Ignition System: Overhaul: Distributor: Disassembly

1987 Chevrolet Nova Base, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION Disassembly
  1. Remove distributor. Remove distributor cap and rotor. Remove ignition coil dust cover. Remove wires from ignition coil. Remove 4 ignition coil mounting screws. Disconnect wire from module. Remove module.
  2. Pry signal rotor and spring off shaft, using screwdriver. Remove vacuum advance. Remove breaker plate and pick-up coil from distributor. Remove governor springs. Remove grease stopper and screw from distributor shaft.
  3. Remove signal rotor shaft. Remove "C" clip and governor weights. If drive gear needs to be removed, grind head of retaining pin, using a grinder. Remove pin and gear.
Fig 1: Exploded View of Nova Distributor
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