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Smart-Choke
™
Components
A
B
C
D
E
F
I
J
K
L
M
O
N
Q
H
P
E
G
A Precleaner B Paper Element C Air Cleaner Base D Evap Hose
E
Smart-Choke
™
Bracket Assembly
F
Adjustable
Thermostat
G
Dual Position
Thermostat
H Solenoid Lead
I Air Cleaner Gasket J Control Assembly K Breather Hose L Stud
M Intake Manifold N
Choke Unloaded
Linkage
O Ignition Module P
Deector Support Tab
(if Equipped)
Q Air Vane Deector
Troubleshooting Smart-Choke
™
Related Causes
Condition Possible Cause Conclusion
Engine starts hard, runs rough, or
stalls at idle speed.
Choke not closing. Check choke lever/linkage to ensure
choke is operating properly.
Check that bimetallic spring actuates
freely.
Engine runs rich (indicated by black,
sooty exhaust smoke, misring, loss
of speed and power, governor
hunting, or excessive throttle
opening).
Choke partially closed during
operation.
Check choke lever/linkage to ensure
choke is operating properly.
Check that air vane is operating
freely.
Choke not opening. Check choke lever/linkage to ensure
choke is operating properly.
Check that air vane is operating
freely.
Check choke thermostat bracket
assembly.