Distributor: Service and Repair

REMOVE
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.

Distributor:

2. Disconnect distributor wiring connector. (# 1)
3. Disconnect spark plug wires. (# 2)
4. Remove distributor mounting bolt. (# 3)
5. Remove distributor assembly.

Distributor - 2.6L:

INSTALLATION
1. Remove valve cover.

Timing Mark:

2. Move No. 4 cylinder to TDC on compression stroke. Be sure timing marks are aligned.
3. Apply engine oil to distributor O-ring.

Alignment Marks:

4. Align distributor case setting mark with distributor shaft setting mark.
5. Fit distributor to cylinder head and align distributor shaft setting mark with cylinder head setting mark.
6. Refit valve cover.
7. Tighten distributor mounting bolt to:

14 ft lb (19 Nm)

8. Refit spark plug wires.
9. Check and adjust ignition timing. Refer to Powertrain Management/Ignition System/Adjustments.