Heated Air Intake System - CARBURETED Models: Testing: Tr7

1980 Triumph SpitfireSECTION Tr7
  1. Disconnect vacuum line and apply a minimum of 9 in Hg. Flap should move to fully closed (hot) position. Remove vacuum, flap should return to fully open (cold) position.
  2. Disconnect sensor vacuum supply line and apply a minimum of 9 in. Hg vacuum to sensor. Flap valve should move to closed position and hold until vacuum is released.
  3. Apply 9 in. Hg vacuum to one-way check valve. Flap valve should close and hold closed for 20 seconds after vacuum is released.
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