MOBILE Distributor Cap Replacement at Your Home or Office

If your vehicle has surpassed the 60,000-mile mark and you haven't yet replaced your spark plug wires, distributor cap, and rotor, you may encounter various drivability issues that can be challenging and costly to diagnose and rectify. Over time, distributor caps and rotors wear out due to factors like heat, vibration, extreme voltage, cracking, and carbon deposits, necessitating replacement. The degradation of the plastic in the cap and oxidation of internal plug wire contacts from spark arcing are common occurrences. Symptoms such as hard starting, engine misfires, stalling, backfiring, and pinging indicate that your distributor cap may be failing. Contact My Mechanic Malaysia Malaysia today to arrange a distributor cap replacement.

What Is Distributor Cap Replacement?

Replacing a distributor cap is a relatively straightforward task in vehicle maintenance. Found in older vehicles, the distributor is a crucial component of the ignition system. It receives the electrical charge from the ignition switch and directs it to the spark plugs in the correct firing sequence. The distributor cap covers the wires and other components within the distributor.

How Is Distributor Cap Replacement Done?

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Locate the distributor cap, consulting the vehicle owner's manual or repair manual if necessary.
  3. Loosen the distributor cap and lift it straight up to clear the rotor.
  4. Position the old and new caps side by side, ensuring their alignment matches exactly.
  5. Remove the old rotor and install the new one, ensuring alignment matches the old one.
  6. After installing the wires in the new cap, place it on the distributor and rotate until the alignment tab allows it to drop into place.
  7. Reconnect the cap to the distributor and reconnect the short plug wire to the ignition coil.
  8. Double-check all wire connections.

Recommendations

Replacing the distributor cap, rotor, and spark plugs at regular intervals, often recommended during the 30,000-mile tune-up, can prolong the life of your vehicle and optimize performance.

Symptoms Indicating the Need for Distributor Cap Replacement

  • Difficulty starting
  • Stalling and backfiring
  • Shaking
  • Difficulty turning over
  • Loud noises

Contact My Mechanic Malaysia to schedule a distributor cap replacement. You can rely on us to come to you, ensuring your vehicle runs smoothly for years to come.