Synopsis
One of the only references of its kind to devote chapters to the intricacies of electrical equipment in diesel engine and fuel system repair, this cutting-edge manual incorporates the latest in diesel engine technology, giving users a solid introduction to the technology, operation, and overhaul of heavy duty diesel engines and their respective fuel and electronics systems.The reference covers all aspects of technician professionalism and image, diesel engine operating fundamentals, understanding horsepower, combustion systems, engine diagnosis, cylinder blocks and liners, crankshaft, main bearings, vibration damper, pulleys, flywheels and flywheel housings, camshafts, followers/lifters, pushrods, rocker arms, and timing gear train, lubrication systems, cooling systems, air inlet/exhaust systems, general types of fuel systems, mechanical and electronic governor operations, several types of fuel systems, electrical fundamentals, alternator charging systems and electric starting motors.For automotive and diesel technicians.