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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1985C 10 P/U 2WD V8-305 5.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSMIXTURE CONTROL SOLENOIDDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1985 Chevrolet C 10 P/U 2WD V8-305 5.0L
Mixture Control Solenoid: Description and Operation
1985 Chevrolet C 10 P/U 2WD V8-305 5.0LSECTION Description and Operation
Fuel flow through the carburetor idle/main circuit is controlled by MC solenoid controlled metering rods. The MC solenoid controls air/fuel mixtures by allowing more or less fuel to flow through the carburetor. The ECM controls MC solenoid operation by completing or breaking the solenoid ground circuit.
When the MC solenoid is energized (down position), fuel flow is reduced, providing leaner mixtures. When the solenoid circuit is open (up position), more fuel is allowed to flow, providing richer mixtures. The ECM cycles the MC solenoid ``on and off'' at a fixed rate of 10 times per second, but varies the amount of time that the solenoid is energized per cycle (dwell period) to control air/fuel mixture.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.