Genuine Volvo 245 Distributor

Volvo 245 Distributor Parts and Q&A

• Distributor Assembly
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  Q: How to remove and replace the distributor on Volvo 245?

  A:

  To begin, remove the distributor cap located on the OHC engine. Next, disconnect the low tension lead and the vacuum hose from the distributor. For vehicles with a fuel injection system, disconnect the leads from the triggering contact assembly. Unscrew and remove the flange bolts, then withdraw the distributor from the engine. After replacing the distributor, reattach the distributor cap, reconnect the low tension lead and the triggering contact lead if applicable, and finally, refit the vacuum hose to the vacuum capsule.
• Distributor
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  Q: How does the Distributor assemble the driving shaft into the housing while ensuring proper lubrication and alignment of components on Volvo 245?

  A:

  Assemble the driving shaft in the housing, taking care to make lubrication an important part of reassembly, lightly coating the cam lobes, cam followers, and weights with grease, and putting a small amount on where the pull rod from the vacuum regulator joins the breaker plate (being careful not to over-grease the breaker plate so that it won't contaminate the breaker contacts). For breakerless distributors, only a few drops of oil should be placed on the felt wick in the center of the rotor shaft. The assembly process is usually a simple reversal of the dismantling process and involves careful placement of the breaker cam on the drive shaft by sliding the washer and circlip into position until the circlip clicks. If any parts were replaced, make sure they are installed in the proper location, comparing them to the marked old parts. When fitting the reluctor on breakerless distributors make sure the slot is opposite the ridge on the distributor shaft and fit the lock pin accordingly to prevent shearing. Finally with the reluctor and stator tips aligned the air gap should be 0.010 in (0.25 mm) and adjustments made if required.