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FUEL SYSTEM
CHOKE AND AIR INTAKE SYSTEM
See General Warning, Section 10, Page 10-1.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The choke system is a simple mechanism requiring very little or no maintenance. The system consists of a
choke assembly that is attached to the driver side of the front body, an air filter housing with a hose that is
attached to the carburetor, and an air duct that provides the engine with air from outside the engine compart-
ment. Clean, cool air is drawn through the choke assembly and into the air cleaner intake. This feature
increases engine horsepower and extends air filter life.
The choke system aids in starting the engine in cold weather. When starting a cold engine, the choke cable
handle is pulled. This restricts the air flow, creating a "fuel rich" mixture in the carburetor. The choke cable
handle is pulled until the engine starts, and then is released. The air flow to the engine is no longer restricted,
and the engine operates normally.
The choke assembly is adjusted at the factory and does not require field adjustment; however, if the choke
assembly is subjected to abuse or damaged, it may become necessary to replace the assembly.
CHOKE CABLE REMOVAL
1. Turn the key switch to the OFF position and remove the key, place the Forward/Reverse handle in the
NEUTRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Disconnect the battery cables as instructed. See WARNING "To avoid unintentionally starting..." in
General Warning, Section 10, Page 10-1.
3. Remove the screw (17) securing cable to air box and detach cable end from choke lever (6)
(Figure 14-8, Page 14-13 or Figure 14-9, Page 14-14).
4. Remove wire tie (28) from choke cable (if present) (Figure 14-9, Page 14-14).
5. Remove three screws (19), nuts (21) and washers (20) from body and remove choke cable assembly
from body (Figure 14-8, Page 14-13 or Figure 14-9, Page 14-14).
CHOKE CABLE INSTALLATION
1. Insert choke cable through hole in body until choke lever assembly seats against body.
2. Install three screws (19), washers (20), and lock nuts (21) as shown and tighten to 18 in-lb (2.0 N·m)
(Figure 14-8, Page 14-13 or Figure 14-9, Page 14-14).
3. Check the hex nut on the cable at the back of the choke lever assembly. If it is loose, tighten it until the
lock washer beside it collapses completely.
4. Attach choke cable to choke lever (6) on air box. Install screw (17) to secure cable to air box and tighten
to 18 in-lb (2.0 N·m) (Figure 14-8, Page 14-13 or Figure 14-9, Page 14-14).
5. Connect battery cables, positive (+) cable first, and tighten hardware to 12 ft-lb (16 N·m).
See Figure 10-1, Section 10, Page 10-3. Coat terminals with Battery Terminal Protector Spray (CCI P/
N 1014305) to minimize corrosion.
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2005 FE350 Gasoline Vehicle Maintenance and Service Supplement
Choke and Air Intake System
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