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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1982CAPRI L6-200 3.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSIDLE EMISSIONS - TEST PROCEDURE
1982 Mercury Capri L6-200 3.3L
Idle Emissions - Test Procedure
1982 Mercury Capri L6-200 3.3LSECTION Idle Emissions - Test Procedure
Bulletin No. 81-21
Article No. 81-9-7-S
Date: October 16,1981
SUBJECT:
ENGINE - IDLE EMISSIONS TEST
PROCEDURE
FORD
ALL 1981 - 1982
LINCOLN MERCURY
ALL 1981 - 1982
LIGHT TRUCKS
ALL 1981 - 1982
Whenever an idle emissions test if performed, the following procedure should be performed to assure accurate measurements are obtained:
^ The engine must be at normal operating temperature and the cooling system pressurized.
^ Precede any idle emissions measurement by turning off ignition, re-starting and operating engine at 2500 RPM for 30 seconds.
^ Finally, measure idle emission within 30 seconds after returning engine speed to idle.
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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.