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Ignition System: Distributor: Installation

  1. Install new "O" ring on distributor housing. Coat new "O" ring with oil. Turn crankshaft until No. 1 cylinder is in compression stroke and timing mark aligns with TDC mark on timing case cover.
  2. Position slit of exhaust camshaft as shown. See Fig 1. Align cutout marks of distributor coupling with line on distributor housing. See Fig 2.
  3. Insert distributor, aligning center of distributor flange with bolt hole on cylinder head. Install spark plug wires. Connect distributor wiring connector.
  4. Connect negative battery cable. Set ignition timing. Tighten distributor hold-down bolts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Fig 1: Aligning Camshaft Slot
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Fig 2: Aligning Distributor Installation Marks
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