Setting the ignition timing (Mazda Familia BF)

Connect the stroboscope in accordance with the operating instructions, while connecting the stroboscope sensor clamp to the high-voltage wire of the ignition coil.

Disconnect the vacuum hose from the distributor sensor.

Check the engine crankshaft speed.

Direct the flashing beam of the stroboscope light at the scale on the camshaft drive cover. If the ignition timing is set correctly, then when the engine is idling, the mark on the crankshaft pulley should be opposite the 4th division of the scale.

To adjust the ignition timing, stop the engine, loosen the ignition distributor sensor mounting nuts and turn it to the required angle.

Tighten the mounting nuts and check the ignition timing again.

Disconnect the strobe light.

Connect the vacuum hose to the distributor sensor.

Check the engine idle speed.