Tune-Up - 4 CYL: Distributor

1982 Volkswagen Rabbit Base, 2D HatchbackSECTION Distributor

All models except Federal Vanagon use electronic breakerless ignition systems. No adjustments are required. Federal Vanagon models use conventional Bosch single point distributor. Set point gap so that dwell is 44-50Β°.

Fig 1: Firing Order & Distributor Rotation (Vanagon)
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