Distributor Removal & Installation

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the engine cover, if equipped.
2. Remove the ignition coil.
3. Remove the spark plug wires from one side of the distributor cap and set them aside.
4. Remove the distributor cap.




5. Remove the distributor hold-down bolt and clamp.
6. Remove the distributor from the engine.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the distributor into the engine.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the distributor hold-down bolt and clamp.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).




3. Install the ignition coil.
4. Install the engine cover, if equipped.




5. For vehicles equipped with V8 engines, connect a scan tool.
6. Monitor the Camshaft Retard Offset value. Refer to Camshaft Retard Offset Adjustment.