Solution Manual For Automotive Engines Diagnosis, Repair, and Rebuilding 9th Edition by Tim Gilles, Tim LeVan

Solution Manual For Automotive Engines Diagnosis, Repair, and Rebuilding 9th Edition by Tim Gilles, Tim LeVan-The purpose of this chapter is to introduce students to the basic construction and operation of an internal combustion engine. It describes the many engine components and how to identify the various pieces. Also explained are the different engine classifications along with the different systems and how they work together to keep the engine operating effectively. CHAPTER OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this chapter, the student should be able to:  Explain the principles of internal combustion engine operation.  Identify internal combustion engine parts by name.  Explain various engine classifications and systems. COMPLETE LIST OF CHAPTER ACTIVITIES AND ASSESSMENTS For additional guidance, refer to the Teaching Online Guide. Chapter Objective Activity/Assessment Source (i.e., PPT slide, Workbook) Duration Explain the principles of internal combustion engine operation. Icebreaker PPT slide 2 10–15 mins Identify internal combustion engine parts by name. Activity PPT slide 27 10–20 minutes Explain various engine classifications and systems. Self-Assessment PPT slide 29 5–10 minutes [return to top] 3 KEY TERMS BDC: Bottom Dead Center, referring to the location of the piston at the bottom of the stroke bimetal engine: Engines composed of cast iron block and aluminum heads blowby: Gasses that escape past piston rings companion cylinders: term given to pairs of cylinders found in engines with even number of cylinders compression ratio: the ratio at which the air fuel gas mixture is compressed displacement: refers to the volume that the piston displaces in the cylinder firing order: The sequence in which the spark plugs fire in each cylinder lower end: Refers to the location at the bottom of the block where the crankshaft and bearings are located TDC: Top Dead Center, referring to the location of the piston at the top of the stroke transverse engine: term given to the engines in front wheel drive vehicles