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Ignition System: Distributor: Installation

  1. To install, reverse removal procedure. If reference mark was not made as described in removal procedure, go to next step.
  2. Turn crankshaft (clockwise direction) until No. 1 cylinder is at TDC of compression stroke. Align rotor with center of cap bolt hole. Perform STEP 1. See Fig 1 .
  3. Install distributor into gearbox. When distributor is fully seated, rotor should point to center of hold-down bolt. Perform STEP 2. See Fig 1 .
  4. Ensure distributor is fully seated. Install distributor hold-down bolt. Adjust ignition timing. See ADJUSTMENTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section.
Fig 1: Installing Distributor
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