Porsche 914 Technical Information
Ignition Timing
| Ignition Timing 1. Check dwell angle, correcting to 44-50° if necessary. 2. Let engine run until warm. 3. Adjust ignition timing. The adjustment is made with a stroboscopic timing light with the engine oil temperature between 30-70° C / 86-158° F. The ignition timing notch must align with the reference point on the fan housing. |
| Engine | Ignition Timing | At rpm | Vacuum Hoses |
| 1.7 and 2.0 L | 27° btdc | 3500 | Disconnected |
| 1.8 L | 7.5° btdc | 800-900 | Disconnected |

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