Removal & Installation: Distributor: Installation
- To install, turn crankshaft to bring number one piston to 6° Before Top Dead Center (BTDC) on compression stroke (both valves closed No. 1 cylinder).
- Turn distributor drive until rotor arm is approximately 30° counterclockwise from No. 1 spark plug lead position on cap.
- Turn oil pump and distributor common drive shaft so that tongue is in approximate position as illustrated. See Fig 1.
- Fit distributor to engine and check that center line of rotor arm is now in line with No. 1 spark plug lead position in distributor cap. Reposition distributor if necessary. The vacuum capsule should be approximately 90° to camshaft. See Fig 2.
- If distributor does not seat correctly in timing gear cover, oil pump drive is not engaged. In this event, remove distributor, reset oil pump drive tongue as necessary, and repeat operation.
- Fit clamp and nut leaving both loose at this stage. See Fig 2.
- Rotate distributor until peak on pick-up lines up with peak on reluctor ring. The rotor arm may be removed for a better view.
- Secure distributor in this position by tightening clamp nut. See Fig 2.
- Fit distributor cap and spark plugs and connect high tension leads in accordance with Fig 3.NOTE: The above distributor setting is to enable engine to be run so that correct setting can be achieved once engine is refitted to vehicle.
CAUTION:
DO NOT start engine before this operation is carried out.