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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1992CAPRICE WAGON RWD V8-305 5.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION TIMINGADJUSTMENTS
1992 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon RWD V8-305 5.0L
Ignition Timing: Adjustments
1992 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon RWD V8-305 5.0LSECTION Adjustments
Set timing under the following conditions:
1. Verify that no "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" light exists.
2. The vehicle should be running at normal operating temperature.
3. All engine loads should be "OFF."
4. The transmission should be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
5. The engine should be running at idle speed. See specifications.
The Adjustment Procedure is as follows:
1. Disconnect the SET TIMING connector (tan/black wire) located in the harness close to distributor. DO NOT disconnect the 4 wire connector at distributor. The "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" light will flash.
2. Connect a timing light inductive pick-up to the Number 1 spark plug wire, and inspect timing mark.
NOTE: Loosen the hold down bolt, and rotate the distributor to adjust timing. Tighten the hold down and recheck the timing.
3. Reconnect the SET TIMING connector, and clear the ECM by disconnecting the ECM power source, or disconnect the battery negative terminal for 30 seconds.
1. Verify that no "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" light exists.
2. The vehicle should be running at normal operating temperature.
3. All engine loads should be "OFF."
4. The transmission should be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
5. The engine should be running at idle speed. See specifications.
EST Bypass Connector:
The Adjustment Procedure is as follows:
1. Disconnect the SET TIMING connector (tan/black wire) located in the harness close to distributor. DO NOT disconnect the 4 wire connector at distributor. The "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" light will flash.
2. Connect a timing light inductive pick-up to the Number 1 spark plug wire, and inspect timing mark.
NOTE: Loosen the hold down bolt, and rotate the distributor to adjust timing. Tighten the hold down and recheck the timing.
3. Reconnect the SET TIMING connector, and clear the ECM by disconnecting the ECM power source, or disconnect the battery negative terminal for 30 seconds.
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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.