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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the ignition coil wire from the distributor.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Ignition Coil Wire At Distributor
    GM302854Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the spark plug wires from the distributor.
    1. Twist the spark plug wire boot 1/2 turn.
    2. Pull only on the boot or use a tool designed for this purpose in order to remove the wires from the distributor.
  3. Disconnect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor electrical connector (2).
    4. Fig 2: View Of Ground Strap And CMP & Fuel Pump/Oil Pressure Sensor Connectors
    GM782680Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the distributor cap screws.
    5. Fig 3: View Of Distributor Cap Screws
    GM157984Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the distributor cap.
    6. Fig 4: View Of Distributor Cap
    GM157986Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the rotor screws.
    7. Fig 5: View Of Rotor Screws
    GM4354Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the rotor.
    8. Fig 6: View Of Rotor
    GM156748Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Align the square slot in the reluctor wheel with the CMP sensor.
    9. Fig 7: View Of Square-Cut Hole In Vane Wheel
    GM156754Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the CMP screws.
    10. Fig 8: View Of CMP Screws
    GM4341Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the CMP sensor.
    11. Fig 9: View Of CMP Sensor & Screws
    GM301398Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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