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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1986AEROSTAR V6-183 3.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSFUEL SYSTEM - GASOLINE TESTING KIT
1986 Ford Aerostar V6-183 3.0L
Fuel System - Gasoline Testing Kit
1986 Ford Aerostar V6-183 3.0LSECTION Fuel System - Gasoline Testing Kit
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Article No. 86-13-21
GAS CHECK - GASOLINE TESTING KIT - VEHICLES WITH GASOLINE ENGINES
FORD ALL CAR LINES
LINCOLN-MERCURY ALL CAR LINES
MERKUR 1985-86 XR4Ti
LIGHT TRUCK ALL LIGHT TRUCK LINES
Variations in gasoline quality and a general rise in fuel vapor pressures can cause driveability concerns such as vapor lock, loss of power, stalls and stumbles. The purpose of this article is to announce the availability of a fuel checking kit called Gas Check (Rotunda number 113-00002) as a part of the Rotunda tool and equipment program. The Gas Check kit can be used to measure fuel vapor pressure (RVP) and alcohol content. There is also a provision in the kit for detecting water in fuel tanks and the use of leaded fuels in vehicles.
Refer to the Rotunda 1986 tool and equipment catalog (page B20) for details.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: None
WARRANTY STATUS: "INFORMATION ONLY"
Article No. 86-13-21
GAS CHECK - GASOLINE TESTING KIT - VEHICLES WITH GASOLINE ENGINES
FORD ALL CAR LINES
LINCOLN-MERCURY ALL CAR LINES
MERKUR 1985-86 XR4Ti
LIGHT TRUCK ALL LIGHT TRUCK LINES
Variations in gasoline quality and a general rise in fuel vapor pressures can cause driveability concerns such as vapor lock, loss of power, stalls and stumbles. The purpose of this article is to announce the availability of a fuel checking kit called Gas Check (Rotunda number 113-00002) as a part of the Rotunda tool and equipment program. The Gas Check kit can be used to measure fuel vapor pressure (RVP) and alcohol content. There is also a provision in the kit for detecting water in fuel tanks and the use of leaded fuels in vehicles.
Refer to the Rotunda 1986 tool and equipment catalog (page B20) for details.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: None
WARRANTY STATUS: "INFORMATION ONLY"
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.