INSPECTOR'S  GUIDE

 FOR VEHICLE  EMISSIONS

                  CONTROL
Colorado
State
University
DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL SCIENCES
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INSPECTOR'S  GUIDE  FOR VEHICLE  EMISSIONS CONTROL
           Developed by the M.V.E.C. Staff
          Department of Industrial Sciences
              Colorado State University
           Fort Collins, Colorado    80523
            B. D. Hayes, Project Director
       M. T. Maness, Associate Project Director
             B. D. Lee, Co-Investigator
           R. A. Ragazzi, Co-Investigator
                     July, 1978
                   Funded Through

          Project                  Grant
       31-1972-1167             T900621-01-0
       33-1972-1191             T900718-01-0
           Environmental Protection Agency
       Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
                        27711
              Bruce Hogarth, Director

                     COPYRIGHT  ©
              Colorado State University
                         1977

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                     ACKNOWLEDGMENTS








The Motor Vehicle Emissions Control Staff of the Department



of Industrial Sciences at Colorado State University would



like to acknowledge the efforts extended by the Environmental



Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, for their contribu-



tions to the development of this booklet.








A special thanks must be extended to the automotive vehicle



equipment and parts manufacturers for their cooperation and



assistance in the development of this training material.
                       DISCLAIMER








This is not an official policy and standards document.  The



opinions, findings, and conclusions are those of the authors



and not necessarily those of the Environmental Protection



Agency.  Every attempt has been made to represent the present



state of the  art as well as subject areas still under evalua-



tion.  Any mention of products or organizations does not



constitute endorsement by the United States Environmental




Protection Agency.
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                           INTRODUCTION


The objective of this material is to give the automotive emissions
control inspector the technical and background knowledge needed to
perform a satisfactory emissions inspection on an automobile.   This is,
however, limited to taking an exhaust sample and reading the results on
an emissions analyzer.  This material does not contain the standards set
by state or federal government.  The background material contained
herein will provide the inspector with basic general  information about
automotive emissions and automotive emissions controls.  It is in no
way conclusive and should be used only to help the inspector acquire a
job entry level of proficiency.

The overall objectives of this packet are to provide the basic knowledge
needed to inspect a vehicle for motor vehicle emissions control.  Since
passage of the Clean Air Act, much emphasis has been placed on automotive
emissions control devices.  It is important that the emissions inspector
have a basic understanding of these devices, their purposes, and functions
to provide meaningful dialogue to the automobile owner as questions arise.

These instructional materials provide the inspector with technical infor-
mation  on  emissions control systems and related narratives on the infrared
analyzer.  The knowledge gained by studying this material should provide the
inspector with the basic information needed to understand the concepts of
the various emissions control systems presently on automobiles.  It should
also provide a basic understanding of the cause of vehicle emissions and
a basic understanding of how the infrared analyzer is used to determine the
amount of HC and CO emissions produced by a vehicle.  Proficiency on the
use of the analyzer can be gained only through experience.

A gaseous ghost named VEC (Vehicle Emissions Control) is used in many of
the illustrations.  This method of presentation is used to visually
emphasize points which are basic and considered important for an under-
standing of the concept.
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                            ASSUMPTIONS


The following assumptions were made  in  the  development of this material.

     1.  These materials are designed for inspector's use.

     2.  The inspector will  not necessarily have  to  do any  repair work.

     3.  The inspector will  have state  and/or federal emissions
         standards available.

     4.  The inspector will  have the necessary rules and regulations
         governing emissions inspection for that  particular area in
         which he is working.

     5.  The inspector may provide advice to the  vehicle owner concern-
         ing possible causes for the failure of an automobile and
         actions that need to be taken  to correct identified problems.

     6.  The inspector will  have had proper instruction  on  the  use,
         calibration and maintenance of the exhaust gas  analyzer and
         have the proper instruction book for the analyzer.

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                            CONTENTS
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CHAPTER 1
   Inspection/Maintenance Programs 	   1
      Purpose of Inspect!on/Maintenace Programs  	   2
      Reasons Why Vehicles Fail Emissions Inspection 	   2
      Advantages of Inspection/Maintenance Programs	   2
      Components of an Inspection Program  	   3
         -Types of Inspection- 	   3
             Idle Mode Test	   3
             Loaded Mode Test	   4
         -Approaches to Accomplishing Inspections  	   6
         -Advantages and Disadvantages of Inspection Program ....   6
             Centralized Inspection   	   6
             Decentralized Inspection  	   7
         -Types of Emissions Inspectors   	   8
         -Needed Emissions Testing Instrumentation-  	   9
             Exhaust Gas Analyzers 	   9
             Chassis Dynamometer  	  10

CHAPTER 2
   Cause and Effect of Automobile Emissions	  11
      Smog	  14
      Cause of Hydrocarbon Emissions	15
      Effects of Hydrocarbon Emissions 	  19
      Cause of NO  Emissions	  19
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      Effects of NO  Emissions	  20
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      Cause of Carbon Monoxide Emissions  	  20
      Effect of Carbon Monoxide Emissions  	  22
      Cause of Particulate Emissions	22
      Effects of Particulate Emissions 	  23
      Cause of SO  Emissions	  23
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      Effect  of SO  Emissions	24
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CHAPTER 3
   The Nondispersive Infrared Gas Analyzer and  Its Use	   27
      Infrared Exhaust Gas Analyzer 	   28
         -Background Information- 	   28
      Typical Meters and Controls 	   30
      Connection, Warm-up and Calibration 	   32
      Meter Readings and Probable Malfunctions   	   33

CHAPTER 4
   Emissions Control Systems   	   41
      Positive Crankcase Ventilation System  	   42
      Thermostatic Air Cleaner   	   46
      Air  Injection Reaction   	    51
      Fuel Evaporative Control   	   65
      Exhaust Gas Recirculation  	    79
      Spark  Control	    87
      Catalytic  Converter System  	   105
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           CHAPTER 1
INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS

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        PURPOSE  OF INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE  PROGRAMS
An Inspection Maintenance  (I/M) program is one method that  can be uti-
lized to aid in meeting  National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)
for mobile source related  pollutants.  I/M programs are composed of two
basic functions.  The first  is  inspection.  The inspection  phase consists
of checking the vehicle  exhaust to determine if the exhaust gases exceed
specified standards for  hydrocarbons  (HC) and carbon monoxide  (CO) emis-
sions.  The second phase is  the maintenance of the vehicle. This takes
into account the diagnosis,  adjustment, parts replacement or repairs
necessary to bring the  vehicle's exhaust emissions to or below specified
standards.

I/M programs are a logical extension  of the Federal Motor Vehicle  Emis-
sions Control Program (FMVCP).  The FMVCP provides the public  with  ve-
hicles that meet low emissions  standards.  This is accomplished  through
certification of new vehicle prototypes to ensure they meet federal
standards, selective enforcement auditing of production vehicles  and
recalling of vehicle types that fail  in-use surveillance checks.
      REASONS  WHY VEHICLES  FAIL  EMISSIONS  INSPECTION
A large number of vehicles purchased  by the public do not continue  to
meet emissions standards.  Some of the reasons for failing to  meet
emissions standards are:
     1)  Because of disabled emissions control systems.
     2)  Because of adjustments made  to various engine parameters
         not in accordance with manufacturers' specifications.
     3)  Because owners  are  not aware of, or choose to ignore, manu-
         facturers' suggested vehicle maintenance schedules.
       ADVANTAGES OF  INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE  PROGRAMS
I/M programs provide some  definite advantages  over alternative strat-
egies such as mass transit,  parking control and car and van pooling.

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I/M programs offer the  following  advantages:
1)  I/M is the least disruptive for today's lifestyle,  therefore,  it
    is the most easily accepted method by the public for reducing
    motor vehicle related pollutants.
2)  I/M programs tend to provide the incentive for the  public to keep
    their vehicles better maintained and tuned,  and in  this  respect
    supplement the FMVCP.
3)  I/M programs are a deterrent to tampering.  As of September, 1977,
    thirty states had anti-tampering laws on the books.   These laws
    are ineffective without an I/M program.  A tampering inspection
    incorporated into an I/M program would serve as a deterrent to
    tampering and put teeth into the existing laws.
4)  I/M programs are presently in operation in various  cities and
    states across the nation.  In this respect I/M programs  are not
    an unknown entity.  Considerable data is available  related to
    I/M program implementation and operation.
5)  I/M programs have been successful  in reducing motor vehicle
    related pollutants.  In this respect it is a way for Air Quality
    Control Regions (AQCR) to implement a structure to  aid in reaching
    the air quality standards requirement under Section 110  of the
    Clean Air Act.
             COMPONENTS  OF AN  INSPECTION  PROGRAM
- Types of Inspection -
The minimum requirements of a workable vehicle emissions inspection pro-
gram are that the inspection is short, applicable to warmed-up vehicles
and that it is able to identify high emitting vehicles.   Two testing
procedures which satisfy these criteria are the idle mode and the  loaded
mode tests.
                           Idle Mode Test
The idle mode test is used to determine the amount of hydrocarbon  (HC)
and carbon monoxide (CO) emissions produced from the exhaust systems of
vehicles.   The test is made with the vehicle in  a neutral  gear or  park

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and the engine at idle.  Often,emissions levels are recorded at the
manufacturer's recommended idle, then the engine speed is  increased  to
approximately 2250 revolutions per minute (rpm) for a high idle speed
test.  Often,the standards must be met at both levels.  The test is
conducted utilizing an HC and CO exhaust gas analyzer which samples
the exhaust emissions by the induction of a probe in the exhaust
system.

The idle mode test provides a viable method for identifying vehicles
with high emissions levels.  The test procedure is simple to perform
and requires relatively little technician training.   Inspection lanes
using this method can accomodate a greater capacity,  thus resulting in
lower operating cost per vehicle inspection.  An additional advantage
is that the procedure can be easily duplicated at repair  facilities to
confirm that emissions related repair and maintenance has been success-
ful.
                          Loaded Mode Test
There are two types of loaded mode tests - the steady state and the
transient.  The transient type is not presently being used in any of
the existing I/M programs and will not be discussed in this presenta-
tion.  For additional information refer to the EPA publication 400-2-
76-001 "Information Document on Automobile Emissions  Inspection and
Maintenance Programs," Section 4.

