Suzuki Samurai 1986, Service Manual

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Condition
Possible cause
Correction
Erratic idling
(Improper engine
idling)
Abnormal condition in fuel system
1. Clogged carburetor jets
2. Incorrect idle adjustment
3. Clogged air cleaner element
4. Leaky manifold, carburetor or cylinder
head gaskets
5. Improper float level
6. Malfunctioning choke system
7. Malfunctioning fuel cut solenoid valve
Clean
Adjust
Clean or replace
Replace
Adjust
Adjust or replace
Replace
Others
1. Loose connection or disconnection. of
vacuum hoses
Connect
2. Malfunctioning PCV valve
3. Low compression
4. Loose carburetor and intake manifold bolts
and nuts
Check and replace as
necessary
Previously outlined
Tighten bolts and nuts
5. Leaky carburetor and intake manifold
gaskets
Replace
Abnormal detonation
Abnormal condition in ignition system
1. Spark plugs tending to overheat
Change plug heat value
2. Improper ignition timing
Adjust
3. Loose connection in high-tension or
Retighten
tension circuit.
Abnormal condition in fuel system
1. Clogged fuel filter and fuel lines
2. Clogged carburetor jets
3. Improper adjustment of float level
4. Malfunctioning fuel pump
5. Air inhaling from intake manifold and
carburetor gaskets
Replace or clean
Clean
Adjust
Replace
Replace
Abnormal condition in engine
1. Excessive carbon deposit on piston crowns
or cylinder head
Clean
2. Blown cylinder head gasket, resulting in
low compression pressure
3. Improper valve clearance
4. Valves tending to seize
5. Weakened valve springs
Replace
Adjust
Replace
Replace
Others
Malfunctioning EGR valve
Replace
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