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Ignition Control Module: Service and Repair

Typical Distributor Components:






REMOVE OR DISCONNECT

NOTE It is not necessary to remove ignition distributor assembly from engine.

- Distributor cap and rotor.
- Connectors from module.
- Two module attaching screws.
- Lift module from housing and remove.

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTE: Do not wipe silicone grease from metal face of module or distributor base (where the module seats), when reinstalling the same module. If new module is to be installed clean distributor module base and spread new silicone grease on base and metal face of ignition module. The purpose of the silicone grease is to cool module.

- Module onto housing.
- Module attaching screws. Tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb.in.)
- Connectors to module.
- Rotor and cap.