Pickerill AEP CH 1 CM Rev
Pickerill AEP CH 1 CM Rev
Pickerill AEP CH 1 CM Rev
Sixth Edition
Ken Pickerill
Copyright © 2014 Delmar, Cengage Learning Copyright © 2014 Delmar, Cengage Learning
Automotive Engine Performance, Sixth Edition
C/M Chapter 1, Overview of Engine Performance
Objectives
Understand and Describe:
•The relationship of basic
engine construction to engine
performance
•The basic function of the
cooling, fuel, and air induction
systems
•Similarities between
distributor ignition systems and
distributorless ignition systems
Objectives
Understand and Describe:
•The relationship of intake and
exhaust systems to engine
performance
•The basic function of the
exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
valve
•The basic function of the
positive crankcase ventilation
(PCV) valve
Objectives
Understand and Describe:
•The function of the catalytic
converter
•The basic function of the
evaporative emissions system
•The basic differences
between OBD I and OBD II
Introduction
• Engine performance diagnosis requires a good
background knowledge of engines and electricity
• It is also important to understand how the vehicle’s
various systems are related to be able to determine the
system at fault
– Engine performance concerns may be perceived as
transmission concerns and vice-versa
• Diagnosis can require extensive electrical and scan tool
testing, as well as various mechanical tests
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