Golf GTI L4-1781cc 1.8L SOHC (RD) (1987)
A pin is used to position the trigger wheel, which can become dislodged during removal. Be careful not to drop it into the distributor.
5 cylinder engines
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remove circlip on top of trigger wheel
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install hooks 1, 2, and 3 as shown
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center 1363* tensioning bolt on top of distributor shaft
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slowly tighten bolt and withdraw trigger wheel
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remove and replace Hall sender
Note
A pin is used to position the trigger wheel, which can, become dislodged during removal. Be careful not to drop it into the distributor.
*Not minimum requirement