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1987 Ford F150 kirk

160,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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OREGONDUCKFAN23
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why does the engine stall when pushing on the gas padle. And it has a rich gas smell. and the exzost is black If you could help
Sep 10, 2010 at 11:40 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Sounds like its running to Ritchie rich

Probable causes of an engine running rich are as follows:

1.Fuel pressure not within specs.Can be cause by restricted fuel return line or defective fuel pressure regulator.
2.Defective Oxygen Sensors.
3.Leaking injectors.
4.Coolant temperature sensor out of calibration.
5.Restricted air intake system.
Sep 10, 2010 at 1:12 PM
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