Timing an MPI engine
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Timing an MPI engine
I am about to start taring into my little 1999 7.4MPI engine.
After I get it pack together, how do I set the initial timing?
I have read through a manual that I purchased, and it says to put the ECU into maintenance mode to set the initial timing...
Will I need some special tool? Anyone know how this is done?
After I get it pack together, how do I set the initial timing?
I have read through a manual that I purchased, and it says to put the ECU into maintenance mode to set the initial timing...
Will I need some special tool? Anyone know how this is done?
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Hello Pat,
I believe you will need the Merc scan tool for this one. Take a look at RINDA
That is the only way to put the ECM in maintenance mode, otherwise the ECM will try to change everything that you do without being in maintenance mode.
I believe it to be a fairly simple process but hold onto your wallet if you need a scan tool.
I believe you will need the Merc scan tool for this one. Take a look at RINDA
That is the only way to put the ECM in maintenance mode, otherwise the ECM will try to change everything that you do without being in maintenance mode.
I believe it to be a fairly simple process but hold onto your wallet if you need a scan tool.
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You don't need a scan tool or code reader. There is a special Merc tool that places the ECU in service mode. It costs $11 - $15 dollars. I'll see if I can find the part#. You can also just short the white and black wires on the DLC connector with a paper clip. That's all the tool does.
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