10 year old video. Don't have an Acura. Don't have a timing gun. Still watching during 2020 Pandemic because Eric is cool and better than anything on TV!
@zengutsu You don't line up marks with the valve cover but rather the lower timing belt cover and the crank pulley. You can set your light at 16º and look for the single white mark or you could leave your light on 0º and look for the 3 marks on the crank pulley to line up with lower cover.
@mrrrxxxxx Yes, you do. If you were not replacing the distributor and just removing it to do a coil or igniter you could mark the location before you removed it and put it back where it was but if you are changing the distributor you won't know where to set it so you have to do a timing adjustment at that time.
I cannot thank you enough for this video and this awesome explanation. A technician came to my home and adjusted my mom's civic timing with a non-adjustable timing light a few weeks ago. I don't think he did the right thing. I'm going to check this as soon as I can. Thanks Eric for all the help you bring to us.
@chaiboy510 It could be a problem with the idle control circuit or a mixture problem. Look for vacuum leaks as well as any exhaust leaks before the O2 sensor to start. You also might consider replacing or cleaning the idle air control valve.
@MegaMarshal Crank pulley? If that is what you are referring to probably not as I think they are the same. You really don't want to swap those from one engine to another however as they are a balanced assembly.
@axenz1 From the sound of it I think your in time. When you set your light to 0º it should come up in the middle of the 3 marks, when you set it to 16º it should come up with the single white mark.
@MegaMarshal I'm really not sure what the benefit of doing such a swap would be but the only way to know if a rotating assembly is properly balanced is to have a machine shop check it.
@chaiboy510 It's probably more likely that the current draw from the shorted heater was messing up the computers reference voltage to other components but if the sensor fixed the problem then it's fixed. Thanks for the update.
@miuelevol You usually don't have to do anything to timing as it really doesn't go out unless you replace the distributor as I did in another video. If your going to just take out the distributor for service you can mark it's location before removal so you can get it back in time easy when you reinstall it.
@HBGAH The set up on that engine is the same as this one and I think if you look closely it will say follow the service procedure under the timing adjustment, this is the service procedure. I will say that if the car suddenly got 'sluggish' then it's probably not the timing as that normally remains fairly constant, go ahead a check the timing but in your case I would keep looking for another cause.
@chillincruisin High voltage electricity (which is what the secondary ignition system consists of) carries with it a large magnetic field which you can not insulate against, that magnetic field is picked up by the lead placed on the #1 spark plug wire and directly corresponds to the firing of #1 cylinder.
@bliane386 I think you probably lost the key when you removed the pulley. You will notice a small notch in the crank and one also in the pulley, there is suppose to be a key that goes into this area to locate the pulley on the crank.
@hgortermarof How do you plan to transfer that mark to the new distributor? If you were using the same distributor you could do that but if you are replacing it it's not possible and just easier to time the engine after you have installed the new distributor.
@joelkarlonas If you take the cap off and see orange dust inside the distributor then replace the distributor and see if the other problems still exist, I suspect they will go away.
@Dantesdoom To be honest I don't know the specifics on that engine or that tensioner but if it's a sealed tensioner then it should not compress down when sitting overnight, if it does I would replace it personally. Good luck.
@Michiganborn1969 That was just to alert those with a non-adjustable light that things were OK with the light they had and to inform those with an adjustable light to just leave it on 0. Sorry if I messed you up. :)
@chaiboy510 In 14 years of working on Hondas I have yet to see a fuel filter cause that problem. Try wiggling your key in the ignition to see if the car stalls, if it does then replace the electrical portion of the ignition switch. If that is not the case then you need to determine what is missing when the car stalls, spark or fuel, once you find out the missing component you will be able to solve the problem.
@tubefreak90 It does matter, what you are doing is completing the electrical connection, if you don't have an electrical connection then you will not be able to adjust timing correctly.
@papercut1987 Yea the paint comes off the marks easily but the notches should still be there. You might find them on the pulley and pain them yourself with a little white paint to make them easier to see with the light.
