Fundamentals of
Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Systems

Table of Contents
Select a Lesson

Part I -- Gasoline Fuel Systems

Lesson 1: Characteristics of Gasoline

1-1. Introduction

1-2. Volatility in Gasoline

1-3. Gasoline Purity

1-4. Deicing Agents

1-5. Antiknock Quality

 

Lesson 2: Principles, Construction, and Function of Gasoline Fuel Systems

2-1. Introduction

2-2. Fuel Tanks

2-3. Fuel Filters

2-4. Fuel Pumps

2-5. Fuel Tank Ventilation Systems

2-6. Intake Manifold

2-7. Air Filters

2-8. Principles of Carburetion

2-9. Construction of the Basic Carburetor

2-10. Systems of the Carburetor

Part II -- Diesel Fuel Systems

Lesson 3: Characteristics of Diesel Fuel.

3-1. Introduction

3-2. Characteristics of Diesel Fuels

Lesson 4: Function and Construction of Diesel Fuel Systems

4-1. Introduction

4-2. Combustion Chamber Design

4-3. Injection Systems

4-4. Fuel Supply Pumps

4-5. Governors

4-6. Timing Device

4-7. Cold Weather Starting Aids

4-8. Fuel Filters

4-9. Engine Retarder System

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