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IGNITION SYSTEM

G-31parts diagram

B6 DOHC distributor exploded view (includes a separate cover, part 3, vs the K8 which has no cover). Cap/rotor inspection given separately for B6 and K8 DOHC.

Continued from G-30

B6 DOHC

Parts DiagramFig. fig1
Parts diagram
#Part NameNotes
1CapInspection ... below
2RotorInspection ... below
3Cover—
4Packing—
5Distributor—
Tightening torque (cap screw)B6 DOHC distributor cap
1.0 - 1.9N·m

Inspection

Cap and rotor

B6 DOHC

Cap and rotor (B6 DOHC)

  1. 1
    Check for corrosion, damage, and cracks.
    B6 DOHC inspection illustrations: left panel labeled CAP shows the distributor cap interior; right panel labeled ROTOR shows the rotor. Used to check for corrosion, damage, and cracks.
  2. 2
    Replace if necessary.

K8 DOHC

Cap and rotor (K8 DOHC)

  1. 1
    Check for corrosion, damage, and cracks.
    K8 DOHC inspection illustrations: left panel labeled CAP shows the distributor cap; right panel labeled ROTOR shows the rotor. Used to check for corrosion, damage, and cracks.
  2. 2
    Replace if necessary.
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