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AUTOMOTIVE TIMING

LIGHT - XENON

ASSEMBLY and OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

Visit our Web site at http://www.harborfreight.com

For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353

Model 03343

®

Copyright © 2003 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this

manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form

without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools .

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Save This Manual

You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions,

operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this

manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and

invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

WARNING: When using tool, basic safety precautions should always be followed to

reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.

Read all instructions before using this tool!

1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2. Observe work area conditions. Do not use the timing light in damp or wet locations.

Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lighted. Do not use electrically powered

tools in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.

3. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let

them handle the timing light.

4. Store idle equipment. When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry location to

inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.

5. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small tool or

attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain

applications for which this tool was designed. It will do the job better

and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do not modify this

tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.

6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in

moving parts. Protective, electrically non-conductive clothes and non-skid footwear

are recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.

7. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles.

8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over

or across running machines.

Overall Dimensions 7.5” L x 2” Dia. and a 3.5” Handle Grip

Lead Length 4 Feet

Features: Xenon bulb, Clamp on inductive pick up, automatic reverse polarity, overload

protection, trigger activated pistol grip

Specifications

WARNING!! Do not work in a closed garage. A vehicle’s engine while running

produces carbon monoxide. Work in a well ventilated area to avoid carbon monoxide

poisoning. Carbon Monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause serious

injury or death if inhaled.

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9. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean for better and safer performance. Inspect

tool cords periodically, and if damaged, have them repaired by an authorized

technician. The handles must be kept clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all

times.

10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool

when you are tired.

11. Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged

should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its

intended function. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts

or mounting fixtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any

part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified

technician. Do not use the tool if the trigger does not turn On and Off properly.

12. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as

pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.

13. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical

replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories

intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories are available from Harbor

Freight Tools.

14. Do not operate tool is under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning

labels if taking prescription medicine to determine if your judgement or reflexes are

impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the Timing Light.

15. Maintenance. For your safety, maintenance should be performed regularly by a

qualified technician.

Note: Performance of this tool (if powered by line voltage) may vary depending on varia-

tions in local line voltage. Extension cord usage may also affect tool performance.

Warning: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual

cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be under-

stood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be

built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

Do not use the Timing Light if any of the wires are frayed or torn.

Warning! Whenever using the Timing Light, make sure your vehicle is in gear or park,

and the emergency brake is engaged. Park your vehicle on a flat, dry, level surface

when doing any vehicle maintenance.

Unpacking

When unpacking, check to make sure the parts listed on page 7 are included. If any parts

are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this

manual as soon as possible.

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Timing Light Basics

Automobile engines work by mixing air, fuel and a spark to ignite the fuel/air mixture,

creating an explosion, that powers the vehicle. Maximum power from the explosion must

be delivered to the engine at a precise instant. Attaining that precise instant is called

“Timing”. Timing is essential to fuel economy and power. Automobile engine

manufacturers determine the exact timing necessary for every engine they build. Normal

engine and ignition system wear causes the timing to change, reducing both fuel efficiency

and power..

Engine manufacturers use two terms when describing timing, “advanced” and

“retarded”. Timing is advanced when the spark occurs before the piston reaches the top of

a cylinder. Timing is retarded when the spark occurs after the piston has started down in

the cylinder. Timing is changed by adjusting the ignition distributor. To set timing, the

engine manufacturer provides “timing marks” on either the engines vibration damper, fan

pulley, or on the engine flywheel. Read your vehicle’s manual or contact the

manufacturer for the location of timing marks on your engine. Also, refer to your

vehicle’s manual or contact the manufacturer for the timing specifications for your

particular engine.

Preparation for timing

1. Locate your engine’s timing mark by referring to the vehicle’s engine manual or

contacting the manufacturer.

2. Refer to your vehicle’s manual or contact the manufacturer for the timing specifications

for your particular engine.

3. Start the engine and run the engine until achieving normal operating temperature. This

may take from 10-15 minutes. Stop engine.

4. If your vehicle specifications and instructions require it, locate the vacuum line that

attaches to the ignition distributor vacuum advance and disconnect the line and plug the

end of it. A golf tee or small pencil may be used to plug the line.

5. Connect the timing light by one of the two options below, as shown in FIGURE 1.

6. Start the engine and operate it at normal speed.

Warning! Be careful working around the engine while the engine is running. Moving belts

and the fan can cause severe injury if contacted. Metal engine parts release tremendous

heat. Do not come in contact with any part of the engine with your hands or body.

Operation

Note: The timing light must be connected to the spark plug for engine cylinder number 1.

