Guides: Automotive: Engines and Engine Systems

eBooks

Internal Combustion Engine Handbook Published by the Society of Automotive Engineers, this book comprehensively captures expert knowledge and covers all major aspects of the Internal Combustion Engines, both diesel and standard ignition.
Automobile Mechanical and Electrical Systems - Chapter 2 Engine Systems The third edition of Automobile Mechanical and Electrical Systems concentrates on core technologies to provide the essential information required to understand how different vehicle systems work. It gives a complete overview of the components and workings of a vehicle from the engine through to the chassis and electronics.

Online Articles

Analysis and Validation of the Dynamic Method for Diagnosing Diesel Engine Connecting Rod Bearings The paper considers the problems related with diagnosing diesel engine crank gears, and presents most widely used methods for their diagnosis. The authors provide arguments in favour of dynamic health status identification of connecting-rod bearings in terms of the oil layer thickness.
Car Engine Information The Car Engine Information Channel explores engine performance, maintenance and new fuel technologies. Learn how car engines work.
Car Exhaust and Emissions This section can help you keep your exhaust system working properly. Learn how mufflers, catalytic converters and oxygen sensors work.
How Automotive Exhaust Systems Work From the website HowStuffWorks - Truthfully, an individual car's emissions are relatively low, compared to other sources of pollution. But when hundreds of thousands of people are each sitting in a car, packing a highway to capacity, the cumulative effects are enormous.

Online Videos

Cylinder Head Service Using a detailed, step-by-step approach, this program takes viewers through the intricate process of engine cylinder head service. Students will gain a thorough understanding of head disassembly, head cleaning and inspection, valve grinding, seat grinding, three-angle valve work, and head reassembly. Part of the series Automotive Engines. (25 minutes)
Engine Bottom-End Construction Guiding students through a major component of automotive power, this video summarizes the design and construction of engine bottom-end or short-block assemblies. It explains how bottom-end parts are made and illustrates exactly what they do inside an engine, while comparing and contrasting various part designs. Configurations for the cylinder block, crankshaft, connecting rods, bearings, and pistons—including detailed explanations of part movement and functions—are explained with the help of crystal-clear narration and easy-to-understand graphics and animation. Part of the series Automotive Engines. (22 minutes)
Engine Diagnosis, Intake and Exhaust, and Emissions A great auto technician is more than a gearhead—he or she needs keen analytical thinking skills to diagnose engine problems. This video guides car techs at all instructional levels in strategic engine diagnosis and the components of a car’s intake system, exhaust system, and emissions controls. A viewable/printable instructor’s guide including an ASE/NATEF task correlation checklist is available online. A Shopware Production. A part of the Engine Performance ASE Certification Series. (34 minutes)
Engine Front-End Construction This video guides students through the workings of front-end engine components. Viewers will receive an overview of basic front-end parts, including an outline of the three types of cam drives, and in-depth sections on the construction of timing gears, timing chains, timing belts, harmonic balancers, and front covers. Part of the series Automotive Engines. (16 minutes)
Engine Teardown, Cleaning, and Inspection This video demonstrates the most important tasks involved in disassembling, inspecting, cleaning, organizing, and measuring engine parts. All major stages of engine tear-down and reassembly are shown, including front-end disassembly, cylinder head removal, piston and rod removal, crankshaft removal, part cleaning, and part inspection. Part of the series automotive Engines. (32 minutes)
Engine Fundamentals This video provides a detailed look at professional car engine reassembly. Viewers will learn the ins and outs of engine block and head reassembly and the installation of the cylinder head, timing mechanism, cover, oil pan, oil pump, and intake manifold.
Engine Reassembly This video provides a detailed look at professional car engine reassembly. Viewers will learn the ins and outs of engine block and head reassembly and the installation of the cylinder head, timing mechanism, cover, oil pan, oil pump, and intake manifold. Part of the series Automotive Engines. (24 minutes)
Engine Top-End Construction This video is the ideal visual aid for any hands-on course in automotive engine technology. In the cylinder head construction section, viewers will learn the configuration of the cylinder head, head gasket, valve cover, camshaft, cylinder head ports, combustion chambers, and other components. The valve construction section shows proper valve sealing, spring tension, and valve parts—keepers, retainers, spring, seal, and more. The valve train construction section explains a common overhead camshaft design, showing the action of the cam, lifter, pushrod, rocker arm, valves, and other essential parts. Part of the series Automotive Engines. (18 minutes)
Short-Block Service This video shows how to properly install all components into the cylinder block. Part of the series Automotive Engines. (26 minutes)

Engine Components

Main Components of a A 4-Stroke Internal Combustion Engine "The overall construction and components of a regular internal combustion engine." -- taken form website
Technical Volkswagon Magazine Written by Paruzzi Car Parts, this magazine evolves around Classic Volkswagens. However it is a very good source for some background information about classic cars.

Books in the Library

Automated Driving and Driver Assistance Systems Automated vehicles are set to transform the world. Automated driving vehicles are here already and undergoing serious testing in several countries around the world. This book explains the technologies in language that is easy to understand and accessible to all readers. It covers the subject from several angles but in particular shows the links to existing ADAS technologies already in use in all modern vehicles. There is a lot of hype in the media at the moment about autonomous or driverless cars, and while some manufacturers expect to have vehicles available from 2020, they will not soon take over and it will be some time before they are commonplace. However, it is very important to be ready for the huge change of direction that automated driving will take. This is the first book of its type available and complements Tom Denton's other books.
Automotive Engines : Diagnosis, Repair, and Rebuilding (7th edition) This complete textbook provides detailed content on the theory of operation, diagnosis, repair, and rebuilding of automotive engines.
Automotive Mechanics (10th edition) Part 1. Introduction to motor vehicles -- Part 2. Running gear -- Part 3. Engines and engine systems -- Part 4. Transmissions and drives -- Part 5. Petrol fuel and engine management -- Part 6. Diesel engines -- Part 7. Electrical basics -- Part 8. Electrical systems -- Part 9. Alternative drive systems -- Part 10. Safety, security and convenience.