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How to Remove and Clean the Distributor on a Fiat 500

Model: Fiat 500 Epoca - Years: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968
Part: Checks and maintenance

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In this video, learn how to remove and clean the distributor on an old model Fiat 500. Use a screwdriver to separate the plastic of the distributor, then unscrew all the securing screws of the small parts on it. After removing the screws, extract the previously removed parts.

Finally, check each of the disassembled parts (separate the intact parts from the damaged ones), clean them thoroughly, and reassemble everything (with the new parts).

Reinstall the component in the engine bay of your Fiat 500 and prepare to test it.


Updated on 2 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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