Refer to the manufacturer’s specifications to determine the proper plug. See FIGURE 4.

Note: The Inductive Clamp (#4) is used to pick up the spark through the wire or by clamping

directly to the plug, as shown in FIGURE 1.

Inductive

Clamp Inductive

Clamp

Black Clamp

(Negative)

Red Clamp

(Positive)

Black Clamp

(Negative)

#1 Spark Plug

Red Clamp

(Positive)

#1 Spark Plug

INDUCTIVE PICK UP DIRECT HOOK UP

To Timing Light

To Timing Light

FIGURE 1

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Operation (continued)

7. Squeeze the trigger on the timing light and direct the flash onto the engine timing marks to

obtain a reading. Compare the reading from the timing mark to the reading in the

manufacturer’s specifications. If the timing does not match with the timing listed in the

manufacturer’s specifications, adjust the timing.

Adjusting the timing.

1. Loosen the bolt that locks down the distributor, but do not fully remove it. It should be loose

enough so that you can rotate the distributor back and forth. Do not over-loosen the bolt

allowing the distributor to move on its own.

2. Start and run the engine up to temperature.

3. Direct the beam from the Timing Light at the timing marks and slowly rotate the distributor

in very small increments. Rotate the distributor either right or left until the timing lines are

lined up (in line with the pointer). See FIGURE 2. Stop the engine.

4. Tighten the distributor lock down bolt using care not to change the position of the

distributor.

5. Start the engine and recheck the timing. If the timing is not right, you probably moved the

distributor while bolting it back down. Reset the timing.

FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3

Note: In some cases, the ignition spark may jump to the baffle or the engine block. This

usually occurs on late model 8 cylinders (Ford) because the timing light adaptor spring is too

close to metal engine parts. To solve the problem, follow the wire from the spark to the

distributor cap. Disconnect the wire at the cap and install an adapter spring (not included) as

shown in FIGURE 3.

6. If you have no other tests to perform with the Timing Light, turn off the engine and

reconnect the vacuum line. If you have further tests, first check to see if the vacuum line

needs to be connected for those tests.

Adapter

Spring

Max.

Advance

To No.1 Spark Plug

Max.

retard

Pointer

Rotation

Pulley

Belt Timing Marks

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Operation (continued)

Testing Centrifugal Advance

1. With the timing light still connected and the vacuum line still not attached, speed the

engine up slowly and watch the timing mark.

2. The timing mark should remain stationary until the engine reaches the manufacturer’s

specified speed. See FIGURE 3. Then the timing mark should move steadily, without jerking.

3. If the mark stays stationary or moves erratically, the Centrifugal Advance (or automatic

advances) should be serviced by an authorized service technician.

Testing Vacuum Advance

1. The vacuum line must be connected to the distributor for this test.

2. Idle the engine (no more than 800 rpms) and attach the vacuum line to the distributor.

Note: If it is difficult to do, decrease the engine speed.

3. Aim the Timing Light and note the position of the timing mark.

4. Disconnect the vacuum line.

5. If the timing mark stays still, the trouble could be a plugged line or a leaky diaphram, or a

frozen distributor plate. See an authorized service technician if the timing mark doesn’t move.

Checking Distributor Cam Wear

1. This test is done after the timing has been set and the timing light lines up with the

reference pointer for cylinder number 1.

2. Connect the Timing Light to the wire directly opposite (180 degrees) from the number 1

cylinder on the distributor cap. See FIGURE 4.

3. Start the engine and aim the Timing Light towards the timing mark. The reading should be

the same as when the Timing Light was hooked up to the number 1 cylinder. If not, the

probable cause is a worn out distributor cam or bent distributor shaft. Contact an authorized

service technician.

FIGURE 4

8 Cylinder 6 Cylinder 4 Cylinder

No. 1

Cylinder

No. 1

Cylinder

Opposite

Cylinder

No. 1

Cylinder

Opposite

Cylinder Opposite

Cylinder

The opposite cylinder is always opposite the number 1 cylinder on the distributor cap.

Maintenance

1. Keep the Timing Light clean by wiping it with a dry, lint free cloth.

2. Before and after each use, clean any dirt, grease, or debris off of the clamps.

Do not use the Timing Light if any of the wires are frayed or torn.

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NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available

individually as replacement parts.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS

MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBU-

TOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE

OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS

QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER

AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS

SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE

BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER

REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING

OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

Parts List

Assembly Drawing

1

2

3

4

Part No. Description

1 Timing Light Body

2 Negative Clamp

3 Positive Clamp

4 Induction Clamp