INSTALLATION
1) If distributor rotor has not been positioned at No.1 terminal of
distributor cap in distributor removal, perform following step.
a) Turn over crankshaft in normal direction (clockwise as
viewed from crankshaft pulley side) until Timing notch (2)
on pulley aligns with timing mark “0” (1) on timing tab or “T”
mark on flywheel (1).
b) After aligning two marks, remove cylinder head cover to
visually confirm that rocker arms are not riding on camshaft
cams at No.1 cylinder. If the arms are found to be riding on
the cams, turn over crankshaft 360
_
to align two marks
anew.
2) Check O-ring for damage and deterioration.
Replace if necessary.
NOTE:
If O-ring is installed, apply engine oil to it.
3) Align punch mark on gear with dent mark on housing.
4) Insert distributor into gear case in such a way that the center
of distributor flange bolt (1) will coincide with distributor flange
bolt hole (2) provided in distributor gear case. When inserting
the distributor completely, position of distributor rotor becomes
as shown in figure. Secure distributor in place tentatively by
making flange bolt finger-tight.
5) Check to make sure that rotor is in good condition.
6) Inspect distributor cap and clean or replace as required.
7) Make sure that distributor cap seal is placed properly and
install cap, and then fasten it with screws.
8) Connect distributor coupler.
9) Connect negative cable at battery.
10) Check and adjust ignition timing as previously outlined, refer
to IGNITION TIMING in this section.
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IGNITION SYSTEM
