PiP sensor help!

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Sep 4, 2015 | 02:03 PM

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PiP sensor help!

So I called my local parts store, not knowing what a PIP sensor is, they said its the pick up coil. How do I replace this?

Sep 4, 2015 | 03:16 PM

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Easiest way? Replace the whole distributor. The PIP sensor is located inside the distributor and has to be pressed off/on. You would need a special tool to do it or have a shop do it.

Sep 4, 2015 | 05:54 PM

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Well that sucks lol. What about a three tooth flywheel puller? Would that work?

Sep 4, 2015 | 07:26 PM

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Never done it myself. When mine went bad I found a replacement distributor from a junkyard for $40. Solved my problems.

Sep 4, 2015 | 07:44 PM

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Alright thanks Truth

Sep 5, 2015 | 01:25 PM

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It's really hard to get it apart and back together again. Especially hard to line up the gear properly. But it's not highly technical.

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