Standard Ignition JR-162 Distributor Rotor

Distributor Rotor for Mazda, Ford, Mercury, and Kia

Standard Ignition JR-162 is a distributor rotor built for specific import and compact vehicle applications from the late 1980s through the mid-1990s. It uses a push-on mount, black plastic rotor body, and aluminum contact material for direct distributor service on listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Part number JR-162 distributor rotor
• Push-on mount type for listed distributor applications
• Black plastic rotor construction
• Aluminum contact material
• Distributor rotor contents only
• Mounting hardware not included

Detailed Product Overview

This Standard Ignition JR-162 rotor is intended for distributor service on a wide range of Mazda, Ford, Mercury, and Kia models. It is listed for applications including 1991-1996 Ford Escort, 1991-1996 Mercury Tracer, 1990-1995 Mazda 323, 1990-1994 Mazda Protege, 1988-1992 Mazda MX-6, and 1994-1997 Kia Sephia. The JR-162 also cross-references Standard Ignition JR-162 and one additional aftermarket reference for the same application.

As a distributor rotor, this component transfers ignition energy through the distributor cap to the correct spark plug terminal. The push-on design and aluminum contact material support routine ignition system maintenance on vehicles that use this rotor style. For buyers searching for a Mazda 626 distributor rotor, Ford Escort ignition rotor, or Mercury Tracer distributor rotor, JR-162 matches the listed fitment data.

Common Issues This Part May Address

• Engine misfire caused by worn rotor contact surfaces
• Hard starting related to weak distributor spark transfer
• Rough idle from ignition timing or spark distribution problems
• Intermittent ignition performance from cracked or deteriorated rotor material
• Loss of spark delivery at the distributor cap terminals

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify distributor style and application before installation, especially on 1990 Mazda B2600 with triangular rotor notes, 1990 Mazda MPV from 1/90, and 1989 Mazda MPV with module outside distributor. Inspect the distributor cap, shaft, and terminals for wear before installing the new rotor. Confirm the push-on fit seats fully and that the rotor aligns correctly with the distributor shaft.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition supplies ignition components for service replacement applications, and JR-162 is built to match the listed distributor rotor specifications and fitment coverage.