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Distributor (3S-GTE)

Removal of distributor

  1. Disconnect cable from negative terminal of battery

    Caution

    Work must be started after approx. 20 seconds or longer from the time the ignition switch is turned to the "LOCK" position and the negative (–) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery.

  2. Disconnect distributor connector

  3. Disconnect high-tension cord from ignition coil

    1. Using a screwdriver, lift up the lock claw and disconnect the holder from the ignition coil.

    2. Disconnect the high-tension cord at the grommet. DO NOT pull on the cord.

      Notice

      Pulling on or bending the cords may damage the conductor inside.

  4. Disconnect high-tension cords from spark plugs

    1. Disconnect the four high-tension cords from the cord clamp.
    2. Disconnect the four high-tension cords from the spark plugs. (See On-vehicle inspection (3S-GTE) › Inspection of high-tension cords)

  5. Remove distributor

    1. Remove the two hold-down bolts, and pull out the distributor.
    2. Remove the O-ring from the distributor housing.

Components

Installation of distributor

  1. Remove engine under covers
  2. Remove RH engine hood side panel

  3. Set No.1 cylinder to TDC/compression

    Turn the crankshaft clockwise, and position the slit of the intake camshaft as shown.

  4. Install distributor

    1. Install a new O-ring to the housing.
    2. Apply a light coat of engine oil on the O-ring.

    3. Align the cutout portion of the coupling with the groove of the housing.

    4. Insert the distributor, aligning the center of the flange with that of the bolt hole on the cylinder head.

    5. Lightly tighten the two hold-down bolts.

  5. Connect high-tension cord to ignition coil

    1. Insert the grommet portion into the terminal hole of the ignition coil.

    2. Align the spline of the ignition coil with the spline of the holder, and slide on the holder.

    3. Check that the lock claw of the holder is by lightly pulling the holder.

  6. Connect high-tension cords to spark plugs

    1. Connect the four high-tension cords to the spark plugs.

      Firing order: 1 – 3 – 4 – 2

    2. Install the four high-tension cords to the cord clamp.

  7. Connect distributor connector

  8. Connect cable to negative terminal of battery

  9. Warm up engine

    Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.

  10. Connect tachometer

    Connect the test probe of a tachometer to terminal IG ⊖ of the check connector.

    Notice

    • NEVER allow the tachometer terminal to touch ground as it could result in damage to the igniter and/or ignition coil.
    • As some tachometers are not compatible with this ignition system, we recommend that you confirm the compatibility of yours before use.

  11. Adjust ignition timing

    1. Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the check connector.

      SST 09843-18020

    2. Using a timing light, check the ignition timing.

      Ignition timing: 10° BTDC @ idle (Transmission in neutral range)

    3. Loosen the two hold-down bolts, and adjust by turning the distributor.

    4. Tighten the two hold-down bolts, and recheck the ignition timing.

      Torque: 400 kg-cm (29 ft-lb, 39 N·m)

    5. Remove the SST.

      SST 09843-18020

  12. Further check ignition timing

    Ignition timing: 12 – 21° BTDC @ idle (Transmission in neutral range)

    Hint

    The timing mark moves in a range between 12° and 21°.

  13. Disconnect tachometer and timing light from engine

  14. Reinstall RH engine hood side panel
  15. Reinstall engine under covers