XJ6 & XJ12 Series I, II & III 1968-1992

tips for anyone trying to adjust the idle

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Old 08-19-2021, 09:15 PM
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hi: i finally found the illusive idle adjustment hex headed screw buried in the engine. i read someone modified a 7/32 allen wrench so i did it too. the following pics might help the next xj6 owner looking to adjust their idle:

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tips for anyone trying to adjust the idle-nvietwe.jpg

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tips for anyone trying to adjust the idle-riri1j4.jpg

 
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Old 08-19-2021, 09:17 PM
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changed the bend from 90 degrees to approx. 45 degrees using a vise and a small pipe
 
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