Range Rover Classic
86
ELECTRICAL
4
REPAIR
ELECTRONIC IGNITION - V8i
A Lucas 35DLM8 distributor is employed. This has a
conventional vacuum advance unit and centrifugal
automatic advance mechanism.
A pick-up module, in conjunction with a rotating timing
reluctor inside distributor body, generates timing
signals. These are applied to an electronic ignition
amplifier module mounted on side of distributor body.
NOTE: Pick-up air gap is factory set. Do
not adjust gap unless pick-up is being
changed or base plate has been moved.
Use a non-ferrous feeler gauge to set air gap.
DISTRIBUTOR - V8i
Service repair no - 86.35.20
Remove
1. Disconnect battery negative lead.
2. Disconnect vacuum hose.
3. Remove distributor cap.
4. Mark distributor body and centre line of rotor
arm.
5. Add alignment marks to distributor and front
cover.
NOTE: Marking distributor enables
refitting in exact original position, but if
engine is turned while distributor is
removed, complete ignition timing procedure
must be followed.
6. Release distributor clamp.
7. Raise distributor, disconnect multiplug from
amplifier unit.