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Distributor Drive Gear - Installing Onto Crankshaft

83porsche03

Subject:
Installation of distributor drive gear on crankshaft

Part Identifier 1371
Applies To 911 Carerra


1984
Group


13
Key Points Gear must be properly installed on crankshaft


C
Number

83-04

December 8, 1983



It is essential to install the distributor drive gear properly on the crankshaft during repairs.


Caution

Incorrect installation will cause initial ignition timing to be off by approximately 13~.

Installation procedure

Gears marked with P only (Porsche registered trademark) -P should face the V-belt drive pulley

Gears marked with an additional X (scribed with an electric engraver)
- X should face the V-belt drive pulley. The location of the P on this gear does not matter.