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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1982CAPRI V8-255 4.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSENGINE - COLD WEATHER STALLING
1982 Mercury Capri V8-255 4.2L
Engine - Cold Weather Stalling
1982 Mercury Capri V8-255 4.2LSECTION Engine - Cold Weather Stalling
Article No: 82-9-12
May 13, 1981
Subject:
Cold Weather Stalling with 7200 Carburetor
FORD
1982 With 4.2/5.OL Engine and Model 7200 Carburetor
LINCOLN-MERCURY
1982 With 4.2/5.OL Engine and Model 7200 Carburetor
Calibrations Affected:
4.2L (1-18UR00/2-18UR10/2-18UR11)
5.OL (1-20NR10)
WARNING:
This Modification Is Authorized Only For The Listed Engine Calibrations. Performing This Modification On Other Engine Calibrations Is Unauthorized And Could Create Liability Under Applicable Federal Or Local Laws.
If the concern is caused by a sticking cold enrichment rod (C.E.R.) perform only Step 1, below. If a sticking C.E.R. is not evident, continue from Step 2 to change the CER rod to a 41C (Figure 14).
1. To verify a sticking C.E.R. press down on the rod while holding the choke diaphragm rod back in the diaphragm housing. Gently depress the C.E.R. adjusting nut, the C.E.R. should move up and down off its seat without any bind or interference. If interference is evident, the upper body must be loosened and recentered. Refer to TSB 82-2 for procedure.
2. Remove the "E" clip from the choke hinge pin. Slide pin out.
NOTE:
Be careful not to drop the "E" clip in the hole below the hinge pin. Cover the hole with cloth.
3. Disengage the C.E.R. from the lever fork by raising the C.E.R. and remove the rod.
4. Install a new C.E.R. as indicated.
5. Engage the C.E.R. in the lever fork and lower into position. Install the hinge pin and "E" clip. Remove cloth covering the opening.
6. Check/adjust carb idle speed if necessary.
7. Obtain an Authorized Modifications decal and list the date, dealer number and alterations performed as shown below. Select a prominent place adjacent to the Vehicle Emission Control Information decal suitable for installing the Authorized Modifications decal. Clean the area, install the decal and cover it with a clear plastic decal shield.
Parts Block
Warranty Status: Reimbursable within the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual.
OPERATION: SP 9766-B-82
TIME: 1.4 Hrs.
DLR. Coding: 9A993 Code: 41
May 13, 1981
Subject:
Cold Weather Stalling with 7200 Carburetor
FORD
1982 With 4.2/5.OL Engine and Model 7200 Carburetor
LINCOLN-MERCURY
1982 With 4.2/5.OL Engine and Model 7200 Carburetor
Calibrations Affected:
4.2L (1-18UR00/2-18UR10/2-18UR11)
5.OL (1-20NR10)
WARNING:
This Modification Is Authorized Only For The Listed Engine Calibrations. Performing This Modification On Other Engine Calibrations Is Unauthorized And Could Create Liability Under Applicable Federal Or Local Laws.
Figure 14:
If the concern is caused by a sticking cold enrichment rod (C.E.R.) perform only Step 1, below. If a sticking C.E.R. is not evident, continue from Step 2 to change the CER rod to a 41C (Figure 14).
1. To verify a sticking C.E.R. press down on the rod while holding the choke diaphragm rod back in the diaphragm housing. Gently depress the C.E.R. adjusting nut, the C.E.R. should move up and down off its seat without any bind or interference. If interference is evident, the upper body must be loosened and recentered. Refer to TSB 82-2 for procedure.
2. Remove the "E" clip from the choke hinge pin. Slide pin out.
NOTE:
Be careful not to drop the "E" clip in the hole below the hinge pin. Cover the hole with cloth.
3. Disengage the C.E.R. from the lever fork by raising the C.E.R. and remove the rod.
4. Install a new C.E.R. as indicated.
5. Engage the C.E.R. in the lever fork and lower into position. Install the hinge pin and "E" clip. Remove cloth covering the opening.
6. Check/adjust carb idle speed if necessary.
7. Obtain an Authorized Modifications decal and list the date, dealer number and alterations performed as shown below. Select a prominent place adjacent to the Vehicle Emission Control Information decal suitable for installing the Authorized Modifications decal. Clean the area, install the decal and cover it with a clear plastic decal shield.
Parts Block
Warranty Status: Reimbursable within the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual.
OPERATION: SP 9766-B-82
TIME: 1.4 Hrs.
DLR. Coding: 9A993 Code: 41
RENDER: 1.0x
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- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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