What is timing?

timing light

Glossary “timing light” Definition:
Stroboscopic tool used to check the precise timing of a conventional ignition, adjusted by loosening the holddown bolt and turning the distributor.

timing disc

Glossary “timing disc” Definition:
Also known as an armature, reluctor, trigger wheel, pulse wheel, or timing core. Itis used to conduct lines of magnetic force and indacate piston position

timing

Glossary “timing” Definition:
1). The combustion spark delivery in relation to the piston position. 2). Procedure of marking the appropriate teeth of a gear set prior to installation and placement in proper mesh. 3). The time relationship between reference clock signals in a computer and other control signals, e.g. other inputs or outputs that control the action or response of a circuit.