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Title: Choke won't release
Post by: nemgos on December 24, 2007, 09:11:01 AM

I have an 82 Cougar with a 5.0, and once I get going, it revs real high and I can't get it lower it unless I shut it off for awhile, and is a big problem in winter conditions. I replaced the coolant temperature sensor, but that didn't help. Thanks for any input on this. Happy Holidays!

Title: Choke won't release
Post by: softtouch on December 24, 2007, 08:32:28 PM

Is this a carb or EEC III CFI?

Title: Choke won't release
Post by: nemgos on December 25, 2007, 09:00:34 AM

Thanks for responding. It's an EEC.

Title: Choke won't release
Post by: softtouch on December 26, 2007, 02:15:50 PM

Does it stay on the high step of the fast idle cam?
If so, check for vacuum to the kick down diaphragm.
Check for 7 volts on the wire to the (choke) thermostat when the engine is running.

Title: Choke won't release
Post by: softtouch on December 29, 2007, 04:40:25 PM

Is this what you have?

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Technical => Engine Tech => Topic started by: nemgos on December 24, 2007, 09:11:01 AM