Question about 1994 Toyota 4Runner

Can you if so how do you set timing with only using btdc and distributor on a 94 4runner

2 Answers

Lodhi Autos

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.
Toyota Master
992 Answers

Ignition timing manual setting 1994 Toyota 4 Runner.
- Remove the distributor cap.
- Pull up the hand brake, place the vehicle in P or Neutral.
- Rotate the crankshaft pulley with a suitable tool to bring the timing mark at 5 degrees BTDC and the reluctor position in front of No. 1 position in distributor.
- Remove the rotor and adjust the distributor (by loosening two distributor locking bolts) in such a way that the No. 1 reluctor tooth just cross the G1 pickup coil notch in the direction of rotation in the distributor.
- Lock the distributor bolts, install rotor and install distributor cap.

Can you if so how do you set timing with only usin - 25421740-jyg5ye5nncykpnrf0tfxcyn2-2-0.png

Posted on Feb 16, 2015

_--_-_

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.
Toyota Master
20,706 Answers

Renee,

we cant guess engines, here. not ever.
USA, open hood, see that under hood sticker , it show engine name.
and the VIN has a 1 digit engine code.

Posted on Feb 16, 2015

_-__-___-_ Feb 16, 2015

gen 2 , 4runners have 8 engines, seen here >>>> 2.0 L 3Y I4 2.2 L 4Y I4 2.4 L 22R-E I4 3.0 L 3VZ-E V6 2.4 L 2L-TE turbodiesel I4 2.4 L 2L-TII turbodiesel I4 2.8 L 3L diesel I4 3.0 L 1KZ-T/TE turbodiesel I4
_-__-___-_ Feb 16, 2015

so you want to do what static spark timing, or running spark timing, or cam timing? if confused, login to alldata.com and read the 2 chapter, spark or cam time, its all there , all the time. or tell engine and say here.

2 Related Answers

Anonymous

125 Answers

SOURCE: I would like to set the timing

Generally speaking for any cars it's relatively obvious to find out the distributor cap by following the path from any spark plug wire form the plug to its origin.

In your specific case I expect that you doesn't have traditional distribution cap meaning that you can't adjust the timing this task being assumed automatically by your vehicule PCM.

In any ways you will adjust the timing by the timing belt positionning unless the belt is bad and jumped. If it's the situation the belt has to be replaced and a new one installed with the proper cam and crank synchro.

Why would you like to set your timing? Is your check engine light turned on?
Let us know more about the symptoms.

Posted on Jan 13, 2010

Zaraki

834 Answers

SOURCE: blown head gasket, replaced and

The ignition timing is not adjusted with a timing light or with the engine running, and to set the ignition timing follow these procedures.

There is a mark or notch on the distributor housing that the rotor should be pointing to when the engine is on top dead center. This "static" timing is all that matters and the computer will be able to control the timing as long as the ignition rotor is in that position when the engine is at top dead center.

1. Place the engine at top dead center.

2. Look under the distributor cap and find where the number one terminal runs under the distributor cap, and where that position on the distributor cap corresponds with the distributor housing, and it should match up to a mark or a notch on the distributor housing indicating the number one position.

3. With the engine on top dead center the ignition rotor should be pointing to the number one mark or notch that is on the distributor housing, if it is not then loosen up the distributor and turn the distributor until the ignition rotor is pointing to the mark or notch on the distributor housing and then tighten down the distributor, the engine should now be static timed.

If the distributor can not be turned enough to align the ignition rotor with the number one mark on the distributor housing, or the distributor does not set properly and will not allow the installation of the spark plug wires then the distributor is not installed correctly and is most likely a tooth off and it will need to be re-installed correctly. (The distributor should set like it is shown in the firing order diagram when it is properly installed)

Let me know if you require a firing order diagram or any further assistance.

Posted on Sep 23, 2010

Add Your Answer

Upload

Upload an image from your computer

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

Loading...

Include an image. It's worth a thousand words.

prev next

Related Questions:

1 Answer

Setting timing on 1965 buick 300 ci motor

Window on distributor cap is to set dwell, not timing. You can set dwell by removing the distributor cap and gapping the points to specification, then verifying with a dwell meter. If dwell is off, remove the distributor cap and adjust as needed.
To set timing, use a timing light and highlight the appropriate mark on the harmonic damper (i.e., 8 degrees BTDC). With the vacuum line disconnected from the distributor, and the engine idling at the specified speed, view the timing with the timing light and adjust as necessary by rotating the distributor. Once set, tighten the distributor hold down bolt.

