Distributor Timing

2001 MAZDA MILLENIA
130,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LAKEWOOD
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Is there a need to time the distributor/ignition on a 2001 Mazda 2.5 KL engine after re-installing it? If not, why are the mounting holes slotted?
Dec 31, 2010 at 2:14 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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You do have to set the base timing on the 2.5, do you require the procedure?

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Dec 31, 2010 at 4:07 PM
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LAKEWOOD
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That would great thanks. I am assuming I will need more than just the standard timing light. I used to have one mechanical distributor style engines - I assume it takes something a little more updated.
Jan 2, 2011 at 5:50 PM
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FIXITMR
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i would think there is a mark where bolt was tightened and to just put it back there? you also could have made a mark with a chisel or punch before you took it out?
Feb 16, 2011 at 3:02 AM
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