Removal and Replacement

Distributor:

REMOVE

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove air cleaner and hoses.
3. Disconnect wiring harness connectors at side of distributor cap and remove cap.
4. Scribe a mark on engine in line with rotor.
5. Mark position of distributor housing in relation to engine.
6. Remove distributor fixing nut and clamp.
7. Remove distributor.

REFIT

1. Fit distributor to engine. It must be fitted with rotor correctly positioned as noted in removal procedure. If distributor shaft won't drop into engine, insert a screwdriver into hole for distributor and turn oil pump driveshaft.
2. Refit distributor fixing nut and clamp.
3. Refit distributor cap and wiring connectors.
4. Refit air cleaner and hoses.
5. Set ignition timing. Refer to Powertrain Management/Ignition System/Adjustments.