| Navigating
the engine bay |
1.
Fuel Inlet pipe
This is where the fuel enters the Injection manifold |
2.
Injection Manifold
This is where the fuel is mixed with air and then injected into the
engine for combustion |
3.
Servo Unit
this uses the vacuum created in the injection manifold to aid braking |
4.
Brake fluid resevoir
Keep this topped up but watch out for leaks and loss due to low brake
linings |
5.
Suspension strut.
This is where the shock absorber (top) bolts to the inner wing |
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6.
Oil Filter
This filters the oil that flows round the engine. Replaced during
service.
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7.
Ignition Leads
These carry the power from the distributor to the spark plugs to
ignite the fuel mixture
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8.
Air intake
This is where the air enters the engine. this tube leads to the
air filter which is replaced in service
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9.
Top Water Hose
This is usually the highest point of the water cooling system.
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10.
Alternator
This produces electricity which charges your battery to power the
electrical system etc..
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11.
Thermostat Housing
Remove this cover to replace the thermostat
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12.
Radiator
Cools the water system with the aid of a fan driven at the water
pump. Drain tap usually located at the base.
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13.
Fan Belt
Uses the turning of the crank to turn and power alternator, water
pump, power steering pump and air conditioning
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14.
Water Pump
Driven by the fan belt pumps water around the engine to provide
cooling
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15.
Rocker Box Cover
Covers the camshafts in OHC engines or Rocker Valves in OHV engines
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16.
Oil Filler Cap
Remove
this cap to add oil to engine.Check level with dipstick
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17.
Dipstick
Use this to check level of oil in engine (Should read max) |
18.
Radiator Filler Cap
Remove this only when engine is cool to add water.(Some cars may have
an expansion bottle where you can add water) |
Knowing
your way around the engine is important if you want to do your own
routine maintainance. This picture is for illustration pupoes only.
you might find that your engine bay is arranged differently but
this should be a good guide what to look for.
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