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MECHANIC DIESEL - CITS

• Remove the rotor (1).
• Disconnect the vacuum unit (2) linkages.
• Remove the screws and lift the C.B. point assembly (3).
• Remove the centrifugal timing control assembly (4).
• Remove the C.B. point base plate (5).

• Remove the condenser (6).
• Dismantle the centrifugal timing control mechanism (4).
• Remove the bush (7) by press.

Inspection
• Check visually the C.B. point for pitting.

• Check the centrifugal weight springs for tension.
• Check the vacuum unit diaphragm for damage.
• Check the rotor arm play on the distributor shaft by rotating it by hand.
• Check the bearing bush (7) and thrust washer (8) for wear.
• Replace the parts which are damaged or worn out.

Assembly
• Assemble the bearing bush (7) by push fit. Smear engine oil over the shaft and place the distance collar (9).
• Refit the vacuum unit (2).
• Reassemble the centrifugal timings control unit (4). Smear grease on the base plate and fit the C.B. point base
plates.
• Refit the condenser (6).
• Replace the C.B. point assembly (3).

• Fit the rotor on the shaft.
• Refit the distributor assembly to the engine.
• Adjust the C.B. point gap.

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CITS : Automotive - Mechanic Diesel - Exercise 11.2