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Transmission Controlled Spark System: Description

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Buick models incorporate a Transmission Controlled Spark (TCS) system on manual transmission-equipped vehicles. The system controls vacuum advance according to gear selection. It consists of a solenoid valve located in the ported vacuum line to the distributor, a shift linkage operated electrical switch, and necessary vacuum hoses and wiring.