1996 GMC Truck distributor installation

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ONWATER74
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1996 GMC Truck V8 Four Wheel Drive Automatic

I installed a new distributor but can't get check eng light to stay out. the code is p1345,crankshaft to camshaft corelation. that sounds like timing to me. how can i be sure dist is in correct position withouit the high dollar scanner?
Oct 5, 2010 at 11:55 AM
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Pull NO.1 plug rotate till compression felt ie. finger in hole then line up crank with O. align DIST indent hole on gear with paint mark see diagram


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/198357_Graphic_643.jpg

Use screwdriver to align oil pump shaft to DIST with rotor in pre install position see diagram


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/198357_Grafic_3_155.jpg

drop in DIST MUST be aligned as in installed diagram


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/198357_Grafic_4_37.jpg

That should do it
Oct 5, 2010 at 1:01 PM