there isn't a dist cap on that engine. The 2.3 L engine has direct ignition (a cassette that sets on top of the engine) it'll be painted red. The coils are built into the cassette,however they can be changed out individually.
If your Mercury Grand Marquis is a 1991 model or older . The 5.0 liter / 302 and the 5.8 liter / 351 has the distributor at the front of the engine The distributor rotor turns COUNTERCLOCKWISE
Here's a link to Midcomustang.com FAQ it tells you where all the sensors are located http://www.midcomustang.com/engine_emission.htmlANSWER 2Igintion Module or Igniter Assembly is located in the distributor... I have a PDF on how to change this!
It is located inside of the distributor.
That year used the 7.3 liter
For a Mercury / Ford 3.0 liter V6 engine : ( the distributor rotor turns CLOCKWISE )
next to the transmission
From what I can find out it seems to be located inside the distributor. You must remove the distributor cap to see it. For pictures check the link.
Mine is located on the firewall.Looks like a oil filter an has fuel lines.1991 capri turbo.
3.0L it is front passenger side. 3.3L does not have a distributor.
inside the distributor
how do i change a water pump in a 1991 dodge shadow with a 2.2 liter does it require an internal water pump
1-6-5-4-3-2 distributor turns clockwise