Distributor: Service and Repair

Distributor

Removal






1. Disconnect distributor connector from distributor.
2. Loosen distributor cap retaining screws.
3. Lift cap off of distributor.
4. Rotate engine crankshaft until the distributor points to the intake manifold plenum. Scribe a mark on the plenum in line with the rotor. The scribe line indicates where to position the rotor when reinstalling the distributor.






5. Remove distributor hold down nut.
6. Carfully lift the distributor from the engine.

Install

1. Position distributor in engine. Make certain the o-ring is properly seated on distributor. If o-ring is cracked or nicked replace with new one.
2. Carefully engage distributor drive with gear on camshaft. When the distributor is installed properly, the rotor will be in line with previously scribe line on air intake plenum. If engine was cranked while the distributor was removed, it will be necessary to establish proper relationship between the distributor shaft and number 1 position as follows:
a. Rotate the crankshaft until number one piston is at top of compression stroke.






b. Rotate rotor to number one rotor terminal.
c. Lower the distributor into the opening, engaging distributor drive with drive on camshaft. With distributor fully seated on engine, rotor should be under the number 1 terminal.
3. Install the distributor cap. Ensure all high tension wires are firmly in the cap towers.






4. Install the hold-down nut and tighten.






5. Connect distributor electrical connector to distributor.