Oil Pump Failure and What Causes It

February 24, 2020

Oil Pump Failure — What It Is and What You Need to Know


Common Oil Pump Failure Symptoms


10 Causes of Oil Pump Failure


1. Low Engine Oil Levels


2. Infrequent Oil Changes


3. Wear and Tear Over Time


4. Engine Sludge


5. Oil Contamination


6. Open Bypass Valves


7. Malfunctioning Oil Passages or Oil Lines


8. Restricting the Oil Suction Tube


9. Incorrect Bearing Clearance


10. Improper Installation


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Engine Valves — What Do They Do and How to Correct Failure

February 24, 2020

What Is the Engine Valve?


Engine Valve Function and Purpose


Intake vs. Exhaust Valves


A Diesel Engine Valve Failure Analysis


Bent Diesel Engine Valves


Burnt Diesel Engine Valves


Signs of Engine Valve Failure


How to Correct Engine Valve Failure


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How Do Diesel Engines Work?

November 6, 2019

What Is the Difference Between a Diesel Engine and a Gasoline Engine?


1. Diesel Engines Throttle Fuel, Not Air


2. Diesel Engines Use Superheated Air to Ignite the Fuel


3. Diesel Engines Use Different Fuel


How Diesel Engines Work


1. Intake Stroke


2. Compression Stroke


3. Combustion Stroke


4. Exhaust Stroke


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