Fig. 4 —A ir M an ifo ld , Hose and Tube Routing
remove hose(s) and/or tube(s) as required.
CAUTION:
The 1/4" pipe threads at the cylin
der head (In Line) or exhaust manifold (V
a straight pipe thread. Do not use a 1/4" tapered
pipe tap. The hoses of the A.I.R. System are a
special material to withstand high temperature.
No other type hose should be substituted.
• Install new hose(s) and/or tube(s), routing them as
when removed.
• Tighten all connections.
NOTE:
Use anti seize compound on threads of
the air manifold to exhaust manifold or cylinder
head connections.
Check Valve
Inspection
• The check valve should be inspected whenever the
hose is disconnected from the check valve or when
ever check valve failure is suspected. (A pump that
had become inoperative and had shown indications
of having exhaust gases in the pump would indicate
check valve failure).
• Orally blow through the check valve (toward air
manifold) then attempt to suck back through check
valve. Flow should only be in one direction (toward
the air manifold).
Replacement
• Disconnect pump outlet hose at check valve. Remove
check valve from air manifold, being careful not to
bend or twist air manifold.
Mixture Control Valve
Inspection
• Check condition and routing of all lines especially
the signal line. A defective signal or outlet line will
cause malfunctioning of the mixture control valve.
• Disconnect pump to valve inlet hose at pump.
•
Leaking valve will be indicated by an air gushing
noise coming from the hose. Place palm of hand over
hose; little or no pull with a gradual increase is
normal. If immediate strong pull is felt or air noise
is heard, valve is defective and should be replaced.
• Open and close throttle rapidly. Air noise should be
evident and then gradually decrease.
proper valve usage. If strong pull is not felt im
mediately or air noise is not present, valve is not
functioning properly and should be replaced.
• A noisy valve should be replaced.
Replacement
• Disconnect the signal line, air inlet and air outlet
hoses then remove the valve.
• Install new valve and connect air outlet, air inlet
and signal line hoses.
CAUTION:
sim ilar in appearance are designed to meet the
particular
therefore, be sure to install the correct valve.
Air Injection Tube
Inspection (Fig. 5)
• There is no periodic service or inspection for the
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c o n t r o l
valves, though
requirements
of various engines,
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