EXP L4-098 1.6L VIN 4 2-bbl (1982)
Choke Thermostat/Heater: Customer Interest
Engine - Poor Fuel Economy/Erratic Idle
Article No: 82-12-8
June 21, 1982
Subject:
Poor Fuel Economy/Erratic Idle Speeds
Ford
All 1981-1982 Vehicles with 1.6L Engines
Lincoln-Mercury
All 1981-1982 Vehicles with 1.6L Engines
Customer concerns of poor fuel economy, erratic idle speeds, and engine running rough may be attributable to an inoperative or intermittent choke
function. This may be due to high resistance or a loose choke feed wire. The 1981 and 1982 choke wire lead connector is made of brass; the following
procedure should be used to install a new steel connector.
1.
Remove the air cleaner.
2.
Remove the choke cap wire, and cut the existing connector and approximately four (4) inches of wire from the vehicle harness wire.
3.
Install the choke wiring assembly E2AB-9E692-AA, by inserting the harness wire into the butt splice connector of the 9E692 assembly and crimp
firmly.
CAUTIONARY NOTE:
Do not remove or install wire connector to choke cap bullet connector at any angle; it must be removed or installed in a parallel on or off
movement.
4.
Verify electrical choke function.
5.
Install air cleaner assembly.
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Reimbursable within the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual.
OPERATION: SP 14290-A-82
TIME: 0.3 Hr.
DLR. Coding:
Basic Part No.
Code:
14290
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