@wpk24rsx As long as you get it close it should be OK, in other words 'within the 2 outer lines' it will be timed. I'm really not a fan of aftermarket distributors for Hondas though as I've seen a few problems with them in the past.
@jtoplinerc I strongly recommend you watch the video again as I go through a detailed explanation of what marks to look at when performing the timing adjustment, the Civic is pretty much the same set up as this Integra BTW. Good luck.
@davidzzz94 No, that sounds more like a slipping transmission. Make sure you use Honda fluid only and check the level with the engine off on level ground to get the proper level.
Greetings from INDIA.. Eric my Man... you are the best... i got so confused on what exactly is timing light doing... I really appreciate all the pain and effort taken to explain Novice DIY'ers Thank a lot
@jdmlov3 You will still need to set base timing, the computer can only adjust timing so much. Make sure you follow this procedure or you will not be successful however.
@MyAztecs I'd be looking to the ignition components first. You might try spraying the components with water at idle to see if it starts to miss, this may help you find the fault. It's also very important to use the correct plugs, NGK or Nippon Denso only.
@thebanjoboy666 Yea the biggest problem with that model was the rust that would happen around where the springs would attach to the body, other than that they last forever.
@silverlight76 It does give you more options but these days most ignition systems don't even use a distributor and can not be timed using a light as a result, I would keep in mind your usage before spending the extra money.
@davidzzz94 No but it's a good place to start if it's a known problem. Diagnosis is often a process of elimination and the best place to start is with the known problems.
+EricTheCarGuy You did such a great job of going into detail about the timing and going the extra mile to show the crank pully and talk about the red and white lines, you sir have earned a new subscriber
@mrrrxxxxx No, I think your throttle cable might be misadjusted. Also I just thought of something, are you sure the noise is not coming from the clutch and not the timing belt area? I've heard some noisy throw out bearings in my day that made a whining noise. Also if you don't get the timing cover on just right sometimes it will make contact with the moving belt.
@red666A I don't have a brand in mind of that is what you are asking, they really aren't that sophisticated and there are a lot of good ones out there, find one that fits your budget.
@000030stephen There is no adjustment, in fact on many late model distributor engines you need to adjust the timing with a scanner. Adjusting timing for the most part is a thing of the past.
@jtoplinerc Now I realize that you are not setting ignition timing but mechanical timing. Use the white mark on the crank and make sure the cam sprocket has the mark 'up' pointing upward when you line the marks up. Good luck.
@john1989100 Have you checked the cap and rotor for voltage leak problems or carbon tracking? You might also do a compression test to rule out a mechanical issue.
@thanh20 That's normal, the reason you jump the connector is to take the computer out of the timing circuit as you make your adjustment, when you pulled the jumper the computer took control again. This is why it's referred to as "base timing" because the computer advances and retards from base timing depending on engine load and condition, you set timing with the computer controls disabled.
@nico27004 You always need to make sure it's in time but for best results consult with the service manual for the service procedure of the vehicle you are working on.
@red666A Timing would have nothing to do with that so you could rule that out. You might be looking to the idle control circuits and for vacuum leaks. Start with any check engine lights if you have any.
@rockyjr82 For a short period of time I don't think that would be damaging. Ignition timing really won't cause a miss however as that would be something else.
@mrrrxxxxx I did this because I replaced the distributor. For the most part you should never really have to worry about ignition timing. On this car it will change as the timing belt wears but by the time you change it it's back in spec. Great question BTW.
@davidzzz94 You didn't specify the type of transmission sorry. Sorry to hear your having trouble with the video, click the support email link on the Fix It page and email me directly and I will get you taken care of.
@andrewmylyf As stated in the video you want to check the service procedure for your particular vehicle before you adjust the timing as there are many different procedures for many different types of engines.
Best TH-cam video on this 💯 for the CR-V the plug to short out is on the right side of the radio, by the floor. It felt like my car gained 15 hp! It runs really well now! Thank you!
