- Install the water pump.
- Attach two O-rings to the oil filter body, then install the oil filter.
- Rotate the eccentric shaft until the yellow mark (leading side mark) aligns
with the pointer on the front cover.
- Align the marks on the drive gear and housing, then install the distributor
so that the lockbolt is in the center of the slot.
- Rotate the distributor until the leading points start to separate (1979
only) or the air gap is correct (1980–1985), then tighten the distributor
locknut. (For more details, please refer to Section 2.)
- Install the gaskets and thermal reactor/exhaust manifold.
- Install the hot air duct.
- Install the carburetor (if applicable) and intake manifold assembly.
- Connect the oil tubes, vacuum tube and metering oil pump connecting rod
to the carburetor.
- Install the decel valve, then connect the vacuum lines, air hoses and wires.
- Install the alternator bracket, alternator and retaining bolt, then check
the clearance. If the clearance is more than 0.006 in. (0.15mm), adjust the
clearance using a shim. Shims are available in three sizes: 0.0059 in. (0.15mm),
0.012 in. (0.30mm), and 0.02 in. (0.50mm).
- Install and properly tension the alternator and accessory drive belts.
- Remove the engine from the stand and install it in the vehicle.