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Ignition Control Module: Service and Repair


Typical Distributor Components:






REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
NOTE It is not necessary to remove ignition distributor assembly from engine.
- Distributor cap and rotor.
- Two module attaching screws, and lift module up.
- Leads from module. Observe color code on leads as these cannot be interchanged.
- Module.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
NOTE Do not wipe silicone grease from metal face of module or distributor base (where the module seats), when reinstalling the same module. If new module is to be installed clean distributor module base and spread new silicone grease on base and metal face of ignition module. The purpose of the silicone grease is to cool module.
- Module.
- Leads to module.
- Module attaching screws. Tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb. in.)
- Pick up coil.
- Cap and rotor.