@nico27004 No, the keyway is offset so it's not necessary to put the engine in time before removing it. You might want to watch the video that I did on replacing the distributor in this car for more details.
@branco445 I recommend watching the video I did on the Civic timing belt replacement as setting the timing on that engine is very similar to how you set it on yours.
Thanks for the very informative video! I have to replace the distributor on my 90 Integra and I'm a little afraid of the ignition timing. Your video was helpful but I think I am going to have a friend show me exactly how to do it.
@1deedeedee1 You probably should check it as you may not notice detonation or preignition but it can damage the engine just the same. Also, how do you know that your getting full power from your new parts?
@200996 Ignition timing is hardly ever a problem these days. I would first look to the ignition system (use NGK or Nippon Denso plugs only), if I didn't find a problem there I would adjust the valves and check the EGR system for clogs.
@vontristan19 Put the old injectors back in. The only reason you would need larger injectors is if you modified the engine, putting larger injectors in a "normal" engine will just add too much fuel and cause problems.
@EricTheCarGuy I've set the timing and I'll go back in to the shop tomorrow afternoon. I had 133 hydrocarbons on the lowspeed test and 100 was the limit. I also failed the timing section, but now it should pass. I'll let you know. Thanks for the help.
@psychoninja911 I don't recommend trying to set the timing, it really shouldn't change over the life of the car, the only instance where it would be necessary is if you removed or replaced the distributor and even then you could mark the location of the distributor before removal and install it in the same orientation. They mark TDC on the crank so that it is easier to see with the timing light I suspect If you do move the dist it might do more harm than good honestly.
@Michiganborn1969 I've heard of this before and if I remember correctly you need to take it to the dealer to have it retimed. Apparently with a GM scan tool you can correct the problem. But also make darn sure you have it in there correctly.
10 year old video. Don't have an Acura. Don't have a timing gun. Still watching during 2020 Pandemic because Eric is cool and better than anything on TV!
Thank you for literally being the only person on TH-cam that really explains what you're doing/trying to accomplish
Eric you are the best teacher I've had in my life, if it weren't for you i'd be flipping burgers instead of working as a mechanic.
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10 years later eric still helps! Also i wish you prosperity in your mechanic career. 🔥
@zengutsu You don't line up marks with the valve cover but rather the lower timing belt cover and the crank pulley. You can set your light at 16º and look for the single white mark or you could leave your light on 0º and look for the 3 marks on the crank pulley to line up with lower cover.
I'm so glad this popped up when I searched for setting timing on Honda. All the other videos just suck. Thank you Eric!
@mrrrxxxxx Yes, you do. If you were not replacing the distributor and just removing it to do a coil or igniter you could mark the location before you removed it and put it back where it was but if you are changing the distributor you won't know where to set it so you have to do a timing adjustment at that time.
@andrewmylyf You may want to watch the video again, that is the check connector that disables the computer control of the ignition system.
@quebecsupervirus I'm happy to help, thanks for the comment.
I cannot thank you enough for this video and this awesome explanation. A technician came to my home and adjusted my mom's civic timing with a non-adjustable timing light a few weeks ago. I don't think he did the right thing. I'm going to check this as soon as I can. Thanks Eric for all the help you bring to us.
@MilanoRedSI Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment.
@MattTrevett Timing is everything when it comes to emissions so it's VERY important to have correct base timing for good emissions readings.
@chaiboy510 It could be a problem with the idle control circuit or a mixture problem. Look for vacuum leaks as well as any exhaust leaks before the O2 sensor to start. You also might consider replacing or cleaning the idle air control valve.
@DC2Kid1224 Same as this one, it still has the connector under the dash just like this one.
@MegaMarshal Crank pulley? If that is what you are referring to probably not as I think they are the same. You really don't want to swap those from one engine to another however as they are a balanced assembly.
@TheEsevee That is true, thanks for the comment.
