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How to Time the Engine of the Classic Fiat 500

Model: Fiat 500 Epoca - Years: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968
Part: Checks and maintenance

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This guide will show you the information needed to time the engine of the classic Fiat 500. First, open the rear bonnet and locate the distributor, which controls the spark sent to the spark plugs for combustion. To time the engine, a stroboscopic lamp is necessary, although you can also time it using the references marked on the distributor and the engine casing.

By removing the distributor cover, you can adjust the points as indicated in the instruction manual, following the video tutorial to the end.


Updated on 30 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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