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Distributor

Critical For Operation

Ignition System

Distributes high-voltage electricity from the ignition coil to the spark plugs.

The distributor sends high-voltage current from the ignition coil to the spark plugs in the correct firing order, ensuring efficient combustion in each cylinder.

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Typical part cost
$100–$300🔒
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Typical labor cost
$200–$400🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
6/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Distributor is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Engine misfires
Poor engine performance
Hard starting
Rough idling
Check engine light
Loss of power

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Distributor

No standard interval on file

Inspect Distributor

No standard interval on file

Test Distributor

No standard interval on file