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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1977FORWARD CONTROL 7.4L ENG VIN Y, AUTOMATIC TRANS, TRANS MFR CD 400/M40REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALFUEL SYSTEMROCHESTER 4MC & 4MV 4-BARREL CARBURETORSADJUSTMENTSACCELERATOR PUMP RODMODEL 4MV
1977 Chevrolet Forward Control 7.4L Eng VIN Y, Automatic Trans, Trans Mfr CD 400/M40
Model 4MV
1977 Chevrolet Forward Control 7.4L Eng VIN Y, Automatic Trans, Trans Mfr CD 400/M40SECTION Model 4MV
- Close throttle valves completely. Make sure fast idle cam follower is off fast idle cam steps. Bend secondary throttle closing tang (if necessary) to make sure primary throttle valves are fully closed. Readjust after accelerator pump adjustment. See Figure.
- Make sure accelerator pump rod is in specified hole (inner or outer) in accelerator pump lever. Using a "T" scale, measure specified distance from top of choke valve wall (next to vent stack) to top of pump stem. To adjust, bend accelerator pump lever. See Figure.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.