EATC Vacuum lines at the engine compartment
Re: EATC Vacuum lines at the engine compartment
By the looks of it, I don't need any extension, just plug in the existing line into the motor pipe. That's it. Why did they bother with plastic extension in the first place? For the store, I used to shop at Pep Boys and it was a place to go for small things like that. They closed the retail part, only repair shops remain. AutoZone doesn't even come close.
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Re: EATC Vacuum lines at the engine compartment
That door with rubber flap is standard on all Scorpios (probably also.on Euro Granadas). Behind it is the drain route for water running off the windshield. The flap should be checked for/cleaned of debris at least every battery removal.
I too find PepBoys stocks a larger amount of car stuff, at least on the show floor, than some parts stores.
YMMV
I too find PepBoys stocks a larger amount of car stuff, at least on the show floor, than some parts stores.
YMMV
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Forgot to mention that along with some leaves in the flap door, I also found a plastic plug of sorts. It's 4.5" long and 1 5/8" wide with round edges, made of black plastic. Probably fell off from another hole in the compartment but given how twisted that is space is it might be a challenge to find its proper location.
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Re: EATC Vacuum lines at the engine compartment
Sounds like I need to check that drain...Ed Lijewski wrote: ↑Thu May 19, 2022 8:17 am That door with rubber flap is standard on all Scorpios (probably also.on Euro Granadas). Behind it is the drain route for water running off the windshield. The flap should be checked for/cleaned of debris at least every battery removal.
I too find PepBoys stocks a larger amount of car stuff, at least on the show floor, than some parts stores.
BTW Ed, Around me, many Pepboys are getting out of the showroom parts business and they are converting over to service centers only. So for "run of the mill" stuff I shifted to Advance Auto Parts or NAPA. However, ever more so, I am shopping online, and if I need it fast I go with Amazon.
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Re: EATC Vacuum lines at the engine compartment
Taking advantage of the long weekend, I went about fixing this problem. First, I disconnected electrical wires and remaining vacuum line on the top of the solenoid. Attaching bolt was missing and the solenoid sort of floated in the air. Brought it home and gave a WD-40 cleaning followed by a spray of Electronic Connections cleaner. Cut of the small part of vacuum line holding the broken snout. Both the snout and the housing showed some damage to plastic, either heat related or chemical. I am not sure but saw definite scoring in the area. Since the ends didn't fit right, I sanded each with rotary Dremel holding sandpaper head. Attached the snout with crazy glue but added a small sleeve from black electrical tape for a better fit. More crazy glue around edges secured an airtight fit. Left it overnight for curing. This afternoon browsing through my collection of Scorpio miscellaneous nuts and bolts, I found one perfect #10 screw to attach solenoid to metal-sheet. Re-connected gently the vacuum lines and electrical wires. Started the engine and it went with a roar. So, another fix done in the long quest for Scorpio OEM perfection. Thank to all who provided me with pictures and diagrams. Happy Memorial Day!
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Re: EATC Vacuum lines at the engine compartment
Post scriptum.
Did some driving today and noticed a better performance. Used to have this annoying thumping when taking my foot of the gas pedal. No more. Used to have hot air coming from the heater vent on rolled down windows. No more. Is this possible that one solenoid was responsible for that much of the car operation?
Did some driving today and noticed a better performance. Used to have this annoying thumping when taking my foot of the gas pedal. No more. Used to have hot air coming from the heater vent on rolled down windows. No more. Is this possible that one solenoid was responsible for that much of the car operation?
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Re: EATC Vacuum lines at the engine compartment
Yes.
Absolutely.
Each symptom described relates to inadequate vacuum via the vacuum reservoir ball and/or the Fresh air/RECIRC solenoid circuits.
YMMV
Absolutely.
Each symptom described relates to inadequate vacuum via the vacuum reservoir ball and/or the Fresh air/RECIRC solenoid circuits.
YMMV
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Re: EATC Vacuum lines at the engine compartment
OK. I see. It's a pleasure to see another thing fixed to enjoy a better ride.