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.
Main Body (Float Bowl)
Remove pump return spring from pump cylinder, remove pump inlet filter screen and inlet check ball (if used). On carburetors with idle compensator valve, take out attaching screws and remove idle compensator and gasket. Remove main metering jets and power valve. Take out venturi cluster retaining screws and lift out venturi cluster, gasket, and separate main well inserts (if used).
Use needle nose pliers to lift out pump discharge spring guide, remove spring and pump discharge check ball. Invert float bowl assembly, remove three throttle body attaching screws, lift off throttle body and gasket.
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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.