How do you remove and install a distributor?

To remove the distributor, start by detaching the cable from the negative battery terminal. Then, disconnect the primary lead from the coil and all electrical wires from the distributor. Locate the number one cylinder spark plug wire terminal on the distributor cap and remove the cap. Turn the engine over until the rotor is pointing towards the number one spark plug terminal. Make marks on the distributor base, rotor, and engine block for reference. Remove the distributor hold-down bolt and clamp, and pull the distributor straight up to remove it. To install the distributor, ensure the number one piston is at top dead center and align the rotor with the mark on the distributor base. Seat the distributor by following the appropriate steps for your engine type. Once seated, attach the hold-down clamp and bolt, and reattach the electrical wires and spark plug wires. Finally, connect the cable to the negative battery terminal and check the ignition timing before tightening the distributor hold-down bolt securely.

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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBTR-CRANKSHAFT Position
Part Number: 56026882
- Other Name: Sensor, Crank Timing 4.0 Engine (1993); Crankshaft Position Sensor, Vehicle Speed Sensor
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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBTR-Oil Pump
Part Number: 53010624AC
- Other Name: Drive Oil Pump
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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBTR-Engine
Part Number: 56027088
- Other Name: Distributor, M.P.I. Eng.; Distributor Assembly
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1991-1995 Jeep Wrangler | Sport Utility 4WD | 4 Cyl 2.5L
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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBTR-Engine
Part Number: 56027027AB
- Other Name: Distributor Engine
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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBUT-Or
Part Number: 53007190
- Other Name: Distributor; Distributor Assembly
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Jeep Wrangler Distributor Parts Questions & Answers

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Q: How do you remove and install a distributor?
A: To remove the distributor, start by detaching the cable from the negative battery terminal. Then, disconnect the primary lead from the coil and all electrical wires from the distributor. Locate the number one cylinder spark plug wire terminal on the distributor cap and remove the cap. Turn the engine over until the rotor is pointing towards the number one spark plug terminal. Make marks on the distributor base, rotor, and engine block for reference. Remove the distributor hold-down bolt and clamp, and pull the distributor straight up to remove it. To install the distributor, ensure the number one piston is at top dead center and align the rotor with the mark on the distributor base. Seat the distributor by following the appropriate steps for your engine type. Once seated, attach the hold-down clamp and bolt, and reattach the electrical wires and spark plug wires. Finally, connect the cable to the negative battery terminal and check the ignition timing before tightening the distributor hold-down bolt securely.