Topaz L4-140 2.3L HSC (1984)
Mixture Control Solenoid: All Technical Service Bulletins
Fuel Control Solenoid - Stumble/Stall/Loss of Power
Article No. 83-24-15
LOSS OF POWER, STUMBLES/STALLS - COLD (2.3L HSC)
FORD 1984 TEMPO
LINCOLN-MERCURY 1984 TOPAZ
If one of the subject vehicles exhibits a loss of power (may not drive more that 15-20 MPH), possible accompanied by stumbles or stalls, which develops
at ambient temperatures below 60~ F and occurs after the first mile of cold drive, the Fuel Control Solenoid should be checked using the following
procedure:
Figure 29
Diagnostic Procedure:
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Disconnect the harness connector from the Fuel Control Solenoid.
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"T" a vacuum gage into the 5/32 inch hose between the solenoid and carburetor (Figure 29).
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Start the engine and idle.
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The vacuum should read between 1.0 and 2.5 inches Hg.
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Then apply 12 volts to the solenoid using Jumper Leads to vehicle battery.
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The vacuum should read between 4.0 and 5.5 inches Hg. If the vacuum output is not as specified, replace the Fuel Control Solenoid
(E43Z-9B998-A).
PART NUMBER
PART NAME
CLASS
E43Z-9B998-A
Fuel Control Solenoid
C
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: None
WARRANTY STATUS: Reimbursable within the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual.
OPERATION: To perform check - SP9998B83
TIME:
0.3 Hr.
OPERATION: To replace - SP9998C83
TIME:
0.4 Hr. DLR. CODING: Basic Part No. 9B998 Code: 41
