Idle speed compensator - removal and refitting
Removal
1 The idle speed compensator is only fitted to
K-Jetronic systems from 1986 onwards and is
located in the centre of the engine
compartment bulkhead (see illustration).
19.1 K-Jetronic system idle speed compensator location
2 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
3 Disconnect the electrical lead, undo the two screws and withdraw the unit. Detach the air hoses from each end and remove the compensator.
Refitting
4 Refitting is a reversal of removal. The air
hoses can be connected to either end and the
arrows on the unit can be ignored.
See also:
Engine - removal leaving automatic transmission in vehicle
Note: A suitable hoist and lifting tackle will be
required for this operation.
1 Proceed as described in Section 8,
paragraphs 1 to 15 inclusive. Additionally, if
applicable disconnect the kickdow ...
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