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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1982CAPRI L, 3.3L ENG VIN BREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALFUEL SYSTEMHOLLEY MODEL 1945 & 1946-IV SINGLE BARRELADJUSTMENTFAST IDLE CAM POSITION
1982 Mercury Capri L, 3.3L Eng VIN B
Fast Idle Cam Position
1982 Mercury Capri L, 3.3L Eng VIN BSECTION Fast Idle Cam Position
- Position fast idle speed screw on second step of fast idle cam against shoulder of highest step. Hold choke valve toward closed position with light finger pressure. See Fig 1.
- Measure fast idle cam specified clearance between upper edge of choke valve and air horn wall. Measurement can be checked using a specified drill or pin gauge.
- To adjust, bend fast idle cam rod. On Ford Motor Co. models, rod is located between automatic choke housing. To adjust, bend rod at "U" shaped bend.
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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.