Assembly Procedure

1. Line up the square-cut hole in the vane wheel for the camshaft position (CMP) sensor.




2. Insert the sensor into the housing.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




3. Install two NEW screws for the camshaft position (CMP) sensor.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2.2 N.m (20 lb in).




4. Identify the correct rotor mounting position:
^ At the rotor screw holes (1)
^ At the rotor locator pin holes (2)




5. Install the distributor rotor according to the index marks.
6. Install two rotor hold down screws.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 1.9 N.m (17 lb in).

NOTE: The OBD II ignition system distributor driven gear and rotor may be installed in multiple positions. In order to avoid mistakes, mark the distributor on the following components in order to ensure the same mounting position upon reassembly:
^ The distributor driven gear
^ The distributor shaft
^ The rotor holes

Installing the driven gear 180 degrees out of alignment, or locating the rotor in the wrong holes, will cause a no-start condition. Premature engine wear or damage may result.




7. Install the round washer (1), 7.4L engine only.
8. Install the tang washer over the bottom of the distributor shaft.
9. Install the round washer.
10. Install the driven gear according to the index marks.




11. Align the rotor segment as shown for a V6 engine (1) or V8 engine (2).
12. Install the gear and align white paint mark on the bottom stem of the distributor, and the pre-drilled indent hole in the bottom of the gear (3).
13. Check to see if the driven gear is installed incorrectly, the dimple will be approximately 180 degrees opposite the rotor segment when it is installed in the distributor.

CAUTION: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in Service Precautions.




14. Support the distributor drive gear in a V-block or similar fixture.
15. Install the roll pin with a suitable punch and hammer in order to hold the driven gear in the correct position.




16. Install the distributor cap.
17. Install two NEW distributor cap screws.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2.4 N.m (21 lb in).




18. Install the new oil seal under the mounting flange of the distributor base.