The steady state loaded mode test samples the exhaust emissions with
the vehicle in a forward drive gear simulating a driving  condition.
Emissions are tested at high cruise, low cruise and idle mode operating
states.  A chassis dynamometer is used to load the vehicle and simulate
these conditions.  Readings are taken in each mode after  the emissions
stabilize by utilizing the volumetric procedure, i.e. by  a standard
exhaust emissions analyzer.

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The loaded mode testing provides a better indication of total  emissions

because it includes the simulation of an actual  driving condition.   In

addition, the simulation has the capability of providing better diagnostic

information for a "trained" mechanic in terms of actual engine malfunctions

and  misadjustments.  These advantages come at the expense of greater test-

ing cost due to the need of a chassis dynamometer and in some  cases a

NO  analyzer along with increased time to perform the test.
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A summary of the idle mode and steady state loaded mode testing character-

istics are shown in the following illustration.
            CHARACTERISTICS OF IDLE MODE AND LOADED MODE TESTING
       Idle Mode Testing
    Loaded Mode Testing
      (Steady State)
  1.  Simple test procedure
      which requires minimum
      training for inspectors.

  2.  Carburetor adjustments
      can be made during test.

  3.  Malfunctions that occur
      under loaded conditions
      may not be detected.

  4.  Requires minimal test
      time and equipment.

  5.  Diagnosis on some engine
      misadjustments and mal-
      functions.

  6.  Can be duplicated by either
      public or private test sys-
      tems and repair facilities.
1.   Requires more test time.
    Additional  training for
    inspectors.

2.   Includes idle test.
3.  Engine operated under
    simulated road cruise
    conditions.

4.  Requires dynamometers and
    other additional equipment

5.  Additional diagnostic
    information to repair
    facility.

6.  Test cannot be duplicated
    in most repair facilities
    due to lack of dynamometer
       Kincannon, Benjamin and Castaline, Alan, Information Document
  on Automobile Emissions Inspection and Maintenance, U.S. Environ-
  mental Protection Agency, February 1978, p. 23

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- Approaches to Accomplishing Inspections -
There are five recognized approaches used to accomplish emissions inspec-
tions at the present time.  These approaches are as follows:
     1)  Idle mode test conducted at state inspection stations.
     2)  Idle mode test conducted at inspection stations operated
         by a contractor to the state.
     3)  Idle mode test conducted at privately owned and operated
         new car dealerships, garages and service stations.
     4)  Loaded mode test conducted at state inspection stations.
     5)  Loaded mode test conducted at inspection stations operated
         by a contractor to the state.

These approaches can be administered and conducted at either a network
of centralized inspection lanes or a network of certified private ga-
rages.  A public authority can be delegated the responsibility of estab-
lishing the network of centralized inspection lanes, or a contractor can
be commissioned to design, finance, construct and operate the program.
The  decentralized approach can be accomplished by licensing and/or cer-
tifying private garages, service stations and new car dealerships to
operate the program utilizing their existing facilities.  These facil-
 ities should be monitored by and accountable to a public authority who
 is responsible for the overall program administration.  At least one
state, New Jersey, has a combination of these approaches.

- Advantages and Disadvantages of Inspection Approaches -
The  inspection portion of an I/M program can be accomplished by a central
 ized inspection facility or a decentralized network of inspection facil-
 ities.  The advantages and disadvantages of each are as follows.
                       Centralized Inspection
The  centralized inspection consists of a number of contractor or state
operated inspection facilities.  The facilities are normally located in

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such a manner as to be readily accessible to a large number of motorists
The centralized inspection systems offer  the following advantages:
     1)  High level of quality control  - procedures  are specified
         and followed to insure uniformity of the inspection process.
     2)  Efficient data collection and handling -pre and post
         emissions data must be collected and analyzed before
         necessary adjustments can be made to a program.
     3)  Ease of monitoring - a small number of inspection facil-
         ities minimizes the time and effort required by the
         governing agency to complete required inspections of
         inspecting facilities.

Following are some of the disadvantages of centralized inspection:
     1)  Locations often not convenient to all people - a number
         of people will have to travel  out of their  way to have
         their vehicles inspected.
     2)  Long waiting lines - when a small number of inspection
         facilities are inspecting a large number of vehicles,
         long waiting lines often result.
     3)  Inconvenience of repair after failure - Automobile must be
         taken to private commercial garages for repair, then brought
         back to inspecting facility for re-inspection if repairs
         are mandatory.

Decentralized inspection is accomplished by private  commercial garages.
The decentralized inspection offers the following advantages.
     1) * Large number of inspection sites - greater  convenience to the
         vehicle owner if offered because of the increased probability
         of an inspection facility being close to home or office.
     2)  Small or no waiting lines - the larger number of inspection
         sites are able to inspect a large number of vehicles without
         long waiting lines.

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     3)  Convenience of repair - in addition to performing inspections,
         repairs and or adjustments are accomplished at the inspection
         site.   This eliminates the need for a return trip to have a
         vehicle reinspected.
The following are some of the disadvantages of a decentralized inspec-
tion system.
     1)  Inconsistent quality - the inspection procedure will vary
         from garage to garage.
     2)  Increased licensing - a large number of repair facilities
         must be licensed to perform inspections.   This also results
         in subsequent difficulties  in  inspecting the facilities for
         compliance.
     3)  Data handling and collection - the increased number of
         inspection stations and people involved increase the
         difficulty of data collection.
     4)  Referee stations - decentralized inspection still requires
         a  state operated referee station to handle complaints and
         problems that cannot be resolved at the private commercial
         garage.
         NOTE:  EPA stipulates that each licensed inspection
                facility be inspected at least once every 90
                days.  Unless these precautions are taken the
                effectiveness of a decentralized I/M approach
                could be minimal.

- Types of  Emissions Inspectors -
There  are basically two types of vehicle emissions inspectors involved
in existing emissions inspection programs.  These can be classified as
inspectors who work in centralized inspection facilities and inspectors
who work in decentralized facilities.  Normally both types of emissions
inspectors  are testing vehicles in an idle mode condition using an infra^
red exhaust gas analyzer.

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The major difference in the two types of emissions inspectors is deter-
mined by the possible involvement of the inspector after a vehicle has
not passed an emissions inspection and the level of training required
for this involvement.

Centralized inspectors are mainly responsible for the initial emissions
inspection of the vehicle.  Their responsibility lies in providing an
accurate emissions inspection and maintaining records of the inspection
as designated by the procedures, rules, and regulations normally estab-
lished by a state pollution control agency.  They have no responsibility
for bringing a failed vehicle into compliance.

The decentralized inspector has the same responsibility as the centralized
inspector with respect  to the inspection process.  However, a large per-
centage of the decentralized inspectors are mechanics who should be qual-
ified in the repair of vehicles which fail because they do not comply with
established vehicle emissions standards of the inspectors program.  This
normally means that the decentralized inspector should be qualified to
repair the vehicle once it has failed a vehicle emissions inspection.

- Needed Emissions Testing Instrumentation -
The emissions testing instrumentation required is dependent upon the
emissions testing procedure selected for use.  As mentioned previously,
an idle mode test requires only an exhaust gas analyzer while the loaded
mode test has the additional requirement of a chassis dynamometer.
                        Exhaust Gas Analyzers
The exhaust gas analyzer  is central to the objectives of an Inspection
and Maintenance program.  The instrument must be reliable and be easily
calibrated in order to assure the quality of emissions testing.  Accuracy
and repeatability of all  inspection lanes and repair industry analyzers
are crucial to system efficiency.

The use of the basic analyzer is quite simple.  The probe is inserted
into the exhaust system and samples pollutants which are read on the

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meters.  One meter indicates the carbon monoxide concentration,  and
the other indicates the concentration of hydrocarbons in the vehicle
exhaust.  Additional  information on the use of the exhaust gas analyzer
is presented in Chapter Three.

The potential for significant variability in emissions measurements
exists among instruments manufactured by either the same or different
manufacturers.   Because of this variability, basic specification
criteria have been developed to minimize the effects.  Various public
agencies have performed analyzer certification programs, distributing
to the repair industry and others their lists of approved exhaust gas
analyzers.

As with other types of analytic equipment,  periodic maintenance  and
calibration are essential if accurate measures of emissions are  to be
obtained from the analyzer.
                       Chassis  Dynamometer
A chassis dynamometer is required,  in addition to an emissions analyzer,
if a loaded mode test is performed.  The dynamometer consists  of two
rollers, upon which a vehicle's driving wheels are placed.   As the
wheels of the vehicle are rotated,  the dynamometer produces a  drag on
the engine, thus simulating actual  on-the-road operation.
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                  CHAPTER 2
THE CAUSE AND EFFECT OF AUTOMOBILE EMISSIONS

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                             FIGURE 2-1

Perfectly pure air, containing approximately 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen and
1% other inert, harmless gases, is very rare today and probably has been
very rare for many centuries.   Air pollution has always existed in one
form or another.  In nature is has come from volcanoes, decaying vegeta-
tion as well as our forests of evergreen trees.   This type of air pollu-
tion is a product of nature and there is no known way we can control it.

The types of air pollution we can control  are the ones that we cause.
One of these, in particular, is the pollution from automobiles.  It has
been said that the automobile contributes  heavily to the total pollutants
caused by man.  Approximately one-half of  the total  hydrocarbons (HC),
more than three-quarters of the total carbon monoxide (CO) and nearly
one-half of the oxides of nitrogen (NO ) emissions come from automobiles.
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(See Figure 2-2).  This is a significant contribution.
Another problem is that most of this contribution is made in larger cities
where the majority of people and automobiles congregate (Figure 2-3).   The
very design of cities with their tall buildings and relatively narrow
streets tends to limit air movement which traps and concentrates these
pollutants.  This is one reason why levels of certain pollutants climb
above safe maximum limits.
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             POLLUTANTS
                 CAUSED
                     BY
                  MOTOR
               VEHICLES
                         TOTAL POLLUTANTS CAUSED BY MAN
                               FIGURE 2-2
                              FIGURE 2-3

The problem, however, does not stay just in the cities and the surrounding
urban areas.  It can be moved great distances by atmospheric conditions
such as the wind.  Pollutants have been detected in towns forty to one
hundred miles from major metropolitan areas.   These towns, although far
removed from the cities, actually exceed the  same safe limits for certain
pollutants.
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The Environmental  Protection  Agency  (EPA)  has  been  assigned  the job of
establishing air quality standards.   The standards, established by the
EPA, are designed to protect  our  health.   In order  to do  this, the EPA
and the federal  government deemed it necessary to establish  limits for
the amount of pollutants emitted  from stationary and mobile  sources.
The largest mobile source is  the  automobile.

