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1971 Mercury Capri 1.6L Eng VIN L, Not Available TransSECTION All Models

With engine at normal operating temperature set idle speed to 820 RPM. Adjust idle mixture screw until smoothest and highest idle is attained.

NOTE: Idle mixture screw has a maximum adjustment; if forced beyond limit, screw will snap.
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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