MOTORCRAFT DURA-Spark II Ignition Systems: Overhaul: Disassembly

Remove distributor cap, adapter and rotor. Disconnect distributor wiring harness plug. Using a small gear puller or two screwdrivers, carefully pry armature from sleeve and plate assembly. Remove spring pin.
CAUTION: Do not pinch stator wires when removing armature.
On V8 engines, remove large wire retaining clip from base plate annular groove. Remove ground screw base and pull up to remove rubber grommet from base. Remove "E" clip securing diaphragm rod advance link to stator assembly. Lift diaphragm rod off post on stator assembly, and move it out against housing. Remove stator assembly.
On 4 cylinder and 6 cylinder models, remove "E" clip washer and wave washer securing stator assembly to lower plate. Remove stator assembly ground screw and lift assembly from distributor.