If you drive an older vehicle, you have to worry about car troubles that most owners of modern vehicles have probably never heard of. For example, vehicles built prior to the mid-1980s utilize an engine component that hasn’t been in new production vehicles for close to 30 years. A carburetor pulls air into the engine […]
If you drive an older vehicle, you have to worry about car troubles that most owners of modern vehicles have probably never heard of. For example, vehicles built prior to the mid-1980s utilize an engine component that hasn’t been in new production vehicles for close to 30 years. A carburetor pulls air into the engine where it is mixed with fuel before flowing into the cylinders where it is burned to produce power. Carburetors were replaced by throttle body and multiport electronic fuel injections systems by the mid-80s, but owners of older vehicles will need to be on the lookout for signs of carburetor problems. Visit an automotive repair shop in Tucson if you notice any of the following signs:
Cold Starting Problems
Trouble starting your vehicle on cold mornings can be caused by a choke mechanism within the carburetor that fails to close and causes a rich fuel mixture when the engine is cold. The good news is that carburetor problem is fast and inexpensive to repair.
Hesitation When Accelerating
One of the most telling symptoms of a bad carburetor is hesitation when accelerating. This is typically the result of a lean fuel mixture, which means too much air and not enough fuel. A weak accelerator pump, worn throttle shafts, or dirt inside the carburetor are a few of the problems that might be causing the poor air/fuel mixture.
Rough Idle
Another recognizable sign of carburetor trouble is rough idling . In other words, if your engine is shaking, sputtering, or otherwise acting up when your vehicle is at a stop, you’ll need to bring your vehicle to a repair shop to have the carburetor looked at. This problem can also be caused an overly lean fuel mixture.
Automotive Recalibration works on all makes and models, regardless of how old the vehicle is. If you suspect any problems with the carburetor, visit our auto repair shop in Tucson and let one of our experienced technicians take a look. To learn more about our automotive repair services, call us at (520) 747-9229.
