The speed switch is integral with the speedometer head located in the instrument
panel. To replace the speed switch, refer to Instrument Cluster Removal and
Installation in Section 6.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly.
- Disconnect the air hoses and vacuum lines from the valve.
- Unfasten the solenoid wiring.
- Remove the securing nuts and withdraw the valve.
- Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.
The coasting valve is removed and installed in the same manner as the anti-afterburn
valve.
- Remove the coasting valve. See the section above.
- Remove the carburetor as detailed in section 5.
- Disconnect the wiring from the switch.
- Unfasten the securing screws and remove the switch.
- Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. After installing
the switch, adjust it as outlinedpreviously.
- Remove the air cleaner and the hot air duct.
- Disconnect the air hose, the vacuum lines, and the solenoid wiring from
the valve.
- Unfasten the screws which secure the valve and remove it.
- Air supply valve installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.
- Drain the coolant from the radiator enough to bring the coolant level below
the temperature switch.
CAUTION
When draining engine coolant, keep in mind that cats and dogs are attracted
to ethylene glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is left in an uncovered
container or in puddles on the ground. This will prove fatal in sufficient
quantity. Always drain coolant into a sealable container. Coolant should
be reused unless it is contaminated or is several years old.
- Remove the alternator and drive belt if they are in the way.
- Disconnect the switch multiconnector.
- Use an open-end wrench to remove the switch.
- Installation is the reverse of removal.
