Operation Manual

Workshop maintenance
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DISTRIBUTOR
V8 engines
WARNING
ALWAYS disconnect the battery negative
lead before carrying out any maintenance on
the ignition and electrical systems.
The internal operating parts of the distributor
are protected by a plastic insulating cover (1)
and are pre-set during manufacture - they do
not require maintenance.
WARNING
DO NOT remove or tamper with the plastic
insulating cover.
• Clean the outer surfaces of the distributor
cap to remove dirt or grease.
• Unclip the cap and check it for cracks.
Clean the inside of the cap with a dry, lint
free cloth.
• Remove the rotor arm and check it for
wear - replace if necessary.
• Apply a spot of clean engine oil to the top
of the rotor spindle (2).
• Fit the rotor arm and distributor cap,
ensuring that they are properly located.
Secure the distributor cap with the two
clips.