In order to meet the limits set by the EPA, the automobile manufacturers
had to redesign  parts of the  internal  combustion engine.  They also had
to develop various emissions  control  systems for the internal combustion
engine.  It is important that the inspector have a  basic  knowledge of
these emissions  systems  so that he can provide meaningful dialogue to the
automobile owner as questions arise  about  the  inspection  process and
corrective measures.
Let's look at some of the air pollution  problems that are being talked
about ahd examine some cause and  effect  relationships concerning the
automobile.
                               SMOG
One air pollution problem is commonly  referred to as "smog."  There are
two types of smog, sulfurous smog and  photochemical smog.  Both of these
will be discussed.  The word "smog" was  originally formed from two words,
smoke and fog.   The correct name  for this type of smog is "sulfurous smog"
(Figure 2-4).
                                 SMOG
                   SMOKE + FOG = SULFUROUS SMOG
                             FIGURE  2-4
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As its name suggests,  it  is  a  combination of sulfur-bearing pollutants.
Sulfur is found in all  fossil  fuels, whether they are coal  or oil.   This
type of air pollution  has  been  known for over 600 years.   The automobile's
contribution to this type of smog is negligible.

Photochemical  smog, however,  is  related to the automobile.   Photochemical
or "Los Angeles" type  smog results from hydrocarbons (HC)  and oxides of
nitrogen (NO ) changing chemically in the presence of sunlight (Figure 2-5)
            A
               HYDROCARBONS + OXIDES OF NITROGEN +
                          SUNLIGHT = SMOG
                              FIGURE 2-5

One main source of these hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is the
internal combustion engine found  in motor vehicles.
               CAUSE OF  HYDROCARBON  EMISSIONS
Motor vehicles use gasoline,  a petroleum product, for fuel.  Gasoline,
like all petroleum products, is comprised of hundreds of hydrocarbon
compounds.  In the internal  combustion engine, 100% or complete combus-
tion does not occur.   Consequently, some unburned hydrocarbons are
exhausted to the atmosphere.   One of the causes of unburned hydrocarbon
emissions is a phenomenon  called  "quenching"  (Figure 2-6).  Quenching is
what happens to a flame  in the combustion chamber as it approaches the
relatively cool metal  surfaces.   The flame does not burn right up next
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                              FIGURE  2-6

to these cool  metal  surfaces.   It  goes  out,  or  is  "quenched"  by  these
cool areas.  The failure of the flame to  burn next to  the  metal  surfaces
leaves a small amount of unburned  fuel  or hydrocarbons in  this area.
This quenching action also occurs  in  small  areas or cavities  in  the
combustion area.  One such area is where  the head  gasket seals the cylin-
der head to the block.  Another area  is between the top of the piston  and
the first compression ring.  Since the  flame does  not  burn into  these
areas, there is a small  amount of  unburned fuel from each  area that  is
exhausted to the atmosphere.
Another cause of unburned hydrocarbons  is  due to  combustion chamber
deposits (Figure 2-7).  These deposits  are porous.   As  the piston comes
up on the compression stroke, some fuel  is forced into  these deposits.
This absorbed fuel  never burns,  but comes  out of  these  deposits late in
the power stroke, or during the  exhaust stroke, and is  discharged to the
atmosphere on the exhaust stroke.

Quenching and combustion chamber deposits  are not the only cause of
unburned hydrocarbons.  The ignition system can cause a significant
increase in hydrocarbon emissions.  If  any part of the  ignition system,
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                             -DEPOSITS
                              	\    ^
                              FIGURE  2-7

such as the points,  becomes  worn  or out of adjustment the result could
be a weak spark or no spark  at all.   This will lead to either incomplete
combustion or a misfire.   Either  condition will result in the emissions
of unburned hydrocarbons  (Figure  2-8).
               EXHAUST  MANIFOLD
o
0 0 0 °
' o
o
o
UNBURNED FUEL

                               MISFIRE = UNBURNED FUEL
                             FIGURE  2-8
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The temperature of the air/fuel  mixture  can  also  have  an  effect  on  unburned
hydrocarbon emissions.  If the fuel  and  air  temperatures  are  low, poor
mixing of the air and fuel result.   This poor  mixing of air and  fuel  can
result in concentrations of rich and lean mixtures  in  the intake manifold.
When these rich or lean concentrations are drawn  into  the cylinder,  they
do not burn evenly.   This results in the emissions  of  unburned hydrocarbons.

Another cause of unburned hydrocarbons is the  carburetor.  If the carbu-
retor is adjusted too rich, there is not enough oxygen to completely  burn
the fuel.  This unburned fuel  results in hydrocarbon emissions.  If the
mixture is set too lean, the fuel may be so  diluted with  air  that it  will
not ignite.  The result is a misfire, and the  amount of fuel  that did not
burn is exhausted to the atmosphere  (Figure  2-9).
                       FUEL
              INTAKE
              VALVE
                                            CARBURETOR
                                                RICH
                                                MIXTURE


•^xj
o



LEAN MIXTURE
EXHAUST GAS DILUTION
                              FIGURE  2-9

An additional cause of unburned hydrocarbons  is  excessive  exhaust  gas
dilution.  This condition occurs during periods  of  high  intake manifold
vacuum, such as engine idle  or deceleration.   Dilution of  the air/fuel
mixture results in a mixture that may not  burn completely  or may cause
a complete misfire.
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               EFFECTS  OF HYDROCARBON EMISSIONS
One effect of hydrocarbon emissions  has already been mentioned.  That is
the chemical  combustion of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen in the
presence of sunlight which results  in  photochemical smog.  Some of the
unburned hydrocarbons that are  emitted are very chemically active.  Some
combine with  oxides of nitrogen and  form  photochemical smog.  Others
remain in the air and act as  an irritant  to the eyes (Figure 2-10).
                             FIGURE 2-10
These are the heavier hydrocarbons  or the  aromatics.  One of these heavier
hydrocarbons, benzo-a-pyrene, is  also suspected of being a cancer-causing
agent or a carcinogen.
                      CAUSE  OF NOX  EMISSIONS
Another pollutant the automobile  emits is  NO   or oxides of nitmgen.  Air
                                           X
is made up of approximately 78% nitrogen,  21%  oxygen and 1% of other
gases.  This air is drawn into the  engine  and  mixed with fuel.  This air/
fuel mixture is ignited and temperatures in excess of 4500°F (2482°C) may be
reached.  At temperatures above approximately  2500°F (1371°C), nitric oxide
(NO) is formed very rapidly from the  nitrogen  and oxygen in the air.  The
formation of nitric oxide (NO) is dependent on temperature.  Any engine
variable that causes an increase in temperature above approximately 2500°F
(1371°C) will cause an increase in  nitric  oxide (NO) emissions (Figure  2-11)

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                         HIGH TEMPERATURE 8
                              FIGURE  2-11
                    EFFECTS  OF NOX  EMISSIONS
Oxides of nitrogen or NO  are  composed of about 97-98% nitric oxide (NO)
                        A
and about 2-3% nitrogen dioxide  (NOJ.  Nitric oxide is a colorless gas,
but when it is exhausted to atmosphere it combines with oxygen (02) and
forms nitrogen dioxide (N02).  Nitrogen dioxide (N02) is a brownish
color.  The nitrogen dioxide (N02) then combines with certain chemically
active hydrocarbons in the presence of sunlight and causes the formation
of photochemical  smog.

Some of the nitrogen dioxide is  broken apart by sunlight to form nitric
oxide and oxygen  (N02  + sunlight — »• NO + 0).  This single oxygen (0)
atom combines with diatomic oxygen (02) to form ozone (0-).  Ozone, an
odorous gas, is one of the smells associated with smog.  Ozone also acts
as an irritant to the  lung tissues and the eyes.  Ozone also deteriorates
rubber products rapidly,  and affects the growth of some crops and plants
(Figure 2-12).

              CAUSE OF  CARBON MONOXIDE  EMISSIONS
Carbon monoxide is  another pollutant that originates in the combustion
process.   Carbon  monoxide  (CO) is formed when there is not enough oxygen
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                              FIGURE  2-12
 present  to  convert  carbon  (C) to carbon dioxide (C02).  As the air/fuel
 ratio  becomes  richer than  approximately 15:1, there is not enough oxygen
 present  to  complete the combustion process (Figure 2-13).  This shortage
                         RICH AIR/FUEL MIXTURE
                              FIGURE 2-13
of oxygen results in an incomplete conversion of carbon (C) to carbon
dioxide (C02).  An increase in CO emissions is normally accompanied by
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 an increase  in HC emissions.  This is because of the lack of oxygen
 necessary  to completely burn all the fuel  mixture.

               EFFECT OF CARBON  MONOXIDE EMISSIONS
 Carbon  monoxide is an odorless, colorless, toxic gas.   When  carbon  mon-
 oxide  is inhaled into the lungs and transferred to  the blood stream,  it
 takes  the  place of oxygen in the red blood cells.   The amount of  oxygen
 being  supplied to the body is reduced.   This  lack of oxygen  to the  body
 can cause  headaches, reduce mental  alertness,  and even cause death  if
 carbon  monoxide concentrations are high enough  (Figure 2-14).
                              FIGURE  2-14

Carbon monoxide also increases  the  rate at which photochemical smog is
formed.  It does this by speeding up  the conversion of nitric oxide (NO)
to nitrogen dioxide (N02).   Carbon  monoxide  (CO) speeds up this reaction
by combining with oxygen (02) and nitric oxide  (NO) to produce carbon
dioxide (C02) and nitrogen  dioxide  (N02) (CO +  02 + NO —> C0? + NO ).

