Base timing is set to 0 deg with a scan tool. You can not do this with a timing light.
The timing can not be set manually it has to be set by the dealership through the computer.
the computer controls timing. It is located on the pass side of the firewall.
You can't. the computer will not function properly with out working oxygen sensors.
Timing is not adjustable, the computer controlls all of that.
A Ram Van does not have a timing belt.A Ram Van does not have a timing belt.
The computer controls timing, it will set it where it wants.
The timing on a 1997 Dodge Ram is not set with a timing light. The distributor rotor is lined up with the mark on the pick up plate when the engine is at tdc to set base timing. The timing is then fine tuned with a scan tool. The scan tool is used to set it exactly to 0 degrees.
The Ram does not have a timing belt.
Should be about 12 base for a total of 28 - 32. see link for more info
A 2004 Ram does not have a timing belt.
The computer adjusts ignition timing to take the place of EGR.