Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
Distributor: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
Removal Procedure
NOTE: There are two procedures available to install the distributor.
Use Installation Procedure 1 when the crankshaft has NOT been rotated from the original position.
Use Installation Procedure 2 when any of the following components are removed:
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The intake manifold.
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The cylinder head.
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The camshaft.
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The timing chain or sprockets.
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The complete engine.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp turns on, and a DTC code P1345 sets after installing the distributor, this indicates an incorrectly installed distributor.
Engine damage or distributor damage may occur. Use Procedure 2 in order to install the distributor.
1. Turn OFF the ignition switch.
2. Remove the engine cover, if equipped.
3. Remove the spark plug wires from the distributor cap
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Twist each spark plug 1/2 turn.
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Pull only on the boot in order to remove the wire from the distributor cap.
4. Remove the electrical connector from the base of the distributor.
5. Remove the two screws that hold the distributor cap to the housing.
6. Discard the screws.
7. Remove the distributor cap from the housing.