Installation Procedure 1

1. If installing a new distributor assembly, place two marks on the new distributor housing in the same location as the two marks on the original housing.
2. Remove the new distributor cap, if necessary.
3. Align the rotor with mark made at location 2.




4. Guide the distributor into the engine. Make sure that the mounting hole in the distributor hold-down base is aligned over the mounting hole in the intake manifold.




5. As the distributor is being installed, observe the rotor moving in a clockwise direction about 42 degrees.
6. Once the distributor is completely seated, the rotor segment should be aligned with the mark on the distributor base in location number 1.
^ If the rotor segment is not aligned with the number 1 mark, the driven gear teeth and the camshaft have meshed one or more teeth out of alignment.
^ In order to correct this condition, remove the distributor and reinstall it.




NOTICE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

7. Install the distributor mounting clamp.
Tighten
Tighten the distributor clamp bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
Install the distributor cap.

8. Install two NEW distributor cap screws.
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2.4 Nm (21 lb in).

9. Install the electrical connector to the distributor.

10. Install the spark plug wires to the distributor cap. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Harness Replacement Service and Repair





IMPORTANT: If the Malfunction Indicator lamp is turned on after installing the distributor, and a DTC P1345 is found, the distributor has been installed incorrectly. Refer to Installation Procedure 2 for proper distributor installation.