Engine Controls - Closed Throttle Stalling Condition
Model Year 1983Bulletin No. 83-222
File In Group 64
Number 18
Date Feb.. '84
SUBJECT: DRIVEABILITY CONDITION 1983 1.8L EFI WITH 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
MODELS AFFECTED: 1983 SKYHAWKS (VIN CODE 0)
There have been some comments of vehicles equipped with the 1.8L EFI engine equipped with manual 5-speed transmission encountering a closed throttle stalling condition.
This condition occurs after a closed throttle coast down from highway speeds and depressing the clutch pedal at approximately 35 miles per hour.
If this condition is encountered, replace the PROM with part number 1226587.