Adjusting the gap between the breaker contacts

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Motorcraft Ignition Distributor





The gap between the breaker contacts is 0.55–0.7 mm;

1 - interrupter; 2 - screw; 3 - adjusting screw; 4 - capacitor; 5 - shaft; 6 - oil accumulator


Bosch ignition distributor





The gap between the breaker contacts is 0.4–0.5 mm;

1 – cover holder; 2 - wire; 3 - contacts; 4 - shaft; 5 – draft of the vacuum regulator; 6 - lever; 7 - vacuum regulator


1. Remove cover and distributor rotor.

2. Turn the crankshaft until the breaker contacts are fully open.



3. Use a feeler gauge to check the clearance (A) and adjust if necessary.







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