In Nissan Pathfinders made from 1996 onward, you'll find 3.3L engines that contain distributors, as well as 3.3L engines that don't. In 1995 and earlier, all Nissan Pathfinder engines had distributors. The home mechanic can replace the distributor without any special tools.
Instructions
Replacing the Distributor From 1996 Onward
- 1
Look for the distributor on the engine block; access should be easy. Identify the distributor by the cables running to it from the spark plugs in the engine block.
2Disconnect the negative cable on the battery; the battery is on the driver's side near the front of the engine compartment. Pop the spark plug wires off the distributor cap.
3Unscrew the screws on the distributor cap with a screwdriver and unscrew the screw holding the distributor wiring harness connector.
4Use a marker to mark the rotor and the distributor housing, as well as the distributor housing and the cylinder head, so you can line them up on re-installation.
5Lift the distributor up and out of the cylinder block.
6Install your new Nissan Pathfinder distributor, lining up marks on the housing, the rotor and the cylinder head.
7Reattach the distributor wiring harness connector and replace the distributor cap. Hook up the negative cable to the battery.
Replacing the Distributor in Models 1995 and Earlier
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Unhook the negative cable from the battery.
9Loosen the retaining clips and the distributor cap will lift off. Leave the spark plug wiring connected to the cap.
10Take off the dust cover and mark the rotor's position as it relates to the distributor body; then the distributor body to the engine block. You want them all to line up when you install the new distributor.
11Detach the harness assembly connector, using a screwdriver to unscrew it. Take out the pinch-bolt and lift the distributor up and out.
12Replace the new Nissan Pathfinder distributor in the block and line up all the marks made during removal.
13Engage the distributor-driven gear.
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