Honda CRX silhouetteCRX

Distributor Top End Inspection / Distributor Removal

16-48prose procedure

Distributor uses a 2-P connector plus a 6-P or 8-P connector depending on variant.

Ignition System

Distributor Top End Inspection

  1. 1
    Check for rough or pitted rotor and cap terminals.
    Cross-section detail of the distributor cap and rotor, with magnified insets showing the cap terminal, carbon point, contact point, and rotor terminal to inspect for wear or pitting.
  2. 2
    Scrape or file off the carbon deposits. Smooth the rotor terminal with an oil stone or #600 sandpaper if rough.
  3. 3
    Check the distributor cap for cracks, wear and damage. If necessary, clean or replace it.

Distributor Removal

  1. 1
    Disconnect the 2-P and 6-P or 8-P connectors from the distributor.
    The distributor mounted on the cylinder head showing the 2-P connector, the 6-P or 8-P connector, and the hold-down bolts to remove.
  2. 2
    Disconnect the spark pulg wires from the distributor cap.
  3. 3
    Remove the distributor hold-down bolts, then remove the distributor from the cylinder head.
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