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Tune-Up Notes

NOTE: In order to comply with emission standards, specifications shown on engine compartment emission control tune-up decal must be used in all instances.
CAUTION: Before making a compression test or cranking engine with a remote starting switch, disconnect ignition switch connector (pink wire) from H.E.I, system distributor.
CAUTION: Do not remove spark plug wires with engine running. High Energy Ignition secondary voltage is higher than standard ignition systems and may inflict harmful electrical shock.
CAUTION: Damage to H.E.I, electronic module and/or ignition coil may result if "TACH" terminal, in distributor cap connector, is directly grounded.
ENGINE COMPRESSION

Compression Ratio
  4.1L (250") 8.5:1
  4.3L (260") 8.0:1
  4.4L (267") 8.3:1
  5.0L (305") 4-Bbl. 8.6:1
  5.0L (305") EFI 9.5:1
  5.0L (307") 8.5:1
  5.7L (350") 9.0:1
  6.0L (368") 8.2:1
Recommended Fuel Unleaded (87 AKI Minimum)
Compression Pressure (All) 120-160 psi
  Max. Variation Between Cylinders 30%

Test compression with engine warm, all spark plugs removed and throttle and choke valves wide open. Crank engine through at least four compression strokes.

NOTE: If using a remote starting switch, disconnect the ignition switch connector (pink wire) from H.E.I, distributor.
VALVE CLEARANCE

Hydraulic Lifters
  4.4L, 5.0L (305") & 5.7L 1 turn down from zero lash
  All Others Zero lash