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ignition distributor
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
component distributing ignition voltage to cylinders
- ignition
- distributor
Distributor shaft
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A shaft that drives the distributor
- ignition
- engine
Distributor
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Component that directs the high voltage from the ignition coil to the correct cylinder
- ignition
- engine
Distributor clamp
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device used to secure the distributor in place
- ignition
- clamp
Distributor Cap
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Cover that protects the distributor and spark plug wires
- engine
- ignition
Distributor seal
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A seal used to prevent leaks in the distributor of a petrol engine
- ignition
- seal
Distributor vacuum advance
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A device that advances the ignition timing in response to vacuum changes in the engine
- ignition
- vacuum