Lock-Out Lever Opening Clearance

1985 Chevrolet Step Van P20, 4.8 T, Automatic, 475/M40SECTION Lock-Out Lever Opening Clearance
  1. Push down on tail of fast idle cam to completely open choke valve.
  2. NOTE: Both steps must be done to perform adjustment.
  3. Measure secondary throttle valve lock-out lever opening clearance between end of pin and toe of lock-out lever. See Fig 1.
  4. File end of lock-out pin to obtain clearance of .015". Make sure all burrs are removed.
Fig 1: Secondary Throttle Valve Lock-Out Adjustments
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