                 CAUSE  OF  PARTICULA.TE  EMISSIONS
Particulate emissions also  come from  the automobile engine.  Although
there is no limit for particulates  at the present time, they are worth
discussing.  Particulate emissions  result primarily from hydrocarbon
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fuels and certain fuel  additives.    The  lead  particulates originate
from the tetra ethyl lead Pb(C2H5)4 that is added  to the fuel to raise
the octane rating (Figure 2-15).
                        ^CARBON-BURNED FUEL
                              FIGURE  2-15

                EFFECTS OF  PARTICULATE  EMISSIONS
Small particulates that are suspended in the atmosphere are one of the
causes of the reduced visibility that accompanies photochemical smog.
Lead particulates that are emitted  to the atmosphere are suspected of
being a health hazard in two ways:  (1)  respiratory intake of airborne
lead during breathing and (2) contamination of food by lead that has
settled in the soil  (Figure 2-16).
                     CAUSE  OF SOX  EMISSIONS
Another air pollution problem has recently been discovered.  This is the
problem of oxides of sulfur (SO ) emissions.  This problem became evident
                               /\
with the introduction of catalytic  converters.  Oxides of sulfur result
from the small amount of sulfur present in gasoline.  Normally, the
sulfur content of gasoline is less  than 0.1%.  However, this small amount
of sulfur is emitted from the engine  exhaust to the atmosphere (Figure
2-17).
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                       PARTICULATE EMISSIONS
                             FIGURE 2-16
                                 FUEL
                            CHEMICALS THAT
                           MAKE UP  GASOLINE
                             HYDROCARBONS
                                   +
                          ANTI-KNOCK ADDITIVES
                                   +
                           IMPURITIES SUCH AS
                                SULFUR
                             FIGURE 2-17
                     EFFECT OF SOX  EMISSIONS

The major  problem with SO  emissions in motor vehicles  is  the  production
                        A
of a sulfuric acid mist.   The problem occurs primarily  from vehicles

equipped with catalytic converters.  These converters provide  an oxidizing
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atmosphere that enhances the formation of sulfuric  acid  from  the  sulfur
compounds in the fuel.  In the catalytic converter,  sulfur  dioxide  (S02)
is converted to sulfur trioxide (S03)  in the  oxidizing atmosphere of  the
converter (2S02 + 02 —> 2S03).  Sulfur trioxide  (S03) combines with  water
(H20 vapor, the water vapor coming from the oxidation of hydrocarbons),
and forms a sulfuric acid (H2$04) mist.  Sulfuric acid is very corrosive.
Consequently, it will deteriorate textiles, building materials and
vegetation.  It is also very harmful  to living tissue  (Figure 2-18).
                                      SULFURIC ACID MIST
                               FIGURE  2-18
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         CHAPTER 3
THE NONDISPERSIVE INFRARED
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                  INFRARED EXHAUST  GAS  ANALYZER

- Background Information  -
The infrared exhaust gas  analyzer  is a  piece  of  test  equipment  used  to
measure hydrocarbons and  carbon  monoxide.   The infrared  analyzer provides
a hydrocarbon reading in  parts per million  (PPM).   (One  (1)  part per
million is equivalent to  1  second  in 11.5 days).   Carbon  monoxide readings
are given in percent (%).   Normally the  hydrocarbon meter and the carbon
monoxide meter have two scales --  a high scale and a  low  scale.   Either
scale can be selected by  pressing  the  appropriate  button  or  shifting a
selector switch.   The infrared analyzer  can provide much  valuable infor-
mation for vehicle emissions  inspection  and diagnostic work.  However,
to utilize the infrared in  this  manner  requires  an -understanding of  hydro-
carbons (HC) and  carbon monoxide (CO).   It  may be  necessary  at  this  point
to review Chapter Two where emissions  are covered.  Hydrocarbons are
unburned fuel. There is  always  a  small  portion  of gasoline  that does
not burn.  The hydrocarbon  meter shows  how  much  unburned  fuel is being
exhausted.  Carbon monoxide is a product of incomplete burning.   If  too
much fuel is present for  the  amount of  air  present, the CO meter will
show a large amount of carbon monoxide  being  exhausted to the atmosphere.
Understanding HC, CO and  the  correct use of the  infrared  exhaust gas
analyzer is necessary to  perform proper  emissions  inspections and pro-
vide meaningful information to the automobile owner as questions arise.

Figure 3-1 shows  the basic  parts of an  infrared  exhaust gas  analyzer.
This is provided  to give  a  reference of  basic theory  of construction of
an analyzer.  Normally manufacturers of  analyzers  provide more  in-depth
information on the specific analyzer which  the inspector  will be using.

The basic parts of an infrared exhaust  gas  analyzer and  their functions
are:
     1) Infared Heater -  Provides  a constant  source of infrared waves
        or energy through  the reference  and sample cells.
     2) Chopper Wheel - A  segmented disc driven  by a  motor.  The disc
        constantly interrupts the  infrared  signal.  This  provides a
        pulsating infrared  signal.
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                      CHOPPER
AMPLE 	 J
IN
SAMPLE
CELL
AMPLE 	 i
OUT n
DETECTOR —
I 	
	




1
                                         /SEALED
                                         'REFERENCE
                                           CELL
                                    - SIGNAL TO PREAMP
                             FIGURE  3-1

     3) Sample Cell - A cell  that the exhaust gases flow through.
        Infrared or energy  is  absorbed  as  HC and CO pass through
        the sample cell.
     4) Reference Cell - A  cell  that contains n£ HC or CO.  No
        infrared waves or energy is  absorbed in this cell.
     5) Detector - Changes  the infrared signal  to an electrical
        signal.
     6) Amplifier - Increases  the electrical signal from the
        detector to provide meter readings.

Figure 3-2 shows a picture  of the front of a typical analyzer.  Although
the different  analyzers vary somewhat,  the following is representative  of
basic meters and controls.
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                  TYPICAL METERS  AND CONTROLS
Meters
A.   Hydrocarbon meter
B.   Carbon Monoxide meter
Hydrocarbon-Push Buttons
1.   "HI" sets HC meter to read on the 0-2000  PPM  scale.
2.   "LO" sets HC meter to read on the 0-500 PPM scale.
Mode Control-Push Buttons
3.   "OFF" - Turns tester off.
4.   "TEST" - Turns tester on in test  mode.
5.   "ZERO" - Turns tester on to calibration and standby mode.
6.   "SPAN" - Depress and hold  while adjusting meters  to "SPAN  SET"  line.
Carbon Monoxide-Push Buttons
7-   "HI" sets CO meter to read on the 0-10% scale.
8.   "LO" sets CO meter to read on the 0-2.5%  scale
Rotating Controls
9.   "ZERO" - Sets HC meter to  Zero  set line.
10.  "SPAN" - Sets HC meter to  Span  set line.
11.  "ZERO" - Sets CO meter to  Zero  set line.
12.  "SPAN" - Sets CO meter to  Span  set line.
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Meter Mechanical Zero
13.  Adjusts Mechanical Zero of HC Meter.
14.  Adjusts Mechanical Zero of CO Meter.

Exhaust gas samples are continuously delivered to the infrared analyzer
by means of a probe inserted in the vehicle's tailpipe (Figure 3-3).  The
exhaust gas is then filtered and the water is removed before being
                            FIGURE 3-3

conducted into the infrared analyzing device.   The infrared analyzing
device determines the exact amount of hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide
contained in the sample.  This data is then converted into electrical
signals and displayed on the respective meters.

Before any testing can be done certain precautions must be taken to make
sure the tests made are valid.  The analyzer must be warmed up and
prepared for use.  Always follow the manufacturer's specifications and
recommendations in preparing the analyzer for use.  Although the
different analyzers vary somewhat, the following is a basic procedure
for preparing most infrared exhaust analyzers  for use.  Refer to Figure
3-4 as you read through this procedure.
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 2.
 3.


 4.
 5.
8.
                           SPAN SET
                 HYDROCARBON
                                          2  3 4
                                     CARBON MONOXIDE
                     
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         METER  READINGS AND  PROBABLE MALFUNCTIONS
The following illustrations  are  provided to associate meter readings with
probable malfunctions  that can be  typically diagnosed with the use of the
infrared gas analyzer.   The  first  illustration indicates a normal  range
of reading on the meters.   The high or low switch for hydrocarbons and
carbon monoxides will  be darkened  to  illustrate the scale selection of
each meter.
                 HYDROCARBON
                                     CARBON MONOXIDE
                     
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                 HYDROCARBON
                                     CARBON MONOXIDE
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                            FIGURE 3-6


2.    Symptoms - Rough Idle.  Possible causes:
     a) Ignition System Problem

        1) Timing too far advanced
        2) Fouled or shorted spark plug
        3) Open or grounded spark plug wire
        4) Crossed spark plug wires
        5) Leaking valves
        6) Leaking EGR valve
        7) Primary ignition system problem
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                 HYDROCARBON
                                     CARBON MONOXIDE
|- HYDROCARBON -, . — MODE CONTROL 	 .
HI LO ' OFFTESTZEFDSPAN'
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ZERO
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                            FIGURE 3-7
3.    Symptoms - Rough idle.

     a) Lean misfire
        1) Idle mixture set too lean
        2) Wrong PCV valve or PCV valve stuck open
        3) Vacuum line cracked or pulled off
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                 HYDROCARBON
                                      CARBON MONOXIDE
                                           
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                     ago
                             SPAN SET
                   HYDROCARBON
                                        CARBON MONOXIDE
                      
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                  HYDROCARBON
                                       CARBON MONOXIDE
                     ©
t— HYDROCARBON — . __ MODE CONTROL 	 ,
HI LO ' OFFTESTZEFOSPAN1
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                             FIGURE 3-10

6.   Symptoms - Engine surging,  1500  RPM
     a) Erratic EGR valve operation
     b) Timing too far advanced
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                 HYDROCARBON
                                      CARBON MONOXIDE
r HYDROCARBON _. _. MODE CONTROL 	 ,
HI LO ' OFF TESTZEFC SPAN
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ZERO
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                             FIGURE  3-11

7.   Symptoms - Engine surging,  1500  RPM
     a) Carburetion too  lean
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        CHAPTER
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS

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              POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION SYSTEM
            POSITIVE CRANKCASE  VENTILATION SYSTEM
             CARBURETOR
             HOSE
                                              BLOW-BY
                                              GASES
                             FIGURE 4-1

The crankcase  ventilation system was the first antipollution device
installed on the  automobile.  This ventilation system  is  known by the
letters PCV which  stand for Positive Crankcase Ventilation.  The PCV system
is very dependable and efficient and requires  a minimum of maintenance.

