Ignition System - DURA-Spark II: Overhaul: Disassembly
- Remove distributor cap, adapter, and rotor. Disconnect distributor wiring harness plug. Using a small gear puller or two screwdrivers, carefully pry reluctor from sleeve and plate assembly. Remove roll pin.CAUTION: Do not pinch stator wires when removing reluctor.
- On V8 engines, remove large wire retaining clip from base plate annular groove. Remove ground screw and pull rubber grommet upward to remove from base. See Figure.
- Remove "E" clip securing vacuum advance rod to pick-up coil assembly. Lift rod off post and position against housing. Remove pick-up coil assembly.
- On 6-cylinder models, remove "E" clip washer and wave washer, securing pick-up coil assembly to lower plate. Remove stator assembly ground screw and lift assembly from distributor.