Standard Ignition DU-418 Distributor Cap

Distributor Cap for Ignition Service

Standard Ignition DU-418 is a distributor cap built for ignition systems that use a clip-on, vertical-tower design. It features five female terminals with copper contact material and a brown cap body for direct replacement service on the correct application.

Use this distributor cap when you need a Standard Ignition DU-418 replacement for ignition maintenance on vehicles that call for this configuration. It is a distributor cap only; rotor, gaskets, screws, instructions, and spark plug wires are not included.

Key Features

• Brand: Standard Ignition
• Part number: DU-418
• Distributor cap with clip mount type
• Vertical tower position
• 5 female terminals
• Copper contact terminal material
• Brown distributor cap color
• No distributor vent
• No gasket, rotor, instructions, screws, or spark plug wires included

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition DU-418 is a replacement distributor cap for ignition systems that require a five-terminal, female-connection cap with vertical tower positioning and clip retention. The copper contact terminals are specified for consistent electrical contact at the distributor, helping restore proper spark routing when the original cap is worn, cracked, or carbon-tracked. This part cross-references Hayden 5906 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a Standard Ignition DU-418 distributor cap, this part is a direct-fit style service component for the correct ignition setup. It is commonly searched as a distributor cap for ignition repair, distributor cap replacement, and Standard Ignition DU-418 fitment.

What It Helps Address

• Misfires caused by a worn distributor cap
• Hard starting related to poor spark distribution
• Engine hesitation from carbon tracking or terminal wear
• Ignition performance loss from cracked cap housing
• Intermittent spark transfer at the distributor

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the terminal count, tower position, and mount style before installation. Match the existing distributor cap layout to the DU-418 specification, including five female terminals and clip-on retention. Inspect the rotor and distributor base for wear before reassembly, since those parts are not included with this cap.

For fitment searches, this part is commonly referenced for vehicle-specific ignition service such as Fits 2006-2011 Honda Civic, front right only when the application data matches the distributor configuration. Verify the distributor design against the vehicle’s original equipment before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition is a recognized ignition parts brand, and DU-418 is built to the listed terminal, mount, and contact specifications for replacement service. Always verify the part number and distributor configuration against the original cap to ensure correct installation.