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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1985E 150 VAN L6-300 4.9LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMDISTRIBUTORSERVICE AND REPAIROCTANE ROD, REPLACE
1985 Ford E 150 Van L6-300 4.9L
Octane Rod, Replace
1985 Ford E 150 Van L6-300 4.9LSECTION Octane Rod, Replace
Open Bowl Distributor:
1. Remove distributor cap, adapter, and rotor.
2. Remove octane rod retaining screw, Fig. 2.
3. Slide octane rod grommet out so rod can be disengaged from stator retaining post, and remove octane rod.
4. Reverse procedure to install. Torque screw to 15-35 in.lbs.
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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.