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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998EXPRESS 1 TON VAN V8-5.7L VIN RREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMADJUSTMENTS
1998 Chevrolet Express 1 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN R
Ignition System: Adjustments
1998 Chevrolet Express 1 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN RSECTION Adjustments
CAMSHAFT RETARD OFFSET ADJUSTMENT
TEST PROCEDURE
The ignition timing cannot be adjusted. The distributor may need adjusting to prevent crossfire. To insure proper alignment of the distributor, perform the following:
1. With the ignition OFF, install a scan tool to the DLC.
2. Start the engine and bring to normal operating temperature.
IMPORTANT: Cam Retard Offset reading will not be accurate below 1000 RPM.
3. Increase engine speed to 1000 RPM.
4. Monitor the Cam Retard Offset.
5. If the Cam Retard indicates a value of 0° +/-2°, the distributor is properly adjusted.
6. If the Cam Retard does not indicate 0° +/-2°, the distributor must be adjusted.
ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
1. With the engine OFF, slightly loosen the distributor hold down bolt.
IMPORTANT: Cam Retard Offset reading will not be accurate below 1000 RPM.
2. Start the engine and raise engine speed to 1000 RPM.
3. Using a scan tool monitor Cam Retard Offset.
4. Rotate the distributor as follows:
4.1. To compensate for a negative reading, rotate the distributor in the counterclockwise direction.
4.2. To compensate for a positive reading, rotate the distributor in the clockwise direction.
5. Repeat step 4 until 0° +/-2°, is obtained.
6. Turn the ignition OFF.
7. Tighten the distributor hold-down bolt to 3 Nm (25 lb. ft.).
8. Start the engine, raise engine speed to 1000 RPM and recheck Camshaft Retard Offset.
Description:
TEST PROCEDURE
The ignition timing cannot be adjusted. The distributor may need adjusting to prevent crossfire. To insure proper alignment of the distributor, perform the following:
1. With the ignition OFF, install a scan tool to the DLC.
2. Start the engine and bring to normal operating temperature.
IMPORTANT: Cam Retard Offset reading will not be accurate below 1000 RPM.
3. Increase engine speed to 1000 RPM.
4. Monitor the Cam Retard Offset.
5. If the Cam Retard indicates a value of 0° +/-2°, the distributor is properly adjusted.
6. If the Cam Retard does not indicate 0° +/-2°, the distributor must be adjusted.
ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
1. With the engine OFF, slightly loosen the distributor hold down bolt.
IMPORTANT: Cam Retard Offset reading will not be accurate below 1000 RPM.
2. Start the engine and raise engine speed to 1000 RPM.
3. Using a scan tool monitor Cam Retard Offset.
4. Rotate the distributor as follows:
4.1. To compensate for a negative reading, rotate the distributor in the counterclockwise direction.
4.2. To compensate for a positive reading, rotate the distributor in the clockwise direction.
5. Repeat step 4 until 0° +/-2°, is obtained.
6. Turn the ignition OFF.
7. Tighten the distributor hold-down bolt to 3 Nm (25 lb. ft.).
8. Start the engine, raise engine speed to 1000 RPM and recheck Camshaft Retard Offset.
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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.