Removal (Celica)

Disconnect negative battery cable. On 2.0L turbo 3S-GTE, remove intercooler. See TURBOCHARGER under AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM.
On all models, disconnect spark plug wires from spark plugs (and from ignition coil on 3S-GTE). Disconnect distributor electrical connector. Scribe relationship mark between distributor flange and cylinder head. Remove distributor hold-down bolt(s) or nut(s). Remove distributor. Remove "O" ring from distributor housing and discard.

Fig 1: Aligning Distributor Cut-Out Marks (Typical)