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Buick Century Cap,Distributor
Part Number: 10476237$16.20 MSRP: $30.56You Save: $14.36 (47%)Ships in 1-2 Business Days
Buick Century Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap of Buick Century is one of the vital parts situated in the ignition system that helps in the distribution of current from the ignition coil towards the spark plug wires. It shields the internal components of the distributor and holds the rotor in place, the component which transmits high voltage electricity to spark plugs in the correct sequence. Various performance levels of distributor cap that are available include having dual spark plug per cylinder or the wasted spark system. It is recommended to service and replace the distributor cap frequently; the signs include shaking, stalling, backfiring, and hard starting. Also, water affects engines, something that makes distributor to be free from water and to be properly sealed. In general, the distributor cap is an IC and simple component of the engine's ignition and can be easily considered as a valuable component though it is a sensitive engine part necessary for optimum engine operation and sometimes is integrated with security systems due to its accessibility.
Each OEM Buick Century Distributor Cap we offer is competitively priced and comes with the assurance of the manufacturer's warranty for the part. Furthermore, we guarantee the speedy delivery of your orders right to your doorstep. Our hassle-free return policy is also in place for your peace of mind.
Buick Century Distributor Cap Parts Questions & Experts Answers
- Q: How to install and remove a distributor cap and rotor cap?A: Disconnect the negative battery cable. Remember to number the cap and plug wires before removal. Remove the feed and module wire terminal connectors from the distributor cap. Remove the retainer and Spark Plug Wires from the cap. Depress and release the 4 distributor cap-to-housing retainers and lift off the cap assembly. Remove the 4 coil cover screws and cover. Using a finger or a blunt drift, push the spade terminals up out of the distributor cap. Remove all 4 coil screws and lift the coil, coil spring and rubber seal washer out of the cap coil cavity. To install, position the cap on the distributor body. Clean and lubricate the rubber seal washer with dielectric grease. Install the coil spring, rubber seal washer and coil cavity into the distributor cap. Position the coil into the cap, connect the spade terminals. Install the 4 cover-to-distributor cap screws, then install the ignition set retainer. Connect the feed and module wire terminal harnesses to the distributor cap. Install the spark plug wires to the distributor cap. Connect the negative battery cable. For the rotor cap, disconnect the negative battery cable. Disconnect the feed and module wire connector from the distributor. Depress and release the 4 distributor cap-to-housing retainers and lift off the cap assembly. Remove the two rotor attaching screws and rotor. To install, install the rotor cap, and secure in place with the retainer screws. Install the 4 cover-to-distributor cap screws, then install the ignition set retainer. Connect the feed and module wire terminal harnesses to the distributor cap. Connect the negative battery terminal.
