1987 Dodge Aries Check Vacuum Leak On

1987 DODGE ARIES
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LOUISTHOMAS
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How do I check for a vacuum leak on my Dodge Aries?
Dec 11, 2011 at 7:01 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Under the hood, there are several vacuum hoses. Check for any that are damaged, disconnected, broken... If you can't see any, you can spray carb cleaner on them. If the RPM's increase, there is a leak in that area. NOTE: Starter fluid is very flamable. It can cause a fire if you spray it on an engine component that is extremely hot. Make sure to have a fire extinguisher near by.
Dec 11, 2011 at 7:12 AM
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RASMATAZ
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A lot safer with a vacuum gauge that's if you can interpret the movement of the needle-your choice
Dec 11, 2011 at 7:23 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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He is correct if you have a gauge and understand it. Thanks, raz. Looking for IM but you're never there.

Dec 11, 2011 at 7:26 AM
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You're wellycome Joe-Joe, Cannot raise you in Yaboo-what's wrong? Been trying unable to raise you
Dec 11, 2011 at 7:33 AM
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On now with CJ
Dec 11, 2011 at 7:37 AM
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