The function of the positive crankcase ventilation  system  is to prevent the
escape of blowby  products to the atmosphere.

During the combustion process higher pressures are developed in the combus-
tion chamber.   This high pressure results in  leakage or blowby between the
piston rings and  the cylinder wall.  This blowby occurs during the compres-
sion stroke as  shown in Figure 4-2 and in the  power stroke as shown in
Figure 4-3.

Blowby gases contain gasoline vapor, hydrocarbons  (HC), corrosive acids,
and water. To  prevent high crankcase pressure and blowby products from
reacting with  the  engine lubricant, the engine must be equipped with a
means of crankcase ventilation.
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                              FIGURE 4-2
                              FIGURE 4-3

In pre-emissions control automobiles the blowby products were allowed to
escape to the atmosphere through the open road draft tube.   The resulting
pollution from the crankcase amounted to approximately 20% of the total
hydrocarbon (HC) pollution emitted by the automobiles (Figure 4-4).
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                    CRANKCASE  BLOW-BY=
                  20% OF TOTAL HC EMISSION
                   20%
                            FIGURE 4-4
A closed  PCV system is  used on all vehicles built in the United States
today.  The closed system  does not allow  blowby gases to be  emitted to the
atmosphere under any driving conditions.   The blowby gases are consumed by
either  entering the intake manifold through the PCV valve at the base of
the carburetor or through  a hose from the oil filler cap to  the air
cleaner and into the carburetor to be consumed.  This system is shown in
Figure  4-5.
            PCV VALVE

            HOSE
            SEALED
            OIL DIP
            STICK
                           CLOSED  SYSTEM
                                        BLOW-BY GASES
                            FIGURE 4-5
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PCV valves are no longer serviceable but are simply replaced.  All valves
are identified by the manufacturer's number and in some cases, by a color
code.

NEVER DISCONNECT OR PLUG THE PCV SYSTEM BECAUSE EVERY ENGINE NEEDS CRANK-
CASE VENTILATION.  THE PRESSURE IN THE CRANKCASE MUST BE RELIEVED ONE
WAY OR ANOTHER.

Most domestic automotive manufacturers require that the system be inspected
and the PCV valve be replaced at 12,000 to 30,000 miles as specified by
the automobile manufacturer.  This maintenance schedule can normally be
found in the automobile owner's manual.

Remember - The PCV system reduces hydrocarbon emissions to atmosphere as
well as preventing oil dilution and sludge formation in the crankcase.
This is accomplished by directing blowby gases in the crankcase back to
the combustion chamber to be burned.
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                   THERMOSTATIC AIR CLEANER
               COLD r  -*
                              TOENGINE  COLD
                   EXHAUST MANIFOLD
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                   AIR  HEATED BY MANIFOLD
                     TAG REDUCES HC 8 CO

                            FIGURE  4-6
The Thermostatic Air Cleaner (TAG),  also  known as heated air control,
provides  for  adjustment of intake air  temperature going to the carburetor.
Figure 4-6 shows the complete system,  air cleaner, heat shroud and con-
necting hose.  This system reduces hydrocarbons  (HC) and carbon monoxide
(CO).

Automotive manufacturers have found several other benefits by preheating
the air before it enters the carburetor.  This heated air allows for
better atomization of fuel, better cold engine operation and elimination
of carburetor icing, thus providing smoother engine operation.

The Thermostatic Air Cleaner is a key  device in  many auto emissions
control systems.  Two types are widely used:  the thermostatic type as
shown  in  Figure 4-7 and the air valve  type  as shown in Figure 4-8.

Regardless of the type of air cleaner, vacuum motor or thermostatic, their
job is the same - to provide for adjustments of  intake air temperature.

Each type of  thermostatic air cleaner  has three  modes, or positions of
operation, which are:  the cold air delivery mode,  the regulating mode,
and the hot air delivery mode.
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                 THERMOSTATIC TYPE
                            FIGURE 4-7
               VACUUM  MOTOR TYPE
             VACUUM MOTOR
                                            TEMR SENSORA
               TO EXHAUST
               MANIFOLD'
               SHROUD
                           FIGURE 4-8
Figure 4-9 shows a cutaway of a Thermostatic Air Cleaner showing the air
filter,  thermostat, air valve door and snorkel.  The snorkel admits engine
compartment or fresh air to the air cleaner.  This is referred to as cold
air.   It is the function of the thermostat acting on the air valve door
to determine whether cold air or heated air from the shroud of the
exhaust  manifold is allowed to enter the carburetor.
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                   AIR VALVE (DOOR)
          SPRING.                /  AIR FILTER-
                                    THERMOSTAT
                 TO EXHAUST
                 MANIFOLD SHROUD
                            FIGURE  4-9

During cold engine start and warm-up period, the air temperature  is  below
approximately 105°F or 40.5°C (this  temperature will vary slightly for
each application).  The thermostat is  in a retracted position,  or "hot
air mode."  Since it is linked to the  spring loaded air valve  door,  it
holds the  valve open to manifold heated air (see Figure 4-10).
                    AIR  VALVE  (DOOR)
                                    AIR FILTER
                            FIGURE  4-10
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This shuts off the cold air and allows  only  air  into  the carburetor that
has been preheated by passing over the  exhaust manifold.

As the heated air increases in temperature to approximately 105°F or
40.5 C, the thermostat begins to extend and  pulls the air valve door
downward allowing some cold air to enter the carburetor.  It is then
in the "regulating mode" as shown in  Figure  4-11.
                    REGULATING  MODE
                             FIGURE  4-11

When the temperature reaches approximately  130°F or 54.4°C, the air valve
door is fully opened to cold air and is in  the  "cold air mode," allowing
only cold air from the snorkel  to enter the carburetor.  This condition
is shown in Figure 4-12.

Remember - the purpose of temperature controlled air cleaners is to keep
incoming air temperature at approximately 100°F or higher.  This temper-
ature enhances a more complete  combustion which reduces HC and CO
emissions.
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COLD AIR MODE
     FIGURE 4-12
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                      AIR  INJECTION REACTION
                            FIGURE 4-13

The purpose of the air injection system is  to  reduce carbon monoxide and
hydrocarbon emissions by injecting a  flow of air  into the hot exhaust
gases.  The oxygen (02) in the air combines chemically with the carbon
monoxide (CO) to form carbon dioxide  (C0?), a  harmless gas.  It also
combines with the hydrocarbons (HC)  to  produce water (H?0) and carbon
dioxide (CCL), usually in vapor form.   This process is shown in Figure
4-13. Therefore, the air injection reaction system reduces both hydro-
carbons and carbon monoxide.
Different manufacturers call  the air injection  system by different names
but the function is the same.   American Motors  calls it "Air Guard."
Chrysler calls it "Air Injection."   Ford calls  it  "Thermactor."
General Motors calls it "AIR"  or "Air Injection Reactor" (Figure  4-14).

Figure 4-15 shows a typical  "Air Injection"  system  and its components.

The air injection system uses  an air pump as  a  source of air.   It also
has a diverter valve to prevent backfire in the exhaust system  during
deceleration.  These parts  are shown encircled  in  Figure 4-16.  When the
engine decelerates there is low pressure in the cylinder because  the
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                             FIGURE  4-14
                                   MANIFOLD  VACUUM
                                   -SIGNAL LINE
              PUMP
                   DIVERTER
                   VALVE
                            MANIFOLD
                             FIGURE  4-15

throttle valve is closed,  preventing  air from filling  the  cylinder  on
the intake stroke.   Under  this  condition the  mixture is  too  rich  to burn
in the cylinder and a rich air/fuel  mixture  is  pushed  into the  exhaust
manifold.   If the air injection system added  air  to this mixture, a burn
could take place in the exhaust system causing  a  backfire.   The
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diverter valve shuts air injection  off  during the initial 1  to 3 seconds
of deceleration thereby preventing  a  backfire.
                                  MANIFOLD VACUUM
                                  SIGNAL  LINE
                 DIVERTER
                 VALVE
                           MANIFOLD
                            FIGURE 4-16

After the air flows  through  the diverter valve,  it flows  through a hose
or pipe to the check valve.  The check valve (Figure 4-17) is open anytime
the pressure in the  air  injection system is higher than the pressure in
                         CHECK VALVE
                           FIGURE 4-17

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the exhaust system.   The check valve  prevents  the  back  flow  of  exhaust
gas in the event of a pump failure  or during times when exhaust pressure
is higher than the air injection system pressure.

After the check valve, the air flows  into  the  air  injection  manifold  for
distribution into each exhaust port near the exhaust  valve.   The pump,
diverter valve, check valve,  and injection manifold are connected with
hoses and pipes to complete the system as  shown  in Figure  4-18.
                                  MANIFOLD  VACUUM
                                  SIGNAL LINE
                            FIGURE  4-18

Figure 4-19 shows an air injection system  connected to a V-8 engine.  You
will notice it has an air injection manifold  for each bank of cylinders.

The air flow during operation  is from  the pump to the outlet hose,
through the diverter or bypass  valve and  connecting hose to the check
valve and into the air manifold for distribution to each exhaust valve
port as illustrated in Figure  4-20.
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                             FIGURE  4-19
                            FIGURE  4-20

Figure 4-211llustrates typically how the belt-driven air pump is mounted
on the front of the engine.

