A Series Diesel Engine Base Engine Components 148
Base Engine Components
Operation and Description
This section of the manual defines the base engine
components, describes the operation of those
components, provides guidelines for diagnosing
malfunctions and gives procedures for component
replacement and in-chassis overhaul.
Definition
For the purpose of this manual, Base Engine
Components are defined as mechanical functions not
included in the other major engine systems. The
components include:
z Valve Train and Cylinder Gear Head
z Front Gear Housing and Gear Train
z Camshaft, Tappets and Push Rods
z Piston and Connecting Rod Assemblies
z Crankshaft and Main Bearings
z Cylinder Block