@teamshinobi Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment.
@axenz1 From the sound of it I think your in time. When you set your light to 0º it should come up in the middle of the 3 marks, when you set it to 16º it should come up with the single white mark.
@crisv626 It could be that you were not on the right connector or you weren't making a good connection.
@MegaMarshal I'm really not sure what the benefit of doing such a swap would be but the only way to know if a rotating assembly is properly balanced is to have a machine shop check it.
@Amopower I would say the ENGINE is mechanically out of time and you should check the timing marks on the crank and cam to see if they are lined up.
@chaiboy510 It's probably more likely that the current draw from the shorted heater was messing up the computers reference voltage to other components but if the sensor fixed the problem then it's fixed. Thanks for the update.
@miuelevol You usually don't have to do anything to timing as it really doesn't go out unless you replace the distributor as I did in another video. If your going to just take out the distributor for service you can mark it's location before removal so you can get it back in time easy when you reinstall it.
@Usernamebreh They are much less expensive from other suppliers so you might want to check around a bit.
@HBGAH The set up on that engine is the same as this one and I think if you look closely it will say follow the service procedure under the timing adjustment, this is the service procedure. I will say that if the car suddenly got 'sluggish' then it's probably not the timing as that normally remains fairly constant, go ahead a check the timing but in your case I would keep looking for another cause.
@chillincruisin High voltage electricity (which is what the secondary ignition system consists of) carries with it a large magnetic field which you can not insulate against, that magnetic field is picked up by the lead placed on the #1 spark plug wire and directly corresponds to the firing of #1 cylinder.
@bliane386 Nope, that is what the woodruff key is for, the crank pulley can only be installed in one spot, if installed correctly.
@authmaax Indeed they do. Thanks for the comment.
@bliane386 I think you probably lost the key when you removed the pulley. You will notice a small notch in the crank and one also in the pulley, there is suppose to be a key that goes into this area to locate the pulley on the crank.
@hgortermarof The problem is that the bearing failed in the old housing.
@hgortermarof How do you plan to transfer that mark to the new distributor? If you were using the same distributor you could do that but if you are replacing it it's not possible and just easier to time the engine after you have installed the new distributor.
@davidzzz94 Any exhaust leaks before the O2 sensor will cause the mix to be off, thus the hesitation.
@joelkarlonas If you take the cap off and see orange dust inside the distributor then replace the distributor and see if the other problems still exist, I suspect they will go away.
@Dantesdoom To be honest I don't know the specifics on that engine or that tensioner but if it's a sealed tensioner then it should not compress down when sitting overnight, if it does I would replace it personally. Good luck.
@Michiganborn1969 That was just to alert those with a non-adjustable light that things were OK with the light they had and to inform those with an adjustable light to just leave it on 0. Sorry if I messed you up. :)
@zbenes6741 Glad you like them, thanks for the comment.
@gefallt I try not to take myself too seriously. Thanks for the comment.
@chaiboy510 In 14 years of working on Hondas I have yet to see a fuel filter cause that problem. Try wiggling your key in the ignition to see if the car stalls, if it does then replace the electrical portion of the ignition switch. If that is not the case then you need to determine what is missing when the car stalls, spark or fuel, once you find out the missing component you will be able to solve the problem.
@tubefreak90 It does matter, what you are doing is completing the electrical connection, if you don't have an electrical connection then you will not be able to adjust timing correctly.
@MrSinn666 Those are fun to work on, I kinda miss making adjustments to make things run better, these days it's just replacing parts, boring.
@unknownally Glad I could help, thanks for the comment.
@sixwhip14 Good luck and thanks for the comment.
@papercut1987 Yea the paint comes off the marks easily but the notches should still be there. You might find them on the pulley and pain them yourself with a little white paint to make them easier to see with the light.
@wpk24rsx As long as you get it close it should be OK, in other words 'within the 2 outer lines' it will be timed. I'm really not a fan of aftermarket distributors for Hondas though as I've seen a few problems with them in the past.
