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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1977PICKUP D200, 2D PICKUP EXTRA CAB, 7.2L ENG VIN DREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALFUEL SYSTEMIDLE ENRICHMENT SYSTEMTESTINGSYSTEM TEST
1977 Dodge and Ram Pickup D200, 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 7.2L Eng VIN D
System Test
1977 Dodge and Ram Pickup D200, 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 7.2L Eng VIN DSECTION System Test
- With engine at normal operating temperature, remove air cleaner but DO NOT cap any vacuum fittings opened by hose removal (vacuum leakage needed for test).
- Disconnect hose to idle enrichment valve at plastic connector (connector has a filtered bleed which will interfere with test, so it must be removed). Start engine. Place fast idle screw on slowest step of fast idle cam. Connect a length of hose to enrichment valve.
- Apply vacuum with a hand-held vacuum pump to end of hose and listen for engine speed change. If engine speed can be controlled by vacuum, diaphragm and air valve are operating correctly. If speed cannot be controlled by vacuum, replace valve assembly (Holley carburetors) or proceed to next step (Carter carburetors).
- Place finger on the other plug over air inlet passage and listen for engine speed change. If speed can be controlled, diaphragm is leaking or air valve is stuck open. If speed cannot be controlled, air valve is stuck closed. Clean air valve or replace diaphragm as necessary.NOTE: In the following procedure, timing module and solenoid valve serve a dual function of controlling both EGR delay and idle enrichment duration on some vehicles.
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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.