How to carry out replacement: Distributor Rotor 2.5 TDI VW T4 Platform
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How to change distributor rotor on VW Transporter T4 Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL, 7D) – replacement guide

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Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Tools you might need:
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Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • Thoroughly inspect the ignition distributor assembly. Replace any worn parts.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Make marks on the distributor cap to indicate the installation order of the spark plug wires.
  2. Step 4
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    Disconnect the spark plug wires from the distributor cap.
    Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.
  3. Step 5
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    Release the distributor cap clips. Use a crowbar.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the distributor cap.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the ignition distributor rotor.
    Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Professionals recommend:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  6. Step 8
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    Install a new ignition distributor rotor.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    When installing, do not use excessive force to avoid damage to the part.
  7. Step 9
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    Install the distributor cap.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    When installing, do not use excessive force to avoid damage to the part.
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