Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1978 Subaru GF Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
HITACHI Electronic Ignition: Overhaul: Disassembly
- Remove distributor cap and rotor. Remove ignition unit by disconnecting harness, removing mounting screws, and disconnecting pick-up coil wires.
- Remove stator and magnet. Remove vacuum controller and carefully pry reluctor from shaft. Remove roll pin, pick-up coil assembly, and breaker plate assembly. Remove pin and pinion gear. Remove rotor shaft and drive shaft assembly.
- Mark rotor and drive shafts for reassembly reference. Remove packing and rotor shaft set screw. Mark one governor spring and its bracket; also one weight and its pivot pin. Remove weights and springs.
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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.