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Removal & Installation

  1. Rotate crankshaft until No. 1 piston is at TDC of compression stroke. Ensure timing marks on crankshaft pulley align. Disconnect wiring harness from distributor. Mark position of No. 1 cylinder wire tower on distributor base or housing for installation reference.
  2. Loosen distributor cap hold-down screws. Remove cap carefully to prevent damaging rotor blade and spring. Position cap and attached wires aside.
  3. Remove rotor by pulling upward from the distributor shaft. Remove distributor hold-down bolt and clamp. Remove distributor. Cover distributor opening in engine with clean shop towel. To install, reverse removal procedure.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Distributor (Except Villager)
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