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How to Check the Timing of a Fiat 16-Valve Engine

Model: Fiat Fiat Various
Part: Engine

This video shows how to check the timing of a Fiat 1.2 16-valve engine: first, insert the rods into the guides mounted in place of the spark plugs to see if the pistons are aligned, checking the marks above the hex nuts; then fit the gauges onto the camshafts to verify the timing (using the groove; they must fit perfectly, both at the front and the back). If all these elements align correctly with each other, it means that the engine's timing is perfect and the engine can operate without issues. It requires patience and great precision.

Updated on 13 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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