How do you remove and install a distributor?

To remove the distributor, start by detaching the cable from the negative battery terminal. Then, disconnect the primary lead from the coil and all electrical wires from the distributor. Locate the number one cylinder spark plug wire terminal on the distributor cap and remove the cap. Turn the engine over until the rotor is pointing towards the number one spark plug terminal. Make marks on the distributor base, rotor, and engine block for reference. Remove the distributor hold-down bolt and clamp, and pull the distributor straight up to remove it. To install the distributor, ensure the number one piston is at top dead center and align the rotor with the mark on the distributor base. Seat the distributor by following the appropriate steps for your engine type. Once seated, attach the hold-down clamp and bolt, and reattach the electrical wires and spark plug wires. Finally, connect the cable to the negative battery terminal and check the ignition timing before tightening the distributor hold-down bolt securely.

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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBTR-CRANKSHAFT Position
Part Number: 56026882
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor, Crank Timing 4.0 Engine (1993); Crankshaft Position Sensor, Vehicle Speed Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1995 Jeep Wrangler | Sport Utility 4WD | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 4.0L
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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBTR-Oil Pump
Part Number: 53010624AC
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- Other Name: Drive Oil Pump
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2006 Jeep Wrangler | Rubicon, SE, Sport, Unlimited, Unlimited Rubicon, X | 6 Cyl 4.0L
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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBTR-Engine
Part Number: 56027088
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Distributor, M.P.I. Eng.; Distributor Assembly
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1995 Jeep Wrangler | Sport Utility 4WD | 4 Cyl 2.5L
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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBTR-Engine
Part Number: 56027027AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Distributor Engine
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997 Jeep Wrangler | SE | 4 Cyl 2.5L
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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBUT-Or
Part Number: 53007190
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Distributor; Distributor Assembly
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1987-1990 Jeep Wrangler
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Jeep Wrangler DISTRIBTR-Engine
Part Number: 56027028
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Distributor, (Complete) (Up To Nov. 1994)
- Replaced by: 56027028AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997 Jeep Wrangler | SE | 6 Cyl 4.0L
- 1994-1995 Jeep Wrangler | Sport Utility 4WD | 6 Cyl 4.0L

Jeep Wrangler Distributor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

DISTRIBTR-Oil Pump
53010624AC
Q: How do you remove and install a distributor?
A: To remove the distributor, start by detaching the cable from the negative battery terminal. Then, disconnect the primary lead from the coil and all electrical wires from the distributor. Locate the number one cylinder spark plug wire terminal on the distributor cap and remove the cap. Turn the engine over until the rotor is pointing towards the number one spark plug terminal. Make marks on the distributor base, rotor, and engine block for reference. Remove the distributor hold-down bolt and clamp, and pull the distributor straight up to remove it. To install the distributor, ensure the number one piston is at top dead center and align the rotor with the mark on the distributor base. Seat the distributor by following the appropriate steps for your engine type. Once seated, attach the hold-down clamp and bolt, and reattach the electrical wires and spark plug wires. Finally, connect the cable to the negative battery terminal and check the ignition timing before tightening the distributor hold-down bolt securely.