Ignition System: Distributor: Installation

To install, reverse removal procedure. If reference mark was not made as described in removal procedure, go to next step.
Turn crankshaft (clockwise direction) until No. 1 cylinder is at TDC of compression stroke. Align rotor with center of cap bolt hole. Perform STEP 1. See Fig 1.
Install distributor into gearbox. When distributor is fully seated, rotor should point in direction shown in illustration. Perform STEP 2. See Fig 1.
Ensure distributor is fully seated. Install distributor hold-down bolt. Adjust ignition timing. See ADJUSTMENTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section.

Fig 1: Installing Distributor

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