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The ignition wire set for direct ignition takes the ignition spark from the ignition coil(s) or coil pack and delivers it to the spark plugs. .
The ignition wire set for direct ignition takes the ignition spark from the ignition coil(s) or coil pack and delivers it to the spark plugs. .
The positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter, or crankcase emission filter, is connected to the fresh air side of the PCV system. Its purpose is to filter outside air before it enters the engine crankcase.
The positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter, or crankcase emission filter, is connected to the fresh air side of the PCV system. Its purpose is to filter outside air before it enters the engine crankcase.
The coolant additive for Diesel engines prevents engine damage by restoring the corrosion protective properties of the existing coolant. .
The coolant additive for Diesel engines prevents engine damage by restoring the corrosion protective properties of the existing coolant. .
The cooling fan clutch connects the mechanical cooling fan to the belt-driven pulley. The fan clutch disengages the fan when engine temperature is low and engages the fan when engine temperature is high.
The cooling fan clutch connects the mechanical cooling fan to the belt-driven pulley. The fan clutch disengages the fan when engine temperature is low and engages the fan when engine temperature is high.
In order to keep proper belt tension, the drive belt tensioner pushes the drive belt tensioner pulley against the drive belt. .
In order to keep proper belt tension, the drive belt tensioner pushes the drive belt tensioner pulley against the drive belt. .
The Diesel injection pump produces the high fuel pressure required by Diesel fuel injectors. Its shaft rotates in time with the engine, allowing it to send a high pressure fuel pulse to each injector at the proper time.
The Diesel injection pump produces the high fuel pressure required by Diesel fuel injectors. Its shaft rotates in time with the engine, allowing it to send a high pressure fuel pulse to each injector at the proper time.
Diesel engine oil provides internal engine lubrication for Diesel engines. It is specially formulated to meet the higher load demands common to Diesel engines.
Diesel engine oil provides internal engine lubrication for Diesel engines. It is specially formulated to meet the higher load demands common to Diesel engines.
The purpose of the high energy ignition (HEI) cap and rotor are to provide a mounting location for the powerful HEI ignition coil, which typically produces 80,000 volts. The HEI cap and rotor are also designed to distribute this high voltage to the ignition wires while providing insulation so that the intense spark won't arc to any nearby ground point, thus causing a misfire.
The purpose of the high energy ignition (HEI) cap and rotor are to provide a mounting location for the powerful HEI ignition coil, which typically produces 80,000 volts. The HEI cap and rotor are also designed to distribute this high voltage to the ignition wires while providing insulation so that the intense spark won't arc to any nearby ground point, thus causing a misfire.
Constantly variable transmission (CVT) transmission fluid is a special blend of base oils, friction modifiers and other additives that are designed to aid in the operation of a CVT transmission. Where a conventional automatic transmission utilizes a torque converterto transmit engine power and torque to the wheels a CVT transmission does not.
Constantly variable transmission (CVT) transmission fluid is a special blend of base oils, friction modifiers and other additives that are designed to aid in the operation of a CVT transmission. Where a conventional automatic transmission utilizes a torque converterto transmit engine power and torque to the wheels a CVT transmission does not.
The airflow for the HV battery is filtered by a serviceable air filter that is similar in design to an A/C cabin filter. As the hybrid system charges and discharges the high voltage hybrid battery pack, large amounts of heat are created.
The airflow for the HV battery is filtered by a serviceable air filter that is similar in design to an A/C cabin filter. As the hybrid system charges and discharges the high voltage hybrid battery pack, large amounts of heat are created.
The Diesel fuel filter removes contaminants from the fuel before it reaches the fuel injection pump and fuel injectors. .
The Diesel fuel filter removes contaminants from the fuel before it reaches the fuel injection pump and fuel injectors. .
The Diesel fuel injector is a nozzle-and-valve assembly that sprays a precise amount of fuel from the pressurized fuel system into the combustion chamber. .
The Diesel fuel injector is a nozzle-and-valve assembly that sprays a precise amount of fuel from the pressurized fuel system into the combustion chamber. .
The throttle body gasket is gasket made of paper or aluminum that is sandwiched between the throttle body and the intake manifold. Its purpose is to provide an air tight seal between these components so that incoming air can not bypass the throttle body.
The throttle body gasket is gasket made of paper or aluminum that is sandwiched between the throttle body and the intake manifold. Its purpose is to provide an air tight seal between these components so that incoming air can not bypass the throttle body.
The Diesel oil filter removes contaminants from the engine oil before it circulates throughout the engine. Diesel oil filters are commonly larger than their gas engine counterparts because of the increased contaminates generated by a Diesel engine.
The Diesel oil filter removes contaminants from the engine oil before it circulates throughout the engine. Diesel oil filters are commonly larger than their gas engine counterparts because of the increased contaminates generated by a Diesel engine.
The over head cam timing chain kit consists of the timing chain that links the crankshaft with the camshaft, as well as the hardware that goes with it. This hardware consists of the guides, tensioners, and sprockets necessary to secure such a lengthy chain.
The over head cam timing chain kit consists of the timing chain that links the crankshaft with the camshaft, as well as the hardware that goes with it. This hardware consists of the guides, tensioners, and sprockets necessary to secure such a lengthy chain.