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A.Install Carburetor Choke Adjustment Shim

1. Disconnect the battery cable.

2. Drain about one gallon of engine coolant from the radiator and save for later use.

3. Remove air cleaner assembly.

4. Disconnect throttle return spring.

5. Remove carburetor assembly following Service Manual procedures.

6. Insert the provided fast idle release tool between the fast idle cam lever and the wax element housing.

NOTE: Insert the tool such that there is no interference with the throttle lever movement.
7. Turn tool counterclockwise (about 45 degrees) until the tool is wedged into position. This provides the needed clearance between the choke adjusting screw and the plunger.

NOTE: Rotate the throttle lever to a fully open position for easier shim installation.
8. Using the installation stick attached to the choke shim, install the shim on the choke adjusting screw.
9. Rotate the fast idle release tool clockwise and remove.

10. Detach the installation stick from the shim by twisting the stick and breaking it off.

11. Insure that the choke adjusting shim is securely installed between the plunger and the adjusting screw.

12. Reinstall carburetor assembly using a new carburetor flange gasket which is provided.

13. Reinstall throttle return spring.

14. Refill radiator with coolant.