Basic Engine Components
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By Dave Rongey
Summary: Identifying Basic Engine Components and their function.
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Identifying Basic Engine Components
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Lets take a look at Basic Engine Components.
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EXAMPLE: Engine System Components of a 1994 Honda Civic.
Typical Basic Engine Components
Here are the Basic Engine Components you'll need to identify for your car.
* PLEASE NOTE This discussion is limited to this particular
car. Your car might be different. Verify the
exact wiring for your application requirements.
Wiring Table
Basic Engine Components
Under the Hood - Engine Area |
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The Basic Engine Components Identified in this photo include:
The air intake tube that leads to the air cleaner.
The throttle body where air enters the engine of the car.
The accelerator which is controlled by the gas pedal and controls the speed of the engine.
The gas line that supplies fuel from the gas tank to the engine.
The fuel injection assembly which distributes the fuel and air mixture into the engine cylinders.
The valve cover over the top of the cylinders of the engine.
The spark plugs and set of wires that provide ignition for the cylinders.
The distributor cap containing the rotor which sends electrical power to each spark plug.
The oil inlet cap where oil is added to keep the engine lubricated.
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I Hope this Description of Basic Engine Components Helps You!
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