How to remove and inspect the distributor cap and distributor rotor on Mazda B2200?

The 2.2L, 2.6L and 3.0L have a distributor ignition system with the 4.0L engine in the Navajo having a distributor-less ignition. In order to unscrew the distributor cap, unscrew the three retaining screws and straight up the cap after labeling all the spark plug wires with the corresponding cylinder number. In case wires are not slack, label them in advance and then remove them off the cap. To install, undo the steps that were used to remove, careful of the square alignment locator and screw tightening. Removal of distributor rotor To remove the distributor rotor, remove the cap then pull the rotor straight out of the shaft and armature while ensuring that it is aligned correctly during replacement. To inspect the parts, wash the distributor cap and rotor by use of soap and water then dry using compressed air. Inspect the cap on the possibility of cracks, a worn carbon button, or corrosion of terminals and force them to be replaced in case they find anything. Equally, examine cracks, carbon tracks, or damage in the rotor and change it where necessary.

How to inspect and maintain the Distributor Cap, Distributor Rotor and Spark Plug Wire without a conventional distributor on Mazda Protege?

On later models (1999 and later) no conventional distributor is used, a Camshaft Position Sensor is fitted in its location and two coil-packs are used to discharge the spark plugs through the valve cover. The PCM controls the ignition control and the coil-packs have two cylinders each. Whenever new spark plugs are installed, spark plug wires are to be inspected and this should begin with visual check when the engine is running in a dark environment so that arcing or sparks can be noted which are indicators that the wire is damaged. All the wires should be tested separately to ensure that the order of firing is correct and the wires used are original and numbered to identify them. When removing a wire, one should use a removal tool or twist the rubber boot to ensure not to pull by the wire. Inspect the inside of the boot to determine whether it is corroded or not; the connector of the metal must fit the connector of the spark plug snugly, in which case, crimp the connector. Wipe the wire with your hand and look at it without bending sharply to the assessment of burns or cracks. Uncouple the wire, and distributor cap ensuring that no corrosion occurs or that it does not fit. When one inspects all the wires, in case new ones are required, buy a set that would fit the engine model and then replace each individual wire. Disassemble the distributor cap by loosening the retaining screws and examine it thoroughly like checking cracks, carbon tracks and damaged contacts and changing it accordingly. Inspect the rotor condition and change it in case of any flaws. Installation of a new cap and rotor with new spark plug wires is recommended, but in case the old cap is to be kept, it is recommended to check the resistance between the wires and the cap; and in case it is higher than the maximum, replace the cap and /or the wires. Installation of a new cap should follow this procedure to avoid confusion with the firing order: remove the wires of the old cap one by one when putting in place the new cap.

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Mazda Cap Part Number: B601-18-V00A
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- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 323 | 1986-1989 | Base, DX, GT, GTX, LX, SE | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: B593-18-V00A-9U
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- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
- Replaces: B593-18-V00A
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- MX-3 | 1994-1995 | Base | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
- Protege | 1995-1998 | DX, ES, LX | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: FP13-18-V00-9U
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- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
- Replaces: FP13-18-V00
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 626 | 1996-1997 | DX, LX | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- MX-6 | 1996-1997 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: JE96-18-V00A-9U
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- Other Name: Cap, Distributor; Cap
- Replaces: JE96-18-V00, JE96-18-V00A
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- MPV | 1996-1998 | DX, ES, LX | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: FS07-18-V00-9U
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- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
- Replaces: FS07-18-V00
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 626 | 1994-1997 | DX, LX | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- MX-6 | 1994-1997 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: B660-18-V00
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- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 323 | 1988-1989 | GT, GTX | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: JF01-18-V00
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- Other Name: Cap, Distributor; Distributor Cap
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 929 | 1988-1991 | Base, S | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- MPV | 1992-1995 | L, LX, LXE, Passenger | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: FEEN-18-V00-9U
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- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
- Replaces: FE1H-18-V00A, F829-18-V00, FEEN-18-V00
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- B2200 | 1987-1993 | Base, LE-5, LX, SE-5 | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: 8245-24-310B-9U
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- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- RX-7 | 1984-1985 | GS, GSL, GSL-SE, S | 2 Cyl 1.1 L GAS, 2 Cyl 1.3 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: AM15-18-V00
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- B2600 | 1987-1988 | Base, LX, SE-5 | 4 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: B616-18-V00-9U
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 626 | 1988-1992 | DX, GT, LE, LX, Turbo, Turbo 4WS | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
- MX-6 | 1988-1992 | DX, GT, GT 4WS, LE, LX | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: BP05-18-V00-9U
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 323 | 1991-1994 | Base, SE | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
- Protege | 1990-1994 | 4WD, Base, DX, LX, SE | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: F220-18-V00A-9U
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor; Distributor Cap
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 323 | 1990-1994 | Base, SE | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
- 626 | 1988-1992 | DX, GT, LE, LX, Turbo, Turbo 4WS | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
- B2200 | 1991-1993 | Base, LE-5, SE-5 | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
- B2600 | 1987-1993 | Base, LE-5, LX, SE-5 | 4 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
- MPV | 1991-1994 | Cargo, Passenger | 4 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
- MX-3 | 1992-1993 | Base | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
- MX-6 | 1988-1992 | DX, GT, GT 4WS, LX | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
- Protege | 1990-1994 | 4WD, Base, DX, LX, SE | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: F2G8-18-V00
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- B2200 | 1990-1993 | Base, LE-5, SE-5 | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: FE01-24-310A-9U
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 626 | 1984-1987 | DX, GT, LX | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- B2000 | 1984 | Sundowner Base, Sundowner SE-5, Sundowner Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: FS01-18-V00-9U
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 626 | 1993-1997 | DX, LX | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- MX-6 | 1993-1996 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: JE26-18-V00
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 929 | 1990-1995 | Base, S | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: KF34-18-V00-9U
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 626 | 1995-1997 | ES, LX | 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- MX-3 | 1994-1995 | GS, Precedia | 6 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- MX-6 | 1995-1997 | LS, M Edition | 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Millenia | 1995-2002 | Base, L | 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: KL01-18-V00A-9U
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor; Rotor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 626 | 1993-1994 | ES, LX | 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- MX-3 | 1992-1993 | Base, GS, SE | 6 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- MX-6 | 1993-1994 | LS | 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda Cap Part Number: ZZM2-24-310
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cap, Distributor
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- B2300 | 1994 | Base, SE | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
- B3000 | 1994 | Base, SE | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- B4000 | 1994 | LE, SE | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Mazda Distributor Cap

