A1 CARDONE 30-2496 distributor for the 1986-1991 Ford Taurus 4-cylinder 2.5L and other vehicles sends voltage to the spark plugs in the correct timing pattern. This is a remanufactured A1 CARDONE distributor.
- Electronic module components are 100% computer tested for full functionality
- Original components with consistently high failure rates are 100% replaced or repaired
- Precise machining tolerances help prevent oil leakage, poor timing and premature failure
- Automated testing verifies signal strength, harness polarity, air gap, crank reluctor tooth size, and ignition coil and pickup performance
- 100% new points and condensers installed where applicable
Quick facts
- Part: A1 CARDONE 30-2496 distributor
- Fits: 1986-1991 Ford Taurus 4-cylinder 2.5L and other vehicles
- Material: Aluminum housing, steel shaft, cast iron gear
- Condition: Remanufactured
Hard starting, a misfire, rough running or oil seepage at the housing can mean the distributor is wearing out. Before replacing it, look the housing over for cracks and oil and the connector for corrosion, with the engine off and cool, because the fault may sit elsewhere in the ignition system. The engine takes a single distributor, which serves all four cylinders.
Fits
As a Ford Taurus distributor it covers the 1986-1991 model with the 4-cylinder 2.5L, and it also fits the 1984-1994 Ford Tempo 4-cylinder 2.3L and the 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz 4-cylinder 2.3L. If your car is not named here, look for it in the "Vehicles it fits" section on this page.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Length: 8.719 in
- Shaft diameter: 0.531 in (13.49 mm)
- Shaft length: 9.013 in (228.93 mm)
- Gear tooth quantity: 15
- Rotor rotation: clockwise
- Terminals: 3 female blade
Build and materials
- Condition: Remanufactured
- Distributor type: Electronic, Hall effect trigger
- Connector type: Sealed
- Materials: Aluminum housing, steel shaft, cast iron gear
- Country of origin: Mexico
In the box
One remanufactured distributor and an instruction sheet. The distributor cap, ignition rotor and coil wire are not included.
Interchange: E43E12127C · E43E12127CA · E43E12127D · E43Z12127C · E43Z12127D · E63E12127BA · E63Z12127B · E83E12127AA · E83Z12127A
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
E43E12127C, E43E12127CA, E43E12127D, E43Z12127C, E43Z12127D, E63E12127BA, E63Z12127B, E83E12127AA, E83Z12127A
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right Topaz distributor for the 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz 4-cylinder 2.3L?
Yes. A1 CARDONE 30-2496 fits the 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz 4-cylinder 2.3L. If your car is a different one, look for it in the "Vehicles it fits" section of this page.
Is this a Tempo distributor that fits the 1984-1994 Ford Tempo 4-cylinder 2.3L?
Yes. The 30-2496 fits the 1984-1994 Ford Tempo 4-cylinder 2.3L, and that engine takes one distributor.
Does the A1 CARDONE 30-2496 come with a cap and rotor?
No. The box holds the remanufactured distributor and an instruction sheet. The distributor cap, ignition rotor and coil wire are not included.
What kind of trigger does this distributor use?
This distributor has a Hall effect trigger and an electronic design. It also has a sealed connector with three female blade terminals.
What are the housing and shaft made of on this remanufactured distributor?
The housing is aluminum, the shaft is steel and the gear is cast iron. The shaft measures 0.531 in (13.49 mm) in diameter.
