Tune-Up Notes: Notes

1968 Chevrolet Caprice 4D Hardtop, 4.1L Eng, Automatic Trans, Trans Mfr CD PowerglideSECTION Notes
  • IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT CAUTION:  Procedures and specifications for idle speed adjustment must be followed exactly as outlined. See " Hot (Stow) Idle RPM  " under Tune-Up  .
  • CARBURETOR AIR CLEANER NOTE  : Original equipment air cleaner element may be either polyurethane foam or oil-wetted paper. Polyurethane foam type may be cleaned in solvent and reoiled. Oil-wetted paper type must never be oiled, washed, tapped, blown, or cleaned in any way. Service on oil-wetted paper type element is limited to inspection, testing, and replacement, if necessary.
    NOTE: For other items affecting Tune-Up, see Diagnosis. Testing & Trouble Shooting at rear of book and appropriate carburetor story in CARBURETION  section.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.