BASIC VEHICLE TECHNOLOGIES 2: ENGINES

What is the compression ratio range in the Variable-Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo) engine?

8:1 to 14:1

For vehicles with a Cummins® V8 diesel engine, how will a driver know if the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) level is low?

A warning light illuminates when the level is low A gauge in the instrument cluster shows the DEF level

What does an intake manifold do?

Channels fresh air into the cylinders

What helps to give the MR16DDT 4-cylinder engine the power of a larger engine?

Direct Injection Gasoline and turbocharging

What feature of the HR16DE 4-cylinder engine helps to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce emissions?

Dual Injector System

What is the benefit of the Active Torque Rod in the Variable-Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo) engine?

Helps reduce engine noise and vibration by producing counterbalancing vibrations

How long does it take for the ceramic glow plugs in the Cummins® V8 diesel engine to warm each cylinder in cold weather?

Less than 4 seconds

What are the advantages of the compacted graphite iron (CGI) cylinder block in the Cummins® V8 diesel engine compared to traditional iron?

Stronger Lighter

The Cummins® V8 diesel engine uses a two-stage turbocharger system which helps reduce ____.

Turbo lag