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Ford Motor Co. Cold Start Spark Hold System: Description

Used on some engines, the Cold Start Spark Hold System provides momentary spark advance hold during acceleration when engine is cold, and is used to provide improved cold engine acceleration. System consists of a Cold Start Spark Hold Ported Vacuum Switch (CSSH PVS), a restrictor, an intake manifold vacuum tap, and on some models, a Spark Delay Valve (SDV).