Removal Procedure

Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement in Interior Trim.
Disconnect the spark plug wires and ignition coil wire from the distributor. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Replacement .

Fig 1: View Of Spark Plug Wires & Ignition Coil Wire
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Disconnect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor harness connector from the distributor.

Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Harness Connector
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Remove the distributor cap screws.

Fig 3: Locating Distributor Cap Screws
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Fig 4: Distributor Cap View

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Remove the distributor cap.
Remove the rotor screws.

Fig 5: View Of Distributor Rotor Screws
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Remove the rotor.

Fig 6: Expanded View Of Distributor Rotor
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Align the square slot in the reluctor wheel with the CMP sensor.

Fig 7: Identifying Square-Cut Hole In Vane/Reluctor Wheel
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Remove the CMP screws.

Fig 8: View Of CMP Screws
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Remove the CMP sensor.

Fig 9: View Of CMP Sensor & Screws
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