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Transmission Controlled Spark System: Description

1979 Buick models incorporate a Transmission Controlled Spark (TCS) system on vehicles with man. trans. This system controls spark advance according to gear selection. The system consists of a solenoid valve located in the ported vacuum hose to the distributor, a shift linkage-operated electrical switch and necessary vacuum hoses and wiring.