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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1985CHEVY VAN G30, 5.7 M, 400/M40REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMCARBURETOR - ROCHESTER E4ME & E4MED 4-BBLADJUSTMENTSAIR VALVE SPRING
1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van G30, 5.7 M, 400/M40
Air Valve Spring
1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van G30, 5.7 M, 400/M40SECTION Air Valve Spring
- Use a 3/32" hex wrench to loosen lock screw. Turn tension adjusting screw counterclockwise until air valve opens part way.
- Turn tension adjusting screw clockwise until air valve just closes. Then turn adjusting screw clockwise specified number of turns. See Fig 1 . Tighten lock screw. Apply lithium base grease to lubricate contact area.
NOTE:
Apply lithium base grease to lubricate contact area.
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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.