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How to set the ignition timing on a 2002 Mustang

Troubleshooting the ignition timing on a 2002 Mustang 3.8L V.

Engine starts and idles okay. As it accelerates, it tops out around 30 mph, stops accelerating and runs kind of rough. You can hear an occasional pinging which sounds like pre-ignition valves clatter.

Everything else seems okay, just won't accelerate, no power. I'm guessing ignition timing out of whack.

How do I troubleshoot it?

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TIMING IS ADJUSTED BY THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT SO IT SHOULD'NT NEED ADJUSTING.ODDS ARE THAT YOU CAN'T GET RID OF EXHAUST FAST ENOUGH DUE TO A PLUGGED CONVERTER.

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