Diesel Engine and Fuel System Repair

Written by a practitioner, this comprehensive guide presents all the information and skills needed by the proficient diesel mechanic. Throughout, the material emphasizes the practical, "nuts-and-bolts" aspects of the trade. Each chapter contains a brief introduction, a list of objectives, and a general treatment of the subject at hand, a treatment of related component parts and nomenclature that familiarizes readers with terms and parts and a detailed discussion of the theory of operation, repair and overhaul, assembly, testing, and adjustment. Procedures are highlighted for easy reference. Also included are practical advice and approaches to troubleshooting as well as summaries, lists of review questions, and numerous illustrations.