How do you set the timing on a 009 distributor?
You HAVE to set this distributor using a stroboscopic timing light at 28-32 degrees at 3500rpm. The 009 distributors vary a lot from one to another (cheap build), and the maximum advance is more important than the idle advance. So you set the maximum advance and then let the idle timing fall where it may.
How do you test a VW Beetle coil?
Use an Ohmmeter to test the coil. Place the red or black lead from the meter to the center of the coil (secondary post), and to either one of the terminals, 1 or 15 on the coil. A reading of 9,500 – 10,000 Ohms, sometimes less, indicates a good coil.
How do you know if you have a 009 distributor?
An 009 is just any SVDA or DVDA distributor that has been stripped of its can(s) and the original moveable breaker plate. So in a backwards sort of way you are right.
Can you test a ignition Control Module?
Can you test an ignition control module? Yes, You can definitely test an ignition control module and using a multimeter is one of the fastest way to do so. What does the ignition control module do? The Ignition Control Module or ICM is nothing more than a switch per se that turns the ignition system “On” or “Off”.
What are the signs of bad ignition coil?
If your car is experiencing any of the problems listed below, you may have a faulty ignition coil on your hands:
- Engine misfires.
- Rough idle.
- A decrease in car power, especially in acceleration.
- Poor fuel economy.
- Difficulty starting the engine.
- Check engine light is on.
- Exhaust backfiring.
- Increased hydrocarbon emissions.
What’s the static timing on a Volkswagen Beetle?
Standard Beetle timing is 7.5 btdc at idle or static, static is set not running using a bulb. I’m familiar with how to do both static and strobe settings but don’t understand the 2 figures I have .
What should the distributor timing be on a VW?
Run the engine up to the point where the distributor’s advance mechanisms are at full advance as evidenced by the strobe light. Twist the distributor body to set the timing. This is generally set at between 30 – 32 degrees BTDC (but no more than 32 degrees) for most configurations, including the Bosch 009.
Can a volt meter be used to set ignition timing?
The steps for using a volt meter to set your ignition timing are the same as those for using a test lamp. Instead of watching for the test light to come on you will be watching for a voltage reading on the meter. When the contact points are closed the meter should show 0. When the points begin to open voltage will be indicated on the meter.
How do you know if your VW engine is timed?
Tighten your distributor clamp. Test your good work by turning the engine 90 degrees (1/4 turn) Counter clockwise and slowly turning it back clockwise. The light should come back on JUST as the degree mark in which you previously had the crank set to gets to the case half. If it does, your engine is now timed.