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Removal & Installation

Set No. 1 piston to TDC. Disconnect distributor harness connector(s). Disconnect spark plug wires from distributor cap. Remove distributor hold-down bolts. Remove distributor from cylinder head. To install, coat NEW "O" ring with engine oil and put into place. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Set timing to specification. See ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article.

NOTE: Lugs on distributor shaft and mating grooves in camshaft end are offset to eliminate possibility of installing distributor 180 degrees out of time.
NOTE: Overhaul procedures are not available from manufacturer. See Fig 1-Fig 6 .
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Distributor (Accord 2.3L - F23A1 & F23A4 Engines)
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Fig 2: Exploded View Of Distributor (Accord 2.3L - F23A5 Engine)
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Fig 3: Exploded View Of Distributor (Civic - Hitachi)
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Fig 4: Exploded View Of Distributor (Civic - TEC)
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Fig 5: Exploded View Of Distributor (CR-V)
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Fig 6: Exploded View Of Distributor (Prelude)
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