Bud Campbell via CarKB.com wrote:
> I am trying to change the dist. rotor on a 97 CR-V, but can't get a
> screwdriver or ratchet behind it to loosen the screw. Any ideas or help??
> thanks


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The screw head has to be facing the firewall for you to get at it . .
Turn the engine over using the starter and / or power steering pulley
nut to get it there. Be sure to use a large phillips screwdriver, or
grind a few thousandths off the tip of whatever you have if it doesn't
fit the screw PERFECTLY. A drywaller's large tip might fit well. You'll
probably need lots of torque to get it out, so don't start by wrecking
the screw with an incorrect tip.

http://www.hondasuv.com/stg/viewtopic.php?t=8173

You can also slip the distributor out in about five minutes, but make
sure to mark the exact position of the timing adjustment, and replace
the O-ring when you reassemble.

'Curly'