Stalls After Start - Hot

Definition: Engine starts OK, but (1) Dies after brief idle; (2) Dies as soon as any load is placed on the engine (such as A/C is turned "ON" or transmission engaged); (3) Dies on initial driveaway.

- Visual (physical) check:
- Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and proper connections as shown on Vehicle Emission Control Information label.
- Make sure hot air tube is connected to air cleaner.
- Check proper operation of THERMAC.
- Check carburetor choke and vacuum breaks for proper operation.
- Check float level using external float gage.
- Check carburetor accelerator pump operation.
- Check EGR valve for proper operation.
- Check for overcharged A/C system
- Check for obvious overheating problems:
- Low coolant.
- Loose water pump belt.
- Restricted air flow to radiator or restricted water flow through radiator.