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Distributor: Service and Repair


REMOVE
- Disconnect battery ground cable.

Distributor:





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

Distributor - 2.6L:






INSTALLATION
- Remove valve cover.

Timing Mark:





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

Alignment Marks:





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

14 ft lb (19 Nm)

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