Date:         Sun, 09 Feb 1997 17:21:49 -0600
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From:         Larry Stichweh <LASTIC@WORLDNET.ATT.COM>
Subject:      Re: Major Hesitation and Power Loss

Joe Wagner wrote:
> 
> Does anyone know how to adjust the timing on an 85 Vanagon (Digijet).
> I have the Bentley manual, but can't find an actual description of the
> adjustment, just a measurement of the timing.  Is is simply rotating the
> distributer or is it done through the CPU?  The use of a timing light is
> described so I assume there is a mechanical adjustment.  Anyone know?
> 
>  Thanks,
>         James

I think you just loosen the distributer clamp down bolt and rotate the 
distributer assembly to get the timing mark in the right place with the 
strobe light.  Worked for me.

Larry

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