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Distributor Rotor

Critical For Operation

Ignition System

Distributes high-voltage current from the ignition coil to the spark plugs via the cap.

The distributor rotor rotates inside the distributor cap, transferring high-voltage current from the ignition coil to the correct spark plug wire for each cylinder.

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Typical part cost
$10–$40🔒
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Typical labor cost
$50–$150🔒
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Typically lasts
80,000–150,000 mi
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Or about
5.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
4/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

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

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

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Distributor Rotor

No standard interval on file

Inspect Distributor Rotor

No standard interval on file