I've been searching and reading up on other people's threads so please don't say, "Go search".
My knowledge is very basic but for argument sake let's say I'm a noob w/no knowledge because the following questions are going to sound very stupid and noobish.
First thing first, I got my timing belt kit and I plan on performing the job myself. I can do it if I have proper, basic, instructions.
So, let's move on to the questions:
#1: What is a mechanical timing? What exactly does this job entail? Is this a must if all I'm doing is replacing the timing belt, compressor belt, P/S belt, A/C belt, & water pump?
#2: How do I adjust the timing ignition? I understand I need to advance or retard the distributor or something like that. Is that correct? If so, how do I achieve this? I also understand I need to purchase a timing light but WTF do I do with the light? Shine it on the pulley/belt? What then? What am I looking for? Marks? Can't I see the marks using my flash light?
#3: My car is a D16Y7 (auto) and timing is stated at 12"+/-2....WTF does that mean?
Before you answer my questions, please give me step-by-step procedures or explanation cuz I'll tell you right now I'll ask more (dumb) questions.
As mentioned I've read other threads and even looked at the diagrams but they are still not that clear to me.
TIA for all your help guys.
My knowledge is very basic but for argument sake let's say I'm a noob w/no knowledge because the following questions are going to sound very stupid and noobish.
First thing first, I got my timing belt kit and I plan on performing the job myself. I can do it if I have proper, basic, instructions.
So, let's move on to the questions:
#1: What is a mechanical timing? What exactly does this job entail? Is this a must if all I'm doing is replacing the timing belt, compressor belt, P/S belt, A/C belt, & water pump?
#2: How do I adjust the timing ignition? I understand I need to advance or retard the distributor or something like that. Is that correct? If so, how do I achieve this? I also understand I need to purchase a timing light but WTF do I do with the light? Shine it on the pulley/belt? What then? What am I looking for? Marks? Can't I see the marks using my flash light?
#3: My car is a D16Y7 (auto) and timing is stated at 12"+/-2....WTF does that mean?
Before you answer my questions, please give me step-by-step procedures or explanation cuz I'll tell you right now I'll ask more (dumb) questions.
As mentioned I've read other threads and even looked at the diagrams but they are still not that clear to me.TIA for all your help guys.