May 28, 2018 | Buick Cars & Trucks

1 Answer

Do I have to disconnect the vacuum advance on distributor first to set my ignition timing on a 69 ford p/u with a 360 cid motor ?

no
set the timing static on 10-12 degrees btdc and when it is idling it will be at that setting using a timing light

Dec 24, 2016 | Ford Cars & Trucks

1 Answer

How is ignition timing regulated? Car gets 99 BTDC on ignition timing and failed SMOG Test in CA. Listed as GROSS POLLUTER.

something wrong here
with 99 degrees btdc it will not run
have you got it on the correct plug lead
next the timing is regulated by centrifugal advance if electronic or points and by the crankshaft position sensor if ECM controlled ( some after market distributors that are used in place of points units have a small sensor in the distributor that can adjust the timing according to engine rpms, but it cannot make allowances for mixture and so they can advance the timing but not take into account anything else which sometimes results in detonation under certain throttle settings
so initial setting for most cars is 10-12 degrees btdc at idle and with engine rpms set up to 3000 rms it may advance to 25-30 degrees depending on the advance mechanisms
with ECM units the timing is controlled by the crank position sensor and is set to parameters according to engine rpms and air/fuel ratio settings but it still has a basic 10-12 degrees btdc on starting
to fail smog tests you probably do not have a working cat converter and other problems besides timing

Sep 15, 2016 | Cars & Trucks

1 Answer

How do i fix my ignition timing, it's 41 btdc & should be 8 btdc

you will need a timing light to be able to adjust the distributor to make the timing 8 btdc otherwise you have no other way of checking it .

Sep 17, 2014 | 1997 Nissan 200SX

1 Answer

Last week my check engine light came on. Drove to work and pulling into parking lot car stalled out. Started up after 2-3 tries. Drove home and car sputtered, jerked and would stall. Scan Code was 12. Took...

From a quick web search, code P0014 supposedly indicates a problem with the timing advance. I would check that the you have the base timing set correctly. The computer has to be in diagnostic mode when you check it, which requires putting a jumper across two wires at the diagnostic plug. Refer to a repair manual for directions on how to do this for your vehicle. The base timing should be 5 degrees before top dead center (BTDC) for cylinder 1 at sea level. Add 1 degree BTDC for each 1000 feet above sea level (if you're 3000 feet above sea level, base timing setting should be 8 degrees BTDC).

May 24, 2017 | 1994 Geo Prizm

3 Answers

How do u reset timing of distributor after replaceing it. on a ford e350 94'

You will need a timing light....Start the engine and allow it to warm to normal operating temperature....disconnect the vacuum adavance--then slowly rotate the distrubtor while using the timing light to set it.
The timing mark for top dead center will be on the harmonic balancer, the pointer will be attached to timing chain cover, Set the timing as follows per engine size.
5.0L- BTDC 10° ± 2°
5.8L- BTDC 10° ± 2°
7.5L- BTDC 10° ± 2°

Turn off the engine and tighten the distributor bolt. Recheck the timing to verify that the timing did not move while tightening the distributor. Replace the shorting bar or vacuum line.

I hope this helps,

Aug 25, 2011 | 2002 Ford E350

1 Answer

What is the timing for a 1990 F 150 4.9 ?

it should be 10 degrees BTDC, the big notch is 10 BTDC, the plug gap is .o44, 4.9 engine 1-5-3-6-2-4--distributer rotation: clockwise, what i do is take out #1 plug, use a straw or similar object and put it very carefully in #1 plug hole on top of piston when 1 is all the way up. rotor should be at #1 on distributor.. have a person turn crank on damper pully in front of engine, until the rotor is pointing to # 1 in distributor, from there you can set the base timing. have a good day !!

Nov 13, 2010 | 1990 Ford F150

3 Answers

I'm helping a buddy with his car. I was wondering what the base ignition timing is for a 1963 chevy Impala with a 327 and 2 speed powerglide.

the timing is 6 degrees before top dead center.

Nov 13, 2010 | 1983 Chevrolet Impala

2 Answers

We need the timing specs for and 86 2.3 ford mustang

Ignition timing should be set at 10 degrees BTDC (before top dead center), with vacuum advance hose disconnected and plugged, engine idling at 800 rpm or less.

Jan 10, 2010 | 1986 Ford Mustang

1 Answer

Set timing after replacing distributor

Ignition Timing

CAUTION: Parking brake control should be applied.
Depress the parking brake pedal, and warm the engine to the normal operating temperature.
Turn off all electrical loads.
Start the engine and rev it to 2000-3000 rpm two or three times and allow the engine to return to the idle.
Check the idle speed. The idle speed should be between 700-800 rpm in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) position.
NOTE: Make sure that the timing pointer is pointing to the 15° Before Top Dead Center (BTDC) mark on the crankshaft pulley. Each notch on the crankshaft pulley represents 5 degrees.
Check the ignition timing with a timing light.
If the marks are not aligned, loosen the distributor bolt and turn the distributor to make the adjustment. The ignition timing should be between 13°-17° BTDC.