Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Ignition Timing - Poor Cold Driveability

86chrysler6

Models


1985 Colt Vista 4-Wheel Drive


Subject


Poor Cold Driveability


Index


DRIVEABILITY

Date


May 19, 1986

No.


18-28-86

P-1767C
SYMPTOM/CONDITION

Sag and/or poor driveability during second to third mile after cold start.

DIAGNOSIS

Be sure all systems are operating as designed, using proper diagnostic procedures. If no problems are found, make changes according to this procedure.

PARTS REQUIRED

1 Authorized Modification Label PN 4275086

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Advance basic timing to 8~ from 5~ BTDC.

FIGURE 1:




2. Type Authorized Modification Label, PN 4275086, as shown in Figure 1 and attach near VECI label.
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty

TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No. 08-15-76-90 0.2 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE: AM - Authorized Modification