@jtoplinerc I strongly recommend you watch the video again as I go through a detailed explanation of what marks to look at when performing the timing adjustment, the Civic is pretty much the same set up as this Integra BTW. Good luck.
@Jak3Mac Awesome, thanks for the comment.
I advanced the timing to the maximum setting on my 1998 Mazda Protege.
A short video is on my page.
@davidzzz94 No, that sounds more like a slipping transmission. Make sure you use Honda fluid only and check the level with the engine off on level ground to get the proper level.
@fixinggrace Indeed, how lucky was I to have one that would work though? I'll take em when I can get em. Thanks for the comment.
Greetings from INDIA..
Eric my Man... you are the best... i got so confused on what exactly is timing light doing...
I really appreciate all the pain and effort taken to explain Novice DIY'ers
Thank a lot
@jdmlov3 You will still need to set base timing, the computer can only adjust timing so much. Make sure you follow this procedure or you will not be successful however.
@MyAztecs I'd be looking to the ignition components first. You might try spraying the components with water at idle to see if it starts to miss, this may help you find the fault. It's also very important to use the correct plugs, NGK or Nippon Denso only.
@Dantesdoom If it's new and your belt deflection is good I would say that you are done and it's time to put it back together.
@ElCompaBudah If you know your engine is out of time mechanically I recommend you correct that and then recheck for the issue that you are having.
@thebanjoboy666 Yea the biggest problem with that model was the rust that would happen around where the springs would attach to the body, other than that they last forever.
@grock1980 I hope to get back into my weekly Wednesday posting once I get past this busy month. Thanks for the comment.
@silverlight76 It does give you more options but these days most ignition systems don't even use a distributor and can not be timed using a light as a result, I would keep in mind your usage before spending the extra money.
@davidzzz94 No but it's a good place to start if it's a known problem. Diagnosis is often a process of elimination and the best place to start is with the known problems.
+EricTheCarGuy You did such a great job of going into detail about the timing and going the extra mile to show the crank pully and talk about the red and white lines, you sir have earned a new subscriber
@mrrrxxxxx No, I think your throttle cable might be misadjusted. Also I just thought of something, are you sure the noise is not coming from the clutch and not the timing belt area? I've heard some noisy throw out bearings in my day that made a whining noise. Also if you don't get the timing cover on just right sometimes it will make contact with the moving belt.
@red666A I don't have a brand in mind of that is what you are asking, they really aren't that sophisticated and there are a lot of good ones out there, find one that fits your budget.
@zengutsu Your welcome, thanks for watching.
@000030stephen There is no adjustment, in fact on many late model distributor engines you need to adjust the timing with a scanner. Adjusting timing for the most part is a thing of the past.
@boost3782 Helping people is what I like to do, thanks for your comment.
@ncautoman57 To be honest I don't miss the dealer I used to work for one bit, I miss some of the people I used to work with though.
@jtoplinerc Now I realize that you are not setting ignition timing but mechanical timing. Use the white mark on the crank and make sure the cam sprocket has the mark 'up' pointing upward when you line the marks up. Good luck.
@MattTrevett I don't know what vehicle your working on but it might benefit from an O2 sensor to help get the HC down.
@alcor4ever If you mark it before you remove it no, just line the marks back up and you should be fine.
@Michiganborn1969 I'm not sure if your plan will work if I'm honest, I think you have to find someone with a Tech-1.
@john1989100 Have you checked the cap and rotor for voltage leak problems or carbon tracking? You might also do a compression test to rule out a mechanical issue.
@snakev10v5 Not sure but thanks for watching.
@tubefreak90 You can use a paper clip or a small piece of wire to do the same thing.
@thanh20 That's normal, the reason you jump the connector is to take the computer out of the timing circuit as you make your adjustment, when you pulled the jumper the computer took control again. This is why it's referred to as "base timing" because the computer advances and retards from base timing depending on engine load and condition, you set timing with the computer controls disabled.
