Cordoba V8-318 5.2L VIN P 2-bbl (1983)
top of distributor body.
Distributor Assembly
1.
Lubricate and install upper thrust washer(s) on shaft and slide shaft into distributor body.
2.
Install distributor shaft retainer and pin.
3.
Install plate and pickup coil assembly and retaining screws.
4.
Position reluctor keeper pin into position on reluctor sleeve.
5.
Slide reluctor down reluctor sleeve and press firmly into place, then install keeper pin.
Distributor Installation
1.
If engine was cranked after distributor was removed from engine, rotate crankshaft to bring No. 1 piston up on its compression stroke and align
timing mark on crankshaft pulley with ``O'' (TDC) mark on timing cover.
2.
With distributor gasket or O-ring in place, hold distributor over mounting pad.
3.
Turn rotor to a position just ahead of the No. 1 distributor cap terminal.
4.
Install distributor, engaging tang of distributor shaft with slot in oil pump drive gear. With distributor fully seated on engine, rotor should be under
No. 1 cap terminal.
5.
Install distributor hold-down and/or bolt, distributor cap, pickup lead(s) and vacuum line (if equipped).
6.
Adjust ignition timing to specifications.
