1987 Dodge Aries Check Vacuum Leak On

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LOUISTHOMAS
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How do I check for a vacuum leak on my Dodge Aries?
Dec 10, 2011 at 11:01 PM
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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 10, 2011 at 11:12 PM
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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 10, 2011 at 11:23 PM
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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 10, 2011 at 11:26 PM
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RASMATAZ
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You're wellycome Joe-Joe, Cannot raise you in Yaboo-what's wrong? Been trying unable to raise you
Dec 10, 2011 at 11:33 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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On now with CJ
Dec 10, 2011 at 11:37 PM
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