To remove a distributor cap, first ensure the engine is turned off and cool. Disconnect the battery for safety, then carefully label and remove the spark plug wires from the cap to avoid confusion during reinstallation. Unscrew any retaining screws or clips holding the cap in place, and gently lift it off the distributor, being cautious not to damage any components.
all you should have to do is take the distributor cap off, and there it is. answer take the distributor cap off, pull the old rotor off, put the new one on, put the cap back on.
To remove the distributor cap on a Volkswagen Beetle, first ensure the engine is off and cool. Disconnect the spark plug wires from the cap, noting their order for reassembly. Then, unscrew or unclip the distributor cap from the distributor base, gently lifting it off to avoid damaging any components. Finally, inspect the cap and rotor for wear or damage before replacing them if necessary.
Remove distributor cap Either lift off rotor or unscrew and lift off is so equipped
behind the engine you'll see a black circle with 7 plugs coming out of it. that is the distributor cap. take the cap off and you'll see the rotor.
To change the distributor cap and rotor on a 1988 Mercedes Benz SE, first ensure the engine is off and disconnect the negative battery terminal. Remove the distributor cap by unscrewing any retaining screws or unclipping it, and then carefully lift it off. Next, take out the rotor by unscrewing or pulling it off the distributor shaft, and install the new rotor. Finally, place the new distributor cap on, secure it, and reconnect the battery terminal.
To remove the distributor cap from a 1991 Volvo 740, first ensure the engine is off and disconnect the negative battery terminal for safety. Then, carefully detach the ignition wires from the cap, noting their original positions for reinstallation. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws or clips securing the distributor cap and gently lift it off the distributor. Be cautious not to disturb the rotor underneath, as it should remain in place.
take off the distributor cap see what you find.
It's either your timing is off or you have to take the distributor cap off and set the timing again once you turn the crankshaft pulley where it is suppose to be at and set the rotor on the distributor but let me ask you if you have mess with the timing belts or the distributor cap or u took the distributor off or what?
Take the distributor cap off and turn the engine. If the rotor turns it's not "stuck".
# Unplug the distributor connector from wiring harness connector # Loosen the distributor cap retaining screws # Label and disconnect the spark plug cables from the distributor cap # Lift the cap off of the distributor # Note in which direction the distributor spark pick-up is pointing then pull the rotor off of the distributor shaft
There are two screws that hold it to the distributor.
Take the distributor cap off an crank the engine or turn the engine by hand clockwise and note the direction of the distributor rotor.