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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA1996INTEGRA L4-1797CC 1.8L DOHC (VTEC)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMDISTRIBUTORSERVICE AND REPAIRINSTALLATION
1996 Acura Integra L4-1797cc 1.8L DOHC (VTEC)
Installation
1996 Acura Integra L4-1797cc 1.8L DOHC (VTEC)SECTION Installation
DISTRIBUTOR / INSTALLATION
1. Coat a new 0-ring with engine oil, then install it.
2. Slip the distributor into position.
NOTE: The lugs on the end of the distributor and its mating grooves in the camshaft end are both offset to eliminate the possibility of installing the distributor 180° out of time.
3. Install the mounting bolts, and tighten them temporarily.
4. Connect the 10-P connector to the distributor.
5. Connect the ignition wires as shown.
6. Set the timing with a timing light.
7. After setting the timing, tighten the mounting bolts.
1. Coat a new 0-ring with engine oil, then install it.
2. Slip the distributor into position.
NOTE: The lugs on the end of the distributor and its mating grooves in the camshaft end are both offset to eliminate the possibility of installing the distributor 180° out of time.
3. Install the mounting bolts, and tighten them temporarily.
4. Connect the 10-P connector to the distributor.
5. Connect the ignition wires as shown.
6. Set the timing with a timing light.
7. After setting the timing, tighten the mounting bolts.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.