Coasting Richer Solenoid Valve
- Start engine and run at idle. Disconnect coasting richer valve electrical connector. Connect valve electrical connector to battery as shown in Fig. 3.
If engine speed immediately rises to 950-1200 RPM, valve is operating correctly.
- Connect a test lamp to coasting richer valve electrical lead. Raise rear of vehicle and support on safety stands. Start engine and raise vehicle speed above 30 MPH.
- Release accelerator pedal. The test lamp should light and remain lit until vehicle speed falls below 14-23 MPH.
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- If coasting richer circuit is operating properly, no further tests are required. If circuit does not operate correctly, test the following components: