Distributor: Service and Repair

COMPONENTS FOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION


DISTRIBUTOR REMOVAL

1. Disconnect distributor connector.




2. Remove distributor cap without disconnecting high-tension cords.
3. Set No.1 cylinder to TDC/compression.



(a) Turn the crankshaft pulley until the timing mark is aligned with 0 mark on the timing chain cover.




(b) Check that the distributor rotor direction is as shown. If not, turn the crankshaft pulley one complete revolution.
4. Remove distributor.
(a) Remove the hold-down bolt and pull out the distributor.
(b) Remove the O-ring from the distributor housing.


DISTRIBUTOR INSTALLATION

1. Check No.1 cylinder to TDC/compression
If necessary, remove the cylinder head cover, and check these conditions:




(a) Turn the crankshaft pulley and align its groove with the timing mark "0" of the timing chain cover.




(b) Verify that the timing marks with 1 and 2 dots are in straight line on the cylinder head surface as shown in the illustration.
If not, turn the crankshaft 1 revolution (360°) and align the mark as above.
2. Install distributor.




(a) Install a new O-ring to the distributor.

HINT: Always use a new O-ring when installing the distributor.




(b) Align the groove of the distributor housing with the protrusion on the driven gear.
(c) Apply a light coat of engine oil on the O-ring.




(d) insert the distributor, aligning the center of the flange with that of the bolt hole on the cylinder head.
(e) Lightly tighten the hold-down bolt.
3. Install distributor cap.
4. Connect distributor connector.
5. Check ignition timing.