If you have an older car with a carburetor, you know how
important it is that it always works smoothly. It is the life-blood of the
vehicle that provides the fuel-air mixture that makes the heart of the car
tick. The carburetor should be serviced and cleaned regularly to make sure that
it works properly - inside and out - is quite simple and should not take more
than 30 minutes!
When the engine is switched off, remove the air filter
housing so that the carburetor is accessible. Pack your rags with your spray
lubricant and carburetor and choke cleaner. Also look for the gas regulator
attached to the carburetor so that you can operate the engine faster and clean
faster during cleaning.
Place some rags around the bottom of the carburetor, as the
chemicals can damage all nearby painted surfaces and the rags will stop any
runoff.
Put on your goggles and spray the "outside" of the
carburetor with your lubricant, or the carb and starter cleaner. Be sure to
spray the fittings and moving parts attached, such as the connection to the
acceleration area. Let the liquid take a moment or two and wipe it off. If
there is a large accumulation of sludge and oils, clean them with a small wire
brush before the spray dries.
Before starting the car, spray a small amount of Carb Cleaner
directly into the carb. Then remove your rag and any tools from the engine
compartment and start the engine. DO NOT spray the lubricant into the
carburetor. Start the engine and use the throttle control because you want to
run the engine at a higher speed while spraying more carb cleaning fluid. This
helps to spin the cleaner and not block the engine. Spray in short spurs, let
the engine run faster and slow it to normal idling and re-spraying. Do this a
couple of times.
Let the car run for a few minutes in normal idling. Then
stop the engine and reinstall the air cleaner and housing. Now drive the car
for 10 to 15 minutes or until it is hot, and let the carburetor run completely
through the system. Even if you notice no increase in performance, you can be
sure that you will do everything to maintain and maintain the carburetor. In
some cases, if the carburetor was contaminated by carbon deposits, you will
feel increased performance while saving fuel.
ADVICE
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You can also add fuel additives to the tank to
keep your fuel system clean and the carburetor running smoothly.
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Regular cleaning of the carbohydrate at regular
intervals is suggested. The time between cleanings will depend on your driving
habits, but every 3,000 km or with an oil change is a good point of reference.
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If the motor stalls while cleaning, wait a few
minutes and restart.
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Be sure to change your fuel filter regularly to
prevent debris from entering the carburetor.
WARNINGS
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Always wear safety goggles when spraying
cleaning agents, especially when the engine is switched on, as the draft may
shock the chemicals in your eyes.
Remove all loose jewelry, such as bracelets and
chains, while working under the hood while the engine is running. Always keep
in mind the location of moving parts such as the belts and the fan blade.
ü
NEVER inject the lubricant into the carb; only
use it on the external connection areas for lubrication and cleaning.
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