@nico27004 You always need to make sure it's in time but for best results consult with the service manual for the service procedure of the vehicle you are working on.
@beefystik Excellent suggestion thanks for the comment.
@gst69man Thanks for the comment, the one's like yours are the best.
@jhndick1 Nope, lots of manufacturers have gone to that set up, if that is the case you can not 'time' the engine in the way I show in this video.
@red666A Timing would have nothing to do with that so you could rule that out. You might be looking to the idle control circuits and for vacuum leaks. Start with any check engine lights if you have any.
@rockyjr82 For a short period of time I don't think that would be damaging. Ignition timing really won't cause a miss however as that would be something else.
@mrrrxxxxx I did this because I replaced the distributor. For the most part you should never really have to worry about ignition timing. On this car it will change as the timing belt wears but by the time you change it it's back in spec. Great question BTW.
@davidzzz94 You didn't specify the type of transmission sorry. Sorry to hear your having trouble with the video, click the support email link on the Fix It page and email me directly and I will get you taken care of.
@andrewmylyf As stated in the video you want to check the service procedure for your particular vehicle before you adjust the timing as there are many different procedures for many different types of engines.
These old videos will always be my faves, Eric. Thank you so much for everything you've done.
@wpk24rsx Did you perform the timing procedure as shown in this video? If not you will not be able to set the timing correctly.
Best TH-cam video on this 💯 for the CR-V the plug to short out is on the right side of the radio, by the floor. It felt like my car gained 15 hp! It runs really well now! Thank you!
@nico27004 No, the keyway is offset so it's not necessary to put the engine in time before removing it. You might want to watch the video that I did on replacing the distributor in this car for more details.
@branco445 I recommend watching the video I did on the Civic timing belt replacement as setting the timing on that engine is very similar to how you set it on yours.
Thanks for the very informative video! I have to replace the distributor on my 90 Integra and I'm a little afraid of the ignition timing. Your video was helpful but I think I am going to have a friend show me exactly how to do it.
@Red88Rex Good luck and don't forget to short that connector.
@psychoninja911 Well first I need to know what kind of car your working on.
@1deedeedee1 You probably should check it as you may not notice detonation or preignition but it can damage the engine just the same. Also, how do you know that your getting full power from your new parts?
@MattTrevett You might want to check for vacuum leaks as that can also send the mixture rich. Good luck and thanks for the update.
@200996 Ignition timing is hardly ever a problem these days. I would first look to the ignition system (use NGK or Nippon Denso plugs only), if I didn't find a problem there I would adjust the valves and check the EGR system for clogs.
@vontristan19 Put the old injectors back in. The only reason you would need larger injectors is if you modified the engine, putting larger injectors in a "normal" engine will just add too much fuel and cause problems.
@EricTheCarGuy I've set the timing and I'll go back in to the shop tomorrow afternoon. I had 133 hydrocarbons on the lowspeed test and 100 was the limit. I also failed the timing section, but now it should pass. I'll let you know. Thanks for the help.
@psychoninja911 I don't recommend trying to set the timing, it really shouldn't change over the life of the car, the only instance where it would be necessary is if you removed or replaced the distributor and even then you could mark the location of the distributor before removal and install it in the same orientation. They mark TDC on the crank so that it is easier to see with the timing light I suspect If you do move the dist it might do more harm than good honestly.
@davidzzz94 Have you checked timing both mechanical and ignition?
Dude, you have saved my life, I kept ignoring the ECU bypass... it says it right here on the Haynes. First step. lol
@sprydo7 Awesome, thanks for the comment.
@Michiganborn1969 I've heard of this before and if I remember correctly you need to take it to the dealer to have it retimed. Apparently with a GM scan tool you can correct the problem. But also make darn sure you have it in there correctly.
@heliraisers9 Thanks for the comment.
@gnccracer16 It came with the car, personally I'm not into "flash" especially when it comes to my engine. Good eye.