Figure 4-22 is a simplified view of the inside of the air pump.   The
arrows show the movement of air by the vanes through the pump.   The
number of vanes varies from 2 to 5.
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                          FIGURE 4-21
              CROSS SECTION OF AIR  PUMP
               VANE
            ROTOR
            PUMP
            HOUSING
            VANE SEALS
                                         OUTLET
                                            INLET
                          FIGURE 4-22

Air enters the air pump in either of two ways.  One is  by an external
air filter such as shown in Figure 4-23 or through a centrifugal fan
filter  shown in Figure 4-24.  The centrifugal filter is by far the most
popular.
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              AIR INLET
                            FIGURE 4-23
                                         AIR INLET
                            FIGURE 4-24

Output air from the pump (Figure 4-25)  leaves  the discharge connection
of the pump and flows into the connecting  hose  leading to the diverter
valve.
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                      AIR IN
          PULLEY
                               PUMP
                               DISCHARGE
                                     TO DIVERTER VALVE
AIR IN
                           FIGURE 4-25

Two types of valves  are  used to prevent backfire.  These types are shown
in Figure 4-26.   One type, the gulp valve, allows pump air to be sent to
the intake manifold  on deceleration to dilute the rich mixture preventing
backfire.  The diverter  valve prevents air from entering the air injection
manifold by venting  pump air to the atmosphere during deceleration.
                  JJi  EXTERNAL MUFFLER
                                      GULP VALVE
                      ^-INTERNAL MUFFLER
                           FIGURE 4-26
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The gulp valve (Figure 4-27) operates when intake manifold vacuum reaches

about 20-22 inches of mercury (Hg).  This vacuum pulls the diaphragm

down against spring force, opening the air valve to vent pump air to

the intake manifold.  This venting takes place for 1 to 3 seconds of

initial deceleration which is the critical time for backfire to occur.
            INTAKE
            MANIFOLD
            VACUUM
            SIGNAL
                                              AIR FROM
                                              AIR PUMP
              AIR DISCHARGE
              TO INTAKE
              MANIFOLD
                                      'AIR VALVE
                             FIGURE 4-27
Figure 4-28 shows a cutaway view of the combination diverter pressure

regulator valve.  Parts shown are the diaphragm and spring, stem, valve

plates and manifold vacuum entrance.
            TIMING
            ORIFICE
            SPRING
              VALVE
              PLATES
                             FIGURE 4-28

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DIAPHRAGM
   ANIFOLD
  VACUUM
                                                   STEM

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When the engine is operating,  vacuum  is  applied to both sides of the

diaphragm equally by means  of  a  timing orifice in the diaphragm.  The

diaphragm spring raises  the stem and  unseats the upper valve plate as

shown in Figure 4-29.
           DIAPHRAGM
           SPRING
          VALVE
          PLATES
                                            MANIFOLD
                                            VACUUM
                                            STEM
                           FIGURE  4-29


The air flow under  this condition flows in from the pump through the

diverter valve  and  into the exhaust manifold or manifolds (Figure 4-30)
         TO
         EXHAUST
         MANIFOLD
EXHAUST
MANIFOLD
                                               FROM
                                               PUMP
                           FIGURE 4-30
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During periods of deceleration, higher manifold  vacuum is  imposed  on  the
lower side of the diaphragm than on the upper side.   The diaphragm forces
the stem and valves to be moved downward against spring force  (Figure 4-31)
                                                         ^^
              VENT
                                 SEATED
                             FIGURE 4-31
When the stem moves down, the upper valve plate  seats  and  the  lower  valve
plate opens allowing the pump air to vent to atmosphere  until  the  vacuum
on the diaphragm becomes equal  on both sides by  flow through the diaphragm
timing orifice.  When pressure equalizes on  both sides of  the  diaphragm,
the diaphragm spring returns the valve plates to the position  shown  in
Figure 4-32.
TO
EXHAUST
MANIFOLD
                                                 TO
                                                 EXHAUST
                                                 MANIFOLD
                                                  FROM
                                                  PUMP
                             FIGURE 4-32
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When the engine is turning at a high RPM,  excessive pressure is produced.
In the combination diverter and pressure regulator valve, the lower valve
plate is forced down and excessive air pressure is vented to atmosphere
(Figure 4-33).
              5PSI
              VENT
                             FIGURE 4-33

Illustration 4-34 shows the relationship of the check valve  and air
injection manifold.
                               CHECK
                               VALVE-
                     AIR INJECTION MANIFOLD
                             FIGURE 4-34
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Figure  4-35 shows a cutaway view  of  the check valve and air flow when  the
system has higher pressure than the  exhaust system.
                         CHECK  VALVE
                           FIGURE  4-35
Figure 4-36 shows  the  check valve seated during the  time when the exhaust
back pressure is higher than the air pressure from the  pump.
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Illustrated in Figure 4-37 are the air manifolds and tubes  as  used  on a
typical  6 and 8 cylinder engine.  Usually one tube is used  for each
exhaust port.  On  some  vehicles the manufacturers have omitted one
distribution tube,  usually because of design problems.
                  AIR  INJECTION MANIFOLDS
           6 CYLINDER
                                   8 CYLINDER
                           FIGURE 4-37

Remember -  The AIR system reduces HC and CO by injecting air into the
exhaust manifold.  This added air speeds up the oxidation process of HC
and CO and  results in lower emissions.
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                    FUEL EVAPORATIVE CONTROL
               3 SOURCES OF AUTO EMISSIONS
              FUEL EVAPORATION -
              TANK 8 CARBURETOR
                    20%
           CRANKCASE
               20%
EXHAUST
  60%
                            FIGURE  4-38

It is estimated that on  the  pre-emissions controlled automobile about 20%
of all emissions consist of  gasoline hydrocarbon vapors  that evaporate
from the carburetor and  fuel  tank.

To eliminate these evaporative  losses, automobile manufacturers developed
control systems beginning in  1970 for cars in California.   Nationally in
1971, all U.S. automobile manufacturers equipped their vehicles with the
following evaporative control devices:
     1) A fuel tank safety filler cap which seals the system.
     2) A special  fuel tank  designed to allow space for fuel expansion.
     3) A venting  system to  carry vapors from the fuel tank to the engine
        for eventual  burning.

A venting system includes a  liquid check valve or a liquid  vapor separator
to keep liquid fuel  out  of the  vent lines, a charcoal canister to store
the vapors and connecting lines to carry the vapor from the canister to the
engine for burning (Figure 4-39).  Chrysler used a crankcase storage system
for the first two  years  instead of the  canister, but its function was the
same.
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                  FUEL EVAPORATION  SYSTEM
           PURGE
           LINE
                            FUEL TANK
                            VENT LINE
                                            PRESSURE
                                            VACUUM
                                            SAFETY
                                            FILLER CAP
            CHARCOAL
            CANISTER
                           OVERFILL
                           LIMITING
                           VALVE
                                           LIQUID
                                           VAPOR
                                           SEPARATOR
                            FIGURE 4-39



The fuel  evaporative  emissions control systems used by most U.S. auto-

mobile manufacturers  are  similar, sometimes almost identical.  However,

there are some minor  differences, mainly in the name.  Following is a list

of names  given the  fuel evaporative systems by different manufacturers:
     American Motors

     Chrysler

     Ford

     General  Motors

     Foreign
                              Fuel Tank Vapor Control

                              Vapor  Saver

                              Evaporation Control System

                              Evaporative Emissions Control

                              Fuel Vapor Recovery System

Before emissions  control,  fuel  caps  and fuel tanks were vented to allow

raw fuel  vapors  or even  liquid  gasoline to escape, unrestricted, into the

atmosphere.   An  illustration  of this system is shown in Figure  4-40.


In the present fuel  tank filler cap, a safety pressure relief valve will

open only if pressure  from one-half  to one psi builds in the tank (Figure

4-41.
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                            VENTED  GAS CAP
                                              VENTED
                                              CAP
                           FUEL TANK
                           FIGURE 4-40
                PRESSURE-VACUUM  RELIEF CAP
                   TANK PRESSURE  l/z - I  PSI
            SEALING
            GASKET
              OUTER SHELL
   PRESSURE
   SPRING
            PRESSURE'
            RELIEF
            VALVE (OPEN)
VACUUM RELIEF
                  LOCKING
                  LIP
                        VALVE (CLOSED)   VACUUM SPRING
                           FIGURE 4-41


If a vacuum of one-fourth to one-half  inch mercury (Hg)  buildup occurs,
the safety  vacuum relief valve will  open to let in some  outside air, but
normally  the cap is sealed (Figure 4-42).
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               CAP RELIEVING TANK VACUUM
                      VACUUM 1/4"- 1/2" HG
           SEALING
           GASKET
PRESSURE
SPRING
             OUTER SHELL
          PRESSURE
          RELIEF
          VALVE
          (CLOSED)
VACUUM RELIEF
VALVE (OPEN)
                    LOCKING
                    LIP
VACUUM
SPRING
                          FIGURE 4-42


The filler neck on most fuel tanks extends below the  top of the tank

preventing the tank from being filled 100%.  This provides an expansion

space  of 10 to 12% of  tank capacity at the top to allow room for the

gasoline to expand when the temperatures increase (See Figure 4-43).
                 FUEL TANK FILL CONTROL
             10-12%
             EXPANSION
             SPACE \
           FILLER
           CAP
        FILLER
        NECK
                                           FUEL
                                           TANK
                    FUEL
                          FIGURE  4-43
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Some models, 1970 and 1971 only, use an inner expansion tank as shown in

Figure4-44, and incorporate a fill control  tube with the filler neck.  If

fuel continues pumping into the tank above  the filler neck, a fill control

tube returns it to the filler neck which shuts off the automatic fill nozzle
             SMALL
             VENT
             HOLES
                       INTERNAL EXPANSION
                             TANK
                FILL
                CONTROL
                TUBE
                                            FILLER
                                            NECK
             TANK OPEN
             AT BOTTOM
           FUEL TANK
                           FIGURE 4-44


With the fuel  tank sealed to atmosphere, fuel  vapors will  collect at the

top of the tank and have only one way to go --  into the venting  lines to

be stored in  the storage device as shown in Figure 4-45.
               SEALED TANK VAPOR  PASS TO
                     CHARCOAL  CANISTER
          HOSE TO
          CHARCOAL
          CANISTER
VAPORS TO
CHARCOAL
CANISTER
                                            FUEL
                                            TANK
                           FIGURE  4-45

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In tanks without internal or separate expansion tanks, an internal  ex-
pansion space must be provided into which fuel  or fuel vapor can safely
expand, as illustrated in Figure 4-46.  This volume is approximately ten
to twelve percent of the fuel tank volume.
                 AIR  SPACE PROVIDED FOR
                       FUEL EXPANSION
               10-12% OF TANK VOLUME
                                            FUEL
                                            TANK
                       FUEL
                          FIGURE 4-46

Some manufacturers,  such as Volkswagen, use an external expansion chamber.
In operation, liquid fuel rising from the tank is  routed to the expansion
chamber (Figure 4-47).  The chamber is designed to permit the passage of
              EXTERNAL  EXPANSION CHAMBER
            EXPANSION
            TANK
TO CHARCOAL
CANISTER
                      TO FUEL PUMP
                                             FUEL
                                             TANK
                          FIGURE 4-47
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fuel vapors, but to prevent the passage of liquid  fuel.   From  this
external chamber, the fuel  vapors are carried forward  into  a container
filled with activated charcoal  where they are stored when the  engine  is
not running.  The liquid is drained back to the tank.

