Engin backfires.
Jul 28, 2022 at 1:52 AM
Why does it backfire through the carburetor when key shut off?
ROBERT GUY
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Hi,
Most backfiring issues are the result of an incorrect air/fuel mixture. However, if it is only happening when the engine is turned off, it sounds more like a dieseling issue.
What I would suggest is to first check if there are any diagnostic trouble codes stored in the computer. This vehicle has an OBD1 system which doesn't require a scan tool to retrieve codes.
Here is a link that explains how it's done:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ford-lincoln-mercury-obd1-1995-and-earlier-diagnostic-trouble-code-definition-and-retrieval
Next, here is a link that is focused on repairing a backfire, but primarily when the engine is running. But, it may provide some helpful insight.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-backfires-while-running
If this is happening when the key is off, there could be excessive carbon on the pistons which simply gets hot enough to ignite the fuel still in the system. If it is coming through the intake, you may have an intake valve that is failing.
Let me know how it runs when the engine is running, and if possible, record what it does and upload it for me to hear.
Take care,
Joe
Most backfiring issues are the result of an incorrect air/fuel mixture. However, if it is only happening when the engine is turned off, it sounds more like a dieseling issue.
What I would suggest is to first check if there are any diagnostic trouble codes stored in the computer. This vehicle has an OBD1 system which doesn't require a scan tool to retrieve codes.
Here is a link that explains how it's done:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ford-lincoln-mercury-obd1-1995-and-earlier-diagnostic-trouble-code-definition-and-retrieval
Next, here is a link that is focused on repairing a backfire, but primarily when the engine is running. But, it may provide some helpful insight.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-backfires-while-running
If this is happening when the key is off, there could be excessive carbon on the pistons which simply gets hot enough to ignite the fuel still in the system. If it is coming through the intake, you may have an intake valve that is failing.
Let me know how it runs when the engine is running, and if possible, record what it does and upload it for me to hear.
Take care,
Joe
Jul 28, 2022 at 6:47 AM
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