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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1994F 250 2WD PICKUP V8-351 5.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMDISTRIBUTORDISTRIBUTOR CAPSERVICE AND REPAIR
1994 Ford F 250 2WD Pickup V8-351 5.8L
Distributor Cap: Service and Repair
1994 Ford F 250 2WD Pickup V8-351 5.8LSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Loosen the distributor cap hold down screws.
2. Lift the cap straight up to avoid damage to the distributor rotor blade and spring.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the distributor cap over the distributor, aligning the position of the attaching screws with the screw holes on the distributor.
2. Tighten the hold down screws to 18-23 lb-in.
3. Reinstall any ignition wires that were removed, noting their correct locations on the distributor cap.
1. Loosen the distributor cap hold down screws.
2. Lift the cap straight up to avoid damage to the distributor rotor blade and spring.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the distributor cap over the distributor, aligning the position of the attaching screws with the screw holes on the distributor.
2. Tighten the hold down screws to 18-23 lb-in.
3. Reinstall any ignition wires that were removed, noting their correct locations on the distributor cap.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.