Shelby Charger L4-135 2.2L SOHC (1984)
Idle Speed Vacuum Solenoid Valve: Customer Interest
Solekicker Vacuum Solenoid - Noisy
Models
1983 & 1984 Omni & Horizon With 2.2L Engine Including Shelby & G.L.H.
1984 Voyager, Ram Van & Caravan With 2.2L Engine
Subject
Noisy Solekicker Vacuum Solenoid
Index
FUEL
Date
March 4, 1985
No.
14-14-85
P-681-C
SYMPTOM/CONDITION
The vacuum solenoid for carburetor solekicker throttle control may emit an audible clicking sound in the passenger compartment. This clicking may be
heard just as the throttle is moved off idle and a second or two after returning the throttle to idle.
This condition does not affect the part reliability, however, if a customer complaint is received due to the clicking noise, perform the following repair.
DIAGNOSIS
Condition can be verified with A/C off and after running a fully warmed engine a minimum of five minutes. (This system has cold lock-out and up to five
minute time lock-out after a hot restart.)
PARTS REQUIRED
Omni & Horizon
1 - PN 4342884
Voyager, Caravan, Ram Van
1 - PN 4342883
Must be ordered separately:
1 - Authorized Modification Label
PN 4275086
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Solenoid Location
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Omni and Horizon - located on right (passenger) side of engine bulkhead.
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Voyager, Caravan, and Ram Van - located on left (driver) side of radiator closure panel (support).
1.
Remove solenoid attaching screw.
2.
Disconnect wiring connector and two vacuum lines from solenoid, mark vacuum hose location for correct reinstallation.
3.
Install double ended stud from kit into sheetmetal.
4.
Reconnect wiring and two vacuum lines to replacement solenoid.