Because some fuel tanks are flat on top, four vents are  used,  one in
each corner of the tank.  These are connected to a liquid vapor  separator
by rubber hoses or metal pipes.

The liquid vapor separator consists of a length of steel  tubing  which is
mounted at an angle ahead and slightly above the fuel  tank.  This tubing
holds the four vent lines from the tank and a vent line  which  leads to
the charcoal canister.  See Figure 4-48.
                    LIQUID VAPOR
                    SEPARATER

                 TO CHARCOAL
                 CANISTER
           VAPOR
           VENT
           LINES
LIQUID
RETURN
LINE
                                                FUEL
                                                TANK
                            FIGURE 4-48
These lines are of different heights so that the tank will  always be
vented, regardless of vehicle position.   This way,  only the fuel vapors
will be transferred to the storage area.  One vent line from the tank is
shorter than the others in order to provide a drain  back to the tank for
any liquid fuel which may get into the separator during inclined parking.
The vent to the storage area or charcoal canister is at the highest point
in the separator and has a small orifice to minimize liquid fuel transfer
to the storage area or canister.
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The  next  component of the evaporative systems is the vapor storage
canister  which  uses activated charcoal granules to store the vapors until
they are  drawn  into the carburetor.  The typical canister contains about
one  to  one and  one-half pounds of charcoal which provides an exposed
surface area of about one-quarter square mile, enough to store almost a
cup  of  liquid fuel when vaporized.  This storage canister has two
connections, the vent line from the fuel tank and a connecting vent line
to the  carburetor or air cleaner.  An illustration of a charcoal
canister  is shown in Figure 4-49.
                        CHARCOAL CANISTER
            HOSE
            CARBURETOR
            OR
            AIR CLEANER
            CHARCOAL	
            GRANULES
  IOSE TO
 FUEL TANK
 VENT
-CANISTER
 CASE
                                            ^-FIBERGLAS
                                            ^ FILTER
                            OUTSIDE  AIR
                            FIGURE 4-49

With the engine running, outside air is drawn through the canister to
remove fuel vapors collected by the charcoal  granules.   This is called the
evacuation or purge cycle and is illustrated  in Figure  4-50.

When the engine is running, and during the purge cycle  (Figure 4-51).
outside air is drawn through the fiberglass filter of the canister,
through the carbon granules, picking up fuel  vapors and carrying them
to the air cleaner to become a part of the air/fuel mixture to be burned.
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                CANISTER  PURGING (ENGINE RUNNING)
                                            VAPOR LINE
                                            TO  FUEL
                                            TANK\
                                        OUTSIDE AIR
                            FIGURE 4-50
                                              TO FUEL
                                              TANK VENT
                                              CHARCOAL
                            OUTSIDE AIR
                            FIGURE 4-51
Figure 4-52 shows a cross section of a stamped metal canister with an
open space provided above and below the granules.

A center tube is incorporated which extends to the bottom of the canister.
Air can enter at the top of the tube passing downward to the bottom of
the canister.  The canister purge line is externally attached (by hoses)
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                             OUTSIDE  AIR
              HOSE TO
              FUEL
HOSE TO
AIR  CLEANER
                                               CHARCOAL
                                               GRANULES
                            FIGURE 4-52

to the carburetor air cleaner or the PCV valve (depending on model
application) .

The vapor is purged out of the canister through the air outlet hose to
the air cleaner (or PCV valve), then through the carubretor and into the
combustion chamber -- where the vapors are consumed in the normal
combustion process.

One method of providing additional storage space for vapor is to vent the
fuel tank to the engine crankcase through the engine valve cover.   When
the engine is  started, stored vapors are drawn into the engine intake
system through the PCV valve.  This "purges" the crankcase of stored
vapor so they are ready for more vapor storage when the engine is  turned
off (Figure 4-53).
Vapor which originated in the fuel tank and was separated by the vapor
liquid separator is now stored in the canister.  In this system, (Figure
4-54).  movement of air through the canister is caused by carburetor
intake air passing over the tube which projects into the carburetor air
cleaner snorkel .

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                                          FUEL TANK
                            FIGURE 4-53
                                           AIR
                                           CLEANER
                                          TANK
                                  CARBON
                                  CANISTER
                            FIGURE 4-54

This creates a vacuum that moves the vapors out of the canister and  into
the air stream entering the snorkel.  This system is  known  as  a variable
purge system as it is regulated by the rate of air flow entering the air
cleaner.

Another purging method ties a purge line into the PCV valve line.   Purging
air passes to the intake manifold through a small fixed orifice on the
canister outlet.   This is known as constant purge and is illustrated in
Figure 4-55.
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                            PCV
                            VALVE
                                                  TO
                                                  INTAKE
                                                  MANIFOLD
                            -CARBON
                             CANISTER TANK
                            FIGURE 4-55



Still  another  method used by some manufacturers  is  called the constant

and demand purge  system (Figure 4-56).   A purge  valve at the canister

allows constant purging at a restricted rate  through an orifice anytime

the throttle plates are closed and the  engine is  running.  When ported

vacuum is  applied to the purge valve, it allows  a higher rate of purging

to take place  through the hose to intake manifold resulting in demand

) (


*******
VACUUM
\
PURG

1 	 1 Jtf^
PCV HOSE""""^ —
                                             RESTRICTED
                                             ORIFICES
            CARBURETOR
            BOWL VENT
            CONSTANT ft DEMAND
            PURGE SYSTEM
FROM
FUEL
TANK
V
                            FIGURE 4-56

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purging.  Demand purging is designed to ensure that purging occurs during
conditions of engine operation which will least affect performance, drive-
ability and emissions.

Prior to emissions control regulation, hydrocarbons from the carburetor
bowl were allowed to escape into the atmosphere.  The advent of controls
necessitated the venting of the carburetor into the canister and the
removal of the atmospheric venting of the carburetor.  Figure 4-57
shows one method of controlling vapors through the carburetor external
vent of an anti-perculation valve.  The  illustration shows the capped
vent open to allow vapor to the canister.
                                   CARBURETOR
               TO CANISTER
                           TO CARB.
                           LINKAGE
                                          THROTTLE
                                          CLOSED
                              FIGURE  4-57

 With  the  throttle  in  the  off-idle  position,  the  anti-perculator  valve  is
 closed.   In  this operational  mode, no  escape of  fuel  vapor  occurs.

 As  a  review, we will  look at  the components  of the  evaporative  system
 again:  a fuel tank  filler cap  which seals the system,  a  special  fuel  tank
 designed  to  allow  space  for fuel expansion,  and  a venting system to carry
 vapors  from  the fuel  tank to  the charcoal  canister and into the engine
 for burning  (Figure  4-58).
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          VAPOR SAVER SYSTEM
                FUEL TANK
                VENT LINE
  PRESSURE
  VACUUM
  SAFETY
        CAP
CANISTER
                 OVERFILL
                 LIMITING
                 VALVE
LIQUID VAPOR
SEPARATOR
                FIGURE 4-58
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                    EXHAUST  GAS  RECIRCULATION
                            FIGURE 4-59

EGR or the Exhaust Gas Recirculation system reduces  oxides of nitrogen
emissions by recirculating regulated amounts of exhaust  gases with the
air/fuel mixture before entering the combustion chamber.  As VEC is show-
ing us in Figure 4-59,the air/fuel mixture is diluted with exhaust gases
which reduce the combustion temperature  to restrict  the  formation of
oxides of nitrogen.

VEC points out in Figure 4-60that air is approximately 21% oxygen, 78%
nitrogen, and 1% other harmless gases.   Nitrogen is  the  gas we want to
control.  Under atmospheric conditions  nitrogen is inert and will not
react with other gases,so it passes through the combustion process un-
changed.  However, above 2500°F or 1371°C when air is subjected  to hot
combustion pressure, nitrogen is no longer inert.  The nitrogen  combines
with oxygen to form a variety of other gases called  oxides of nitrogen,
all grouped together under the term NOX.

A function of the exhaust gas recirculation system is to reduce  combus-
tion temperatures by diluting the air/fuel mixture within the intake
manifold with regulated amounts of exhaust gases.  This  process  is shown
in Figure 4-61.  These exhaust gases will not support combustion  by
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                                    AIR
                                   21% = OXYGEN

                                   78% = NITROGEN

                                    I % = OTHER
                                               iTV/
                          FIGURE  4-60
                                     .CARBURETOR
                 FUEL
          INTAKE
          MANIFOLD
                                    EXHAUST

                                    AIR a FUEL
                          FIGURE  4-61
themselves.  This  exhaust gas  absorbs some of  the heat of combustion and

lowers combustion  temperatures,  thus reducing  the formation  of NO .   The
                                                            X
exhaust gas recirculation system recirculates  approximately  6 to 14% of

the unburned gases.
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 Exhaust  gas  recirculation was first used  by  the auto industry in 1972 to
 help  the  internal combustion engine meet  the clean air standards.   The
 Federal  Environmental Protection Agency has  established standards  that
 regulate  the amount of NO  emitted from automobiles.
                         /\

 The main  components of the exhaust gas recirculation system are a  flow
 control  device called the EGR valve and an Exhaust Gas Recirculation
 Coolant Temperature Override switch,  commonly called an EGR-CTO, and
 necessary connecting hoses as shown in Figure 4-62. The connecting hoses
               EXHAUST GAS  RECIRCULATION
             EGR
             CTO
             SWITCH
    CARBURETOR

EGR VALVE  \
                             FIGURE 4-62

route vacuum to the EGR valve  through the EGR-CTO switch.   This allows
the coolant temperature override switch to block or unblock the vacuum
source to the EGR valve,  depending upon the temperature of the engine
coolant.

