Distributor: Service and Repair

INSTALLATION OF DISTRIBUTOR





(a) Turn the crankshaft pulley until the timing mark is aligned with the TDC mark.
(b) Remove the oil filler cap.





(c) Make sure that the match hole on the No.2 journal of the camshaft housing is aligned with that of the camshaft.

NOTE: If not, turn the crankshaft one full turn.





(d) Install the new 0-ring to the distributor.

NOTE: Always use a new 0-ring when installing the distributor.





(e) Align the matchmark of the distributor (the drillmark on spiral gear) with that of distributor housing.
(f) Insert the distributor, aligning the center of flange with that of the bolt hole of cylinder head.





(g) Align the rotor tooth with the signal generator (pickup coil).
(h) Temporarily install the distributor set bolt.
(i) Install the distributor cap with wires.
(j) Connect the distributor connector.
(k) Install the oil filler cap.
(l) Adjust ignition timing.
Refer to Ignition Timing/Adjustments. Ignition Timing