The Mazda Distributor Cap helps to deliver precise bursts of electricity to every spark plug, allowing the engines to fire up quickly and run smoothly. Mazda began shaping driving excitement back in 1931 and continues to enhance that sensation with rotary innovations, fuel-efficient Skyactiv engines and the sleek Kodo design that makes every piece of metal come alive. The company strikes the right balance between fun and responsibility, with i-Activsense safety, electric assists and intelligent all wheel drive working together to ensure the safety of passengers while reducing emissions. Fans love how Mazda cars are able to corner with confidence while sipping fuel on long trips, proving that performance and efficiency can stand side by side. Just like these vehicles are united on the road, the Distributor Cap stands guard inside the ignition system. Sitting on the top of the distributor, the part conducts high voltage from the coil to each cylinder in the exact order required for perfect timing and its tough resin case seals out moisture that could rob power. A healthy Distributor Cap prevents misfires, rough idling and hard starts, providing every Mazda engine with the spirited response that people expect when they tap the throttle. Simple to inspect and affordable to replace, it is a testament to how small components serve the larger promise of Mazda quality, reliability and joy behind the wheel.

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Mazda Distributor Cap Parts and Q&A

Cap
F2G8-18-V00
Q: How to remove and inspect the distributor cap and distributor rotor on Mazda B2200?
A:
The 2.2L, 2.6L and 3.0L have a distributor ignition system with the 4.0L engine in the Navajo having a distributor-less ignition. In order to unscrew the distributor cap, unscrew the three retaining screws and straight up the cap after labeling all the spark plug wires with the corresponding cylinder number. In case wires are not slack, label them in advance and then remove them off the cap. To install, undo the steps that were used to remove, careful of the square alignment locator and screw tightening. Removal of distributor rotor To remove the distributor rotor, remove the cap then pull the rotor straight out of the shaft and armature while ensuring that it is aligned correctly during replacement. To inspect the parts, wash the distributor cap and rotor by use of soap and water then dry using compressed air. Inspect the cap on the possibility of cracks, a worn carbon button, or corrosion of terminals and force them to be replaced in case they find anything. Equally, examine cracks, carbon tracks, or damage in the rotor and change it where necessary.
Cap
BP05-18-V00-9U
Q: How to inspect and maintain the Distributor Cap, Distributor Rotor and Spark Plug Wire without a conventional distributor on Mazda Protege?
A:
On later models (1999 and later) no conventional distributor is used, a Camshaft Position Sensor is fitted in its location and two coil-packs are used to discharge the spark plugs through the valve cover. The PCM controls the ignition control and the coil-packs have two cylinders each. Whenever new spark plugs are installed, spark plug wires are to be inspected and this should begin with visual check when the engine is running in a dark environment so that arcing or sparks can be noted which are indicators that the wire is damaged. All the wires should be tested separately to ensure that the order of firing is correct and the wires used are original and numbered to identify them. When removing a wire, one should use a removal tool or twist the rubber boot to ensure not to pull by the wire. Inspect the inside of the boot to determine whether it is corroded or not; the connector of the metal must fit the connector of the spark plug snugly, in which case, crimp the connector. Wipe the wire with your hand and look at it without bending sharply to the assessment of burns or cracks. Uncouple the wire, and distributor cap ensuring that no corrosion occurs or that it does not fit. When one inspects all the wires, in case new ones are required, buy a set that would fit the engine model and then replace each individual wire. Disassemble the distributor cap by loosening the retaining screws and examine it thoroughly like checking cracks, carbon tracks and damaged contacts and changing it accordingly. Inspect the rotor condition and change it in case of any flaws. Installation of a new cap and rotor with new spark plug wires is recommended, but in case the old cap is to be kept, it is recommended to check the resistance between the wires and the cap; and in case it is higher than the maximum, replace the cap and /or the wires. Installation of a new cap should follow this procedure to avoid confusion with the firing order: remove the wires of the old cap one by one when putting in place the new cap.