1984 Ford Mustang Choke Stays Open

1984 FORD MUSTANG
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CAROLYNLWMA
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My mustang is a 1984 ford mustang. It has a 2.3L
engine. the choke is staying open on it. Help? Sugesstions.
Mar 18, 2006 at 8:30 AM
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Choke thermostat if so equipped also run some carb clean through the fuel. Make sure the outside of the carb is clean as well.
Mar 18, 2006 at 10:38 AM
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Check the choke thermostat if the carburetor is so equipped. Run carburetor cleaner through the fuel and clean the outside of the carburetor.

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Owner of a 1984 Ford Mustang 2.3L non-turbo four-cylinder reports the choke stays open. Expert suggests checking the choke thermostat if equipped, running carburetor cleaner through the fuel, and cleaning the outside of the carburetor.

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