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Vacuum Advance Test

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Connect timing light to engine. Start and run engine at idle. Verify idle speed and base timing are set to specification. Disconnect and plug vacuum hoses at distributor advance and retard diaphragms (if equipped). Increase engine speed to 2500 RPM. Check ignition timing. Connect vacuum hose and verify that ignition timing advances.