Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
200" (Auto. Trans.)
Remove shims from distributor vacuum advance assembly.
1966 FORD 240" 6 CYL. ENGINE HARD HOT STARTING & DRIVEAWAY STUMBLE CORRECTION: If this condition noted on cars built prior to April 15, 1966 with high ambient temperatures, trouble may be caused by pressure build-up in fuel pump causing carburetor flooding. On these early cars, if trouble not corrected by normal tune-up and carburetor adjustment procedure, make certain carburetor fuel level correctly set at 1 3/32" and make fuel pump changes as listed below.
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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.