Removal & Installation
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Disconnect negative battery cable. Reference mark high tension wires to distributor cap and disconnect. Disconnect both harness connectors from distributor. Remove 3 screws and distributor cap. Remove hold-down bolt and distributor. To install, reverse removal procedure using NEW "O" ring. Apply oil to "O" ring before installation. Adjust ignition timing. See MIATA, MILLENIA, MPV, PROTEGE & PROTEGE5 under IGNITION TIMING in ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article.