F 350 2WD Pickup V8-351 5.8L (1983)
Ignition Rotor: Service and Repair
Distributor Rotor, Replace
Late 1980-82 Rotor Alignment
1.
Remove distributor cap and rotor, Fig. 10.
2.
Position No. 1 piston on compression stroke, then rotate crankshaft until rotor alignment tool, T79P-12200-A or equivalent, can be inserted into
alignment slots, Fig. 11.
3.
Check vibration damper and timing pointer alignment marks. If timing pointer is within ±4° of TDC, alignment is satisfactory. If alignment is out
of specifications, position vibration damper at TDC with cylinder No. 1 at TDC. Loosen sleeve assembly adjustment screws and rotate sleeve until
rotor alignment tool can be inserted into alignment slots. Fig. 11. Torque adjustment screws to 25---35 in. lbs. and remove tool.
4.
Replace rotor and distributor cap.
