If this is an EFI car, it does not have a vacuum advance unit. It is quite
possible to change this coil without removing the distributor, but you need
to be blessed with long arms and excellent eyesight. You have to adjust the
reluctor clearance after this repair, and this is much easier done with the
distributor on the bench. Be sure to mark the locating before removing it,
or be prepared to readjust the timing to spec after the repair.
Dick Benjamin
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Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2004 3:15 PM
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Subject: Re: IML: Quick distributor/pickup coil question
Hi Rob,
You could certainly replace the pick-up coil with-out removing the
distributor but it would be alot easier with the distributor removed. The
pick-up coil is fastened to the plate on these and the vacuum advance has to
come off. You also have to remove the reluctor which would come off alot
simpler on the bench. These distributors will only go in two ways so if you
watch the direction the rotor is pointing and mark the housing, you wouldn't
even have to reset the timing, although I'd have it checked as soon as
possible after replacement.
Steve Miner
Miner Auto Service
Winnebago, MN
----- Original Message -----
From: "Rob P" <fristpenny@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: IML: Quick distributor/pickup coil question
> When your replacing the pickup coil/magnet in the distributor do you
really
> have to take the whole distributor out? The FSM says to pull the
> distributor. I've done this dozens of times on FWD mopars on the car, but
> their distributors are right up front. This thing is a pain all set back
> there. Any tips? Thanks
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