Genuine 1989 Volvo 244 Distributor

1989 Volvo 244 Distributor Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to remove and refit different types of distributors in mechanical and computerized ignition systems on 1989 Volvo 244?

  A: For the mechanical breaker type, begin by removing the distributor cap and leads, then disconnect the LT leads and vacuum hose. Turn the crankshaft until the contact end of the rotor aligns with the mark on the rim of the distributor body. Remove the distributor fixing bolt and lift the distributor from the crankcase. To refit, hold the distributor over its mounting hole, ensuring the clamp plate bolt hole is central in the elongated slot. Turn the rotor arm clockwise from the body rim mark and insert the distributor, allowing the meshing of the drive gears to turn the rotor into alignment with the rim mark. Adjust the distributor body until the points just begin to open, then screw in the fixing bolt finger tight until timing is checked and adjusted. For the breakerless type, follow the same operations but ignore any reference to contact points. In the case of the computerized ignition system type, note that the distributor is driven from the rear end of the camshaft on B200 and B230 engined models. For the Chrysler distributor, remove the cap with HT leads and set it aside, then turn the crankshaft until the rotor aligns with the rubber grommet, unscrew the clamp plate bolt, and remove the distributor. To refit, turn the shaft so that the gear roll pin's greater protruding end aligns with the groove in the distributor body, hold the distributor over its mounting hole, and ensure the clamp plate bolt hole is central in the elongated slot. Push the distributor into position, allowing the gears to mesh and turn the rotor to line up with the rubber grommet, then check the ignition timing. For the Bosch distributor, follow similar operations while ignoring references to the vacuum hose and contact points.