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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987SPECTRUM-IMPORT L4-91.5 1509CC 1.5L VIN 7 2-BBLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMDISTRIBUTORSERVICE AND REPAIRDISTRIBUTOR REPLACEMENT
1987 Chevrolet Spectrum-Import L4-91.5 1509cc 1.5L VIN 7 2-bbl
Distributor Replacement
1987 Chevrolet Spectrum-Import L4-91.5 1509cc 1.5L VIN 7 2-bblSECTION Distributor Replacement
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Mark, then disconnect spark plug wires, electrical connector(s) and vacuum line(s) from distributor assembly.
3. Mark position of distributor assembly in block and rotor on distributor.
4. Remove distributor hold-down bolt, then carefully pull distributor assembly upward from engine.
5. Reverse procedure to install.
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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.