1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass timing

1992 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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URBANC71
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could the timing be so close that it looks like i have TDC but dont since it has coil packs do i still have an ignition control module?
Aug 9, 2009 at 5:47 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Put the engine no.1 piston on its compression/TDC pull the valve cover where no.1 cylinder and check both valves intake and exhaust for the no. 1 cylinder both should be closed. Now turn crank to align TDC/0.

The computer drives the DIS to fire the coil packs by sensing the CPS signal
Aug 9, 2009 at 6:23 PM
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