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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA1995T100 DX, RWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEREMOVE, OVERHAUL & INSTALLENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVE/INSTALL/OVERHAUL - 2.7LIGNITION SYSTEMDISTRIBUTORREMOVAL
1995 Toyota T100 DX, RWD, Standard
Ignition System: Distributor: Removal
1995 Toyota T100 DX, RWD, StandardSECTION Removal
- Disconnect electrical connector at distributor. Disconnect spark plug wires from distributor cap. Remove distributor cap.
- Rotate crankshaft pulley clockwise until groove on crankshaft pulley aligns with "0" mark on timing chain cover to position cylinder No. 1 (front cylinder) at TDC on compression stroke. Ensure rotor is properly positioned. See Fig 1. If rotor is not properly positioned, rotate crankshaft pulley clockwise one full revolution.
- Remove distributor hold-down bolts and distributor. Remove "O" ring from distributor housing.
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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.