Troubleshooting and Repairing Diesel Engines, 4th Edition

The Fourth Edition of Troubleshooting and Repairing Diesel Engines presents the latest advances in diesel technology. Comprehensive and practical, this revised classic equips you with all of the state-of-the-art tools and techniques needed to keep diesel engines running in top condition. Written by master mechanic and bestselling author Paul Dempsey, this hands-on resource covers new engine technology, electronic engine management, biodiesel fuels, and emissions controls. The book also contains cutting-edge information on diagnostics?fuel systems?mechanical and electronic governors?cylinder heads and valves?engine mechanics?turbochargers?electrical basics?starters and generators?cooling systems?exhaust aftertreatment?and more. Packed with over 350 drawings, schematics, and photographs, the updated Troubleshooting and Repairing Diesel Engines features: New material on biodiesel and straight vegetable oil fuels Intensive reviews of troubleshooting procedures New engine repair procedures and tools State-of-the-art turbocharger techniques A comprehensive new chapter on troubleshooting and repairing electronic engine management systems A new chapter on the worldwide drive for greener, more environmentally friendly diesels About The Author Foreword Chapter 1 : Rudolf Diesel Chapter 2 : Diesel Basics Chapter 3 : Engine Installation Chapter 4 : Basic Troubleshooting Chapter 5 : Mechanical Fuel Systems Chapter 6 : Electronic Management Ststems Chapter 7 : Cylinder Heads and Valves Chapter 8 : Engine Mechanics Chapter 9 : Air Systems Chapter 10 : Electrical Fundamentals Chapter 11 : Starting and Generating Systems Chapter 12 : Cooling systems Chapter 13 : Greener Diesels