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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1985CHEVY VAN G20, 6.2 C, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 32 (ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVE/INSTALL/OVERHAUL)IGNITION SYSTEMDISTRIBUTORINSTALLATION
1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van G20, 6.2 C, Standard
Ignition System: Distributor: Installation
1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van G20, 6.2 C, StandardSECTION Installation
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- To install, reverse removal procedure. To ensure correct timing of distributor, install with rotor correctly positioned as it was before distributor was removed.
- If engine was cranked after distributor was removed, remove No. 1 spark plug. Place finger over No. 1 cylinder spark plug hole. Crank engine slowly until compression is felt. Align timing mark on pulley to "0" on engine timing indicator. Turn rotor to point to cylinder No. 1 spark plug tower on distributor cap. Complete distributor installation. Start engine and check ignition timing.
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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.