Car engine ignition system Toyota Carina 5 (T170)

Ignition distributor
The ignition distributors on both engines are driven by the camshaft. The camshaft has a drive spline, and the ignition distributor has a driver that engages with the spline. On the 1.6 L engine, the ignition...

Ignition distributor maintenance
Regularly clean the distributor cap inside and out to remove traces of carbon deposits, dust and moisture. For cleaning, use a cloth soaked in gasoline. When cleaning, simultaneously check for cracks in the lid. If...

Removing and installing the ignition distributor
When removing the ignition distributor, it must be installed in the same position to maintain ignition timing adjustment. For this reason, mark all parts and, without cranking the engine, install the ignition...

Adjusting the ignition timing
The ignition timing is adjusted at idle speed. The idle speed and ignition timing values are contained in the sizing and adjustment tables. The gearbox, regardless of design, must be installed in the neutral position....

Spark plug
The spark plugs have a thread diameter of 14 mm. The table of sizes and adjustments recommends candles made in Japan, but candles from other manufacturers with the appropriate heat rating can also be used. The distance...

Sizing and Adjustment Charts — Ignition System
- 35-FE engine - 10 BTDC at idle speed (terminals "T" And "E1" short-circuited, See chapter 7.2 ) engine 4A-F/FE, without catalyst - 10 BTDC at max. 900 rpm, vacuum hose disconnected engine 4A-F/FE, with catalyst -10...