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Spark Control Computer Spark Advance Test
- Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Disconnect carburetor switch or unground it by placing a piece of paper between curb idle adjusting screw and switch. Be sure that coolant temperature sensor is connected and working properly.
- Remove and plug vacuum hose at vacuum transducer. Connect an auxiliary vacuum supply to vacuum transducer and apply 16 in. Hg. Increase engine speed to 2000 RPM and wait 1 minute before checking specifications. Advance specifications are in addition to basic advance. See Spark Advance Test Specifications table
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Spark Advance Test Specifications
| Computer Part No. |
Spark Advance |
| 4145907 |
30-38° |
| 4145980 |
30-38° |
| 4145996 |
30-38° |
| 4145998 |
30-38° |
| 4289034 |
16-24° |
- If computer fails to obtain settings, replace computer.