Ignition System: Distributor: Removal
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Align timing mark(s) to piston No. 1 at TDC on compression stroke. Mark rotor position in relation to distributor housing, and distributor housing in relation to mounting surface. Disconnect spark plug wires and wiring harness connectors from distributor. Remove distributor hold-down bolt(s). Remove distributor.