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 Replacement Parts Catalog
OEM Replacement Parts Catalog
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What is a distributor rotor?
The distributor rotor is a small metal arm or connector that sits on top of the distributor shaft nestled safely under the distributor cap. The distributor shaft is rotated by the engines crankshaft and then subsequently causes the rotor to spin under the cap. The rotor is also connected to the ignition coil. When the coil delivers spark, it goes directly to the rotor and the rotor passes the spark by moving close to each connector rod for each cylinder. It passes by close enough without touching to where the current will jump across the gap to power the plug wires and then the plugs.
What can go wrong with a distributor rotor?
A rotor will face similar wear and tear seen in all ignition parts, such as the distributor cap. The rotor typically becomes corroded from moisture, chemicals, or other emissions. It can also shake loose or become warped from engine vibration. Rotors can get dirty and stop spinning or even break if they get stuck for some reason.
How do I know if I have a faulty distributor rotor?
There are signs that will alert you that you may have a bad, worn, or faulty distributor rotor. The most frequently seen sign is misfiring when sending spark to the valves. This causes very rough idle, hesitant acceleration, and possible backfires. A bad rotor can also ground out and steal some of your ignition spark making it completely impossible to start your vehicle. As with other distributor problems, keep an eye out for these things already mentioned along with dimmer lights, a malfunctioning radio, slower power windows or seats, and hesitation whenever RPM's are being driven higher.
Can I replace my distributor rotor?
You sure can. Depending on your make, model, and year vehicle, access to the distributor and the rotor can be the toughest part and what makes people take their car to the local dealership or mechanic. If you do have access, be sure to unhook your battery so no one gets cooked while removing parts or touching wires. Once the battery is disconnected, then remove the fasteners on the distributor cap. They are typically two small L-shaped rods that have a screwdriver head on the top with a spring underneath to keep them tightly secure. You need to suppress the rods from the top with a screwdriver and then turn them to free the cap from its grip. Once the cap is off, then there should be a couple of guide screws that need to be detached to remove the rotor and replace it with another.
Do new cars have distributor rotors?
Most likely, a new car will not have a traditional distributor rotor. Today's cars have coils attached individually to each spark plug or spark plug wire. This sends spark directly to the plugs and allows the firing order to be controlled by the car's ECU thus removing the need for a rotor that is driven by physical properties like the camshaft rotation, electrical current, and air vacuum.
Latest Nissan Distributor Rotor Applications
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Daiichi Distributor Rotor
07/81 - 09/83 Nissan 200SX 2.2 Z22E Distributor Rotor |
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Japan Distributor Rotor
07/81 - 09/83 Nissan 200SX 2.2 Z22E Distributor Rotor |
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Daiichi Distributor Rotor
09/74 - Nissan B210 1.4 A14 Distributor Rotor |
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Bosch Distributor Rotor
09/74 - Nissan B210 1.4 A14 Distributor Rotor |
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Daiichi Distributor Rotor
09/86 - Nissan Van 2.4 Z24I Distributor Rotor |
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Japan Distributor Rotor
09/86 - Nissan Van 2.4 Z24I Distributor Rotor |
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Bosch Distributor Rotor
07/84 - 08/88 Nissan Maxima 3.0 4dr VG30E Distributor Rotor |
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Daiichi Distributor Rotor
07/84 - 08/88 Nissan Maxima 3.0 4dr VG30E Distributor Rotor |
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Japan Distributor Rotor
07/84 - 08/88 Nissan Maxima 3.0 4dr VG30E Distributor Rotor |
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Bosch Distributor Rotor
06/92 - 06/96 Nissan Altima 2.4 SE KA24DE Distributor Rotor |
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Japan Distributor Rotor
06/92 - 06/96 Nissan Altima 2.4 SE KA24DE Distributor Rotor |
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Japan Distributor Rotor
08/80 - 07/81 Nissan 310 1.5 OHV A15 Distributor Rotor |
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Bosch Distributor Rotor
08/80 - 07/81 Nissan 310 1.5 OHV A15 Distributor Rotor |
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Daiichi Distributor Rotor
08/80 - 07/81 Nissan 310 1.5 OHV A15 Distributor Rotor |
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Japan Distributor Rotor
07/69 - 02/72 Nissan 521 Pickup 1.6 L16 Distributor Rotor |
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Bosch Distributor Rotor
07/69 - 02/72 Nissan 521 Pickup 1.6 L16 Distributor Rotor |
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Daiichi Distributor Rotor
07/69 - 02/72 Nissan 521 Pickup 1.6 L16 Distributor Rotor |
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Bosch Distributor Rotor
09/73 - 08/74 Nissan 710 1.8 L18 Distributor Rotor |
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Japan Distributor Rotor
09/73 - 08/74 Nissan 710 1.8 L18 Distributor Rotor |
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Daiichi Distributor Rotor
09/73 - 08/74 Nissan 710 1.8 L18 Distributor Rotor |
Some Nissan Distributor Rotor Applications (View Full Catalog Above)
| Nissan 200SX 1.6 base/S |
Nissan 200SX 1.6 SE |
Nissan 200SX 1.8 Turbo |
| Nissan 200SX SER |
Nissan 200SX 2.2 |
Nissan 240SX 2.4 DOHC |
| Nissan 240Z 2.4 |
Nissan 280Z 2.8 |
Nissan 280ZX 2.8 |
| Nissan 280ZX 2.8 Turbo |
Nissan 300ZX 2+2 |
Nissan 310 1.4 |
| Nissan 310 1.5 OHV |
Nissan 510 1.6 |
Nissan 521 Pickup 1.6 |
| Nissan 620 Pickup 2.0 |
Nissan 710 1.8 |
Nissan 720 Pickup 2.0 |
| Nissan 720 Pickup 2.4 |
Nissan Altima 2.4 GXE |
Nissan Altima 2.4 SE |
| Nissan Altima 2.4 XE/GXE |
Nissan B210 1.4 |
Nissan Frontier 2WD 4-cyl. |
| Nissan Frontier 2WD V6 |
Nissan Frontier Supercharged |
Nissan Hardbody 2WD Pup 2.4 |
| Nissan Hardbody 4WD Pup 2.4 |
Nissan Maxima 3.0 4dr |
Nissan Maxima 3.0 SOHC GXE |
| Nissan Maxima 3.0 SOHC SE |
Nissan Pathfinder 3.0 4WD |
Nissan Pathfinder 3.3 4WD |
| Nissan Pulsar NX XE 1.6SOHC |
Nissan Quest 3.0 |
Nissan Quest 3.3 |
| Nissan Sentra 1.6 |
Nissan Sentra 1.6 2dr/4dr |
Nissan Sentra 1.6 base/E |
| Nissan Sentra 1.6 GXE/GLE |
Nissan Sentra 1.6 Std/E 2dr |
Nissan Sentra 1.6 Std/E 4dr |
| Nissan Sentra XE GXE |
Nissan Sentra 2.0 SE |
Nissan Sentra 2.0 SE-R 2dr |
| Nissan Stanza 2.0 Wagon |
Nissan Stanza 2.4 XE |
Nissan Van 2.4 |
| Nissan Xterra 2WD V6 |
| A14 |
A15 |
CA18ET |
CA20E |
E16 |
E16I |
E16S,I |
GA16DE |
| KA24DE |
KA24E |
L16 |
L18 |
L20B |
L24 |
L28E |
L28ET |
| SR20DE |
VG30E |
VG30I |
VG33E |
VG33ER |
Z22E |
Z24 |
Z24I |
More Applications (View Full Catalog Above)
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