula, 5.0 F, Automatic, 4L60/MD8SECTION Ignition Timing
NOTE: For timing procedures, see the appropriate D - "Engine Type" ADJUSTMENTS article in this section.
IGNITION TIMING

Application Man. Trans. Auto. Trans.
3.1L (VIN T)
Camaro & Firebird 10 @ Idle 10 @ Idle
All Other Models (1) (1)
3.1L (VIN V) (1) (1)
3.3L (VIN N) (1) (1)
3.8L (VIN C & L) (1) (1)
(1) Not adjustable.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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