Stalls When Hot

Definition: Stumbles and hesitates on acceleration, may stall on acceleration or deceleration.
POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION
Idle mixture incorrect Adjust idle mixture, refer to ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES

Vacuum leaks Check intake manifold, carburetor, and vacuum hoses for leaks, repair leaks

Restricted air cleaner/exhaust system Replace restricted air cleaner, check exhaust for restrictions, repair restrictions

Idle speed solenoid misadjusted Adjust idle speed solenoid, refer to ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES

Dashpot defective/misadjusted Adjust dashpot, refer to ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES, replace defective dashpot, refer to COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR PROCEDURES

Float level low/high Set float level to specifications, refer to ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES, check fuel pump output for correct pressure and volume, refer to FUEL PUMP DIAGNOSIS

Secondary throttle sticking open Lubricate throttle plate and shaft, refer to MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Carburetor/manifold gaskets leaking Retorque manifold and carburetor to specification, refer to SPECIFICATIONS, replace defective gaskets, refer to COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR PROCEDURES

Idle mixture bleeds/passages plugged Clean out plugged idle passages, check idle mixture needles for dirt or damage, replace if necessary, refer to COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR PROCEDURES