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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1990XT-6 4WD L6-2.7L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMDISTRIBUTORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1990 Subaru XT-6 4WD L6-2.7L SOHC
Distributor: Service and Repair
1990 Subaru XT-6 4WD L6-2.7L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
The crank angle sensor is not servicable. If faulty, the entire distributor must be replaced.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2. Remove the distributor cap.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Remove the bolt securing the distributor to the camcase.
5. Twist and pull up to remove distributor.
INSTALLATION
1. Place #1 cylinder at TDC compression stroke.
2. Align the mark on the distributor drive gear with the mark on the distributor housing.
3. While preventing the distributor from turning, install the distributor into the cam case.
NOTE: The distributor shaft will turn a few degrees when it engages the camshaft.
4. Install the fastener and tighten slightly.
5. Connect the electrical connector.
6. Install the distributor cap.
7. Connect the negative battery terminal.
8. Refer to ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES and adjust ignition timing.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2. Remove the distributor cap.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Remove the bolt securing the distributor to the camcase.
5. Twist and pull up to remove distributor.
INSTALLATION
#1 TDC:
1. Place #1 cylinder at TDC compression stroke.
Distributor Alignment Marks:
2. Align the mark on the distributor drive gear with the mark on the distributor housing.
3. While preventing the distributor from turning, install the distributor into the cam case.
NOTE: The distributor shaft will turn a few degrees when it engages the camshaft.
4. Install the fastener and tighten slightly.
5. Connect the electrical connector.
6. Install the distributor cap.
7. Connect the negative battery terminal.
8. Refer to ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES and adjust ignition timing.
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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.