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In this free video clip series, our expert will explain and demonstrate everything you need to know about distributor caps. Learn what they do, how to remove and install distributor caps, and inspection methods.
There are 14 videos in this series:
Trying to fix your car or truck? Learn what a distributor cap is and what it does in this free auto repair video clip.
Need to fix or change a distributor cap on your car or truck? Learn how to find it first with expert tips in this free auto repair video clip.
Learn how to get to the distributor cap for repair or replacement with expert tips on cars in this free auto repair video.
Need to fix or change a distributor cap on your car or truck? Learn how to find the spark plug routing wires to your distributor cap in this free auto repair video.
Get tips on how to remove ignition cables for changing or repairing a distributor cap with expert tips on cars in this free auto repair video clip.
Get some car repair tips on how to mount a distributor cap with expert advice in this free auto repair video clip.
Before you change or fix a distributor cap, you'll need to learn how to remove that distributor
If you're repairing or changing a distributor cap in your car, learn how to visually inspect the distributor cap with the help of an expert in this free auto repair video.
Learn how to lubricate the distributor cap plugs and wires in your car with expert tips in this free auto repair video clip.
Step by step instructions on how to install a distributor rotor and cap in your car with expert tips in this free auto repair video.
Changing or repairing a distributor cap in your car? Learn how to reroute the spark plug wires with step by step instructions in this free auto repair video.
Learn how to reinstall the distributor cap components after a car repair with expert tips in this free auto repair video.
After you repair or change a distributor cap in a car, learn how to visually inspect it for problems in this free auto repair video.
Learn all about distributor cap check points and repair fixes for your car with expert tips in this free auto repair video clip.
The distributor cap is the mechanical portion of your car’s ignition system. It routes the high voltage energy of the distributor shaft’s rotating motion to the spark plugs, causing the engine’s cylinders to fire in the correct order. The distributor cap is a component that will eventually require maintenance or replacement, as it is susceptible to vibration and heat which may cause its bakelite housing to break or crack. Over time carbon deposits build and the metal terminals erode, causing distributor-cap failure. Fortunately, the distributor cap is a fairly inexpensive component and relatively easy to replace.
In this series of free how to videos our expert will take you step-by-step through the entire process of replacing a distributor cap. You’ll learn how to locate and remove the distributor cap, properly inspect it, install the new components and check your work when you’re done. You’ll become much more familiar with the mechanics of your automobile and save money in the process.
Nathan McCullough Nathan McCullough graduated from Nashville Auto-Diesel College with a GPA of 3.5 and received their Craftsmanship Award and Honor Seal. He has managed several automotive facilities over the last eight years. His many certifications include front end suspension, brakes, manual transmission, engine tune up, engine overhaul, heating ventilation and air conditioning, automotive electrical and many more. In his spare time, McCullough enjoys working on cars, performing everything from minor repairs to complete overhauls.dkdk
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