To set distributor timing on a VS 96 Golf 2.0, hook the timing gun up to the power. Ground the terminals on the battery and hook the sensor that accompanies the timing gun to the number one cylinder spark plug wire.
You have to set the belt timing in the VW Citi Golf 1300 without the markings.
Just to clarify the question, this is aking about static timing not dynamic with a strobe light.
it has a timing chain
To set the ignition timing on a 2002 VW Polo 1.4i, first ensure the engine is at operating temperature and the idle speed is correct. Disconnect the vacuum line from the distributor, then use a timing light to check the timing mark on the crankshaft pulley against the specified timing mark on the engine block. If the timing is off, loosen the distributor clamp and rotate it until the timing light indicates the correct timing, then retighten the distributor. Finally, reconnect the vacuum line and recheck the timing if necessary.
my 1997 vw golf does not want to start I change the Distributor and the coil and still won't start
Timing belt
Located on the distributor.
How do you set tension-er on vw jetta 1997
If your VW Golf engine cuts out, there may be an issue with the fuel filter or injectors. You might also have a problem with the distributor in the electrical system.
You can set it by ear by loosening the distributor hold down bolt and turning the distributor slowly back and forth with the car running until it sounds like it is running better. Or you can remove the 27mm hex plug on top of the transmission to reveal the timing marks and hook up an inductive timing light and set it that way.
I need to know how I can put back the timing belt on my VW golf, because I removed the distrubutior.