Let's take a closer look  at the EGR valve and the EGR-CTO  switch.  First,
the EGR valve (Figure 4-63)is  a simple vacuum opened -  spring closed
valve.  A coiled spring  located above a flexible diaphragm  holds the valve
in a normally closed position.  There is a vacuum nipple to accept vacuum,
and a pintle which  is simply a metering rod connected to the diaphragm.
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                       EGR  VALVE
                         FIGURE  4-63


With no vacuum, the valve is closed.  The  pintle rests on a seat at the

valve bottom to prevent exhaust gas from flowing through the valve as

illustrated in Figure 4-64.
                  EGR VALVE (CLOSED)
         DIAPHRAGM
         SPRING
          DIAPHRAGM
          PINTLE
          SEAT
VACUUM
NIPPLE
                                     PINTLE
                         FIGURE 4-64
During engine operation, vacuum is supplied to the valve vacuum nipple.
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This vacuum  shown by VEC  draws the diaphragm upwards  overcoming the spring
force and pulling the pintle off its seat to open the valve (Figure 4-65).
                EGR VALVE  (OPENS)
          DIAPHRAGM
          SPRING"
                                       FROM
                                       VACUUM
                                       SOURCE
         DIAPHRAGI
                                  PINTLE

                                  PINTLE SEAT
                          FIGURE 4-65
Exhaust gas is moved by engine intake  manifold vacuum from the exhaust

system through the pintle opening and  valve passage.  This exhaust gas is

mixed in the intake manifold with the  fresh air/fuel mixture as  shown in
Figure 4-66.
                        TO
                        INTAKE
                        MANIFOLD
•0-
FROM
EXHAUST
PASSAGE
                          FIGURE  4-66

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The EGR-coolant temperature  override switch is another component in the
exhaust gas recirculation  system.  This switch (Figure 4-67) is a simple
temperature sensitive  vacuum switch that allows the vacuum to be controlled
                                    EXHAUST
                                    GAS
                                    RECIRCULATION
                                    COOLANT
                                    TEMPERATURE
                                    OVERRIDE
                                    SWITCH
                             FIGURE  4-67

according to the engine coolant  temperature.  At low temperature, the
ball in the switch blocks  vacuum at  the lower port from reaching the
center port which is connected to the  EGR valve.  When coolant tempera-
ture rises, the expansion  in  the lower chamber pushes up on the shaft
that unseats the ball  allowing vacuum  to be supplied to the EGR valve.
This improves driveability during the  warm-up period.

The exhaust gas recirculation system does not operate at idle or at full
throttle.  The addition of exhaust gases at idle will cause a very rough
idle condition.  At full  throttle, there is insufficient vacuum available
to open the EGR valve.

Two methods are used to regulate the amount of exhaust gases going into
the intake manifold.  They are the floor jet method and floor entry
method.  The floor jet system (Figure  4-68) meters exhaust gases through
two stainless steel jets  in the  intake manifold directly beneath the
carburetor primary throttle bores.  Intake manifold vacuum continually
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                FLOOR  JET  EGR  SYSTEM

                         INCOMING
                         FUEL-AIR    ORIFICE
                         MIXTURE
                                             FLOOR JET
            EXHAUST GAS
            CROSS-OVER
                  INTAKE
                  MANIFOLD
                           RECIRCULATING
                             GASES
                           FIGURE  4-68


draws  exhaust gases through the jets but the amount of flow depends upon

the amount of vacuum,  size of the floor jets and  the amount of exhaust

back pressure.


The other method for permitting exhaust gas entry into the intake manifold

is the floor entry method (Figure 4-69).   As you  can see, the EGR valve
                  EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION
                          INCOMING
                          FUEL-AIR
                          MIXTURE
                EGR VALVE
            EXHAUST GAS
            CROSS-OVER
RECIRCULATING
GASES
INTAKE
MANIFOLD
                           FIGURE 4-69

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allows the exhaust gases to reach  the opening  in  the  floor  and  enter  the
intake manifold.   The difference between  floor jet  and  floor  entry  method
is the floor entry opening does  not meter the  gases.  The EGR valve regu-
lates the amount  of exhaust gases  entering the intake manifold.

Remember - the purpose of the EGR  system  is  to supply in proper propor-
tions, exhaust gas to the air/fuel  mixture.  This dilution  lowers peak
combustion temperatures and reduces NO emissions.
                                      X
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                           SPARK  CONTROL
                            FIGURE 4-70

The purpose of the  spark control systems is  to  control the advance
and retard of the spark to improve combustion and reduce the formation
of NO  and the HC emissions.
     X

Retarded spark increases the exhaust gas temperature which promotes addi-
tional burning of the hydrocarbons (HC)  in the  exhaust manifold (Figure  4-71)
                                        LARGER
                                        THROTTLE
                                        OPENING
                                    HOTTER EXHAUST
                                    TEMPERATURE
                            FIGURE 4-71
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Retarded spark  at  idle  also  requires a larger throttle opening to obtain
the desired idle speed.  This results in more air entering the combustion
chamber during  idle.

It is important to note that vacuum from the engine can be sensed at
different places in the carburetor as shown in Figure 4-72.  Intake mani-
fold vacuum is  sensed below  the throttle plate; therefore, vacuum is
                      SOURCES OF VACUUM
                  VENTURI
                  VACUUM
                  PORTED
                  VACUUM
                  INTAKE
                  MANIFOLD
                  VACUUM
                            FIGURE  4-72

available at idle.   Ported  vacuum is sensed above the throttle plate and
vacuum is not available  until  the throttle plate is in an off idle posi-
tion.  Venturi  vacuum is  initiated  when greater amounts of air pass through
the venturi  portion of the  carburetor.  This vacuum may reach a maximum of
only 3" to 4" Hg.
Prior to the introduction  of  the spark control system, vacuum was
allowed to act directly  on the  vacuum advance unit on the distributor.
The control  of vacuum either  being allowed or denied to the distributor
is the main  purpose of the vacuum solenoid valve (Figure 4-73).  This
valve will either allow  or stop any vacuum to the distributor advance
unit.

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            VACUUM ADVANCE
            SHUT OFF  IN
            LOWER  GEARS
                           FIGURE 4-73

The vacuum solenoid  valve is basically an on/off  vacuum switch.  This
valve is controlled  electrically through a transmission switch.  When
electrical  current is applied through the contacts, the coil built into
the solenoid valve is energized.  This closes  the valve and blocks vacuum
from the carburetor  to the solenoid valve distributor port.  There is  a
filter on the end of the vacuum solenoid valve which allows atmospheric
pressure to enter the valve and bleed the distributor vacuum hose of any
vacuum.   The vacuum  solenoid valve is located  in  the vacuum line between
the vacuum source and the vacuum advance unit  on  the distributor.  A
cross section of the vacuum solenoid valve is  shown in Figure  4-74.

The vacuum solenoid  valve is controlled by a transmission switch.  The
transmission switch  is used on both the manual transmission and automatic
transmissions.   The  manual transmission switch is open in high gear
only.  The automatic transmission switch is open  at approximately 35 MPH
or high  gear.   See Figure 4-75for an illustration of the manual and
automatic transmission switch.
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                                      COIL
                                               ROD
          VACUUM  ADVANCE
          SHUT OFF IN
          LOWER GEARS
FILTER
                          FIGURE 4-74
                  MANUAL             AUTOMATIC
           TRANSMISSION SWITCH   TRANSMISSION SWITCH
             (OPENS IN HIGH GEAR)       (OPENS AT 35 MPH)
                          FIGURE 4-75
When the  transmission switch opens, it breaks the ground circuit  to the
vacuum solenoid valve.   When this ground circuit is broken,  the vacuum
solenoid  valve is de-energized pulling the plunger off its seat  (Figure
4-76)and  vacuum is allowed  to act on the distributor advance unit.  When
the transmission switch is  closed, the ground circuit is complete, the
vacuum solenoid valve is energized pulling the  plunger against its seat,
and vacuum is denied to the distributor advance unit.
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            VACUUM SOLENOID
            VALVE (DE-ENERGIZED)
                                           CARBURETOR
                                      VENT
                  DISTRIBUTOR
                            FIGURE 4-76


The vacuum solenoid valve has two electrical  connections.  One is connected

to the ignition switch, the other is connected  to  the  transmission switch

as shown in Figure 4-77.
                                                     D
                                            IGNITION
                                            SWITCH
            VACUUM
            SOLENOID
            VALVE
TRANSMISSION
SWITCH
                            FIGURE 4-77
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Figure 4-78shows the vacuum solenoid valve connected  between  the  carbu-
retor and the distributor with its  terminals  connected  to  the ignition
switch and to the transmission switch.   You will  notice that  vacuum is
being allowed through the vacuum solenoid valve,  thus the  transmission
swtich is open and the ground circuit has been  broken or the  vacuum
solenoid valve has been de-energized.
                                     SOLENOID VACUUM
                                     SWITCH
                                            DISTRIBUTOR
           TRANSMISSION
           SWITCH
           CARBURETOR
                                         IGNITION
                            FIGURE 4-78

 When the transmission switch is closed, the vacuum solenoid valve is
 energized, thus blocking or denying vacuum from the carburetor to the
 distributor  (Figure 4-79).   The vacuum solenoid valve will allow vacuum
 to  pass if electric current is being denied to the vacuum solenoid valve.
 There  are exceptions to this.  Some vacuum solenoid valves allow vacuum
 advance to the distributor when they are energized.

 Let's  take a  little closer look at a switch used with automatic trans-
 missions.  When the transmission is in low gear or the vehicle speed is
 below  35 MPH, the switch is closed, completing the ground circuit; how-
 ever,  when the vehicle exceeds 35 MPH, the switch opens, breaking the
 ground circuit, de-energizing the vacuum solenoid valve  (Figure 4-80).
 This opening  and closing of the automatic transmission switch is regulated
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                                  SOLENOID VACUUM
                                  SWITCH
         CARBURETOR

         TRANSMISSION
         SWITCH
                                      IGNITION
                          FIGURE 4-79
                 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS

                  CLOSED            OPEN
                BELOW 35 MPH
              OR LOWER GEARS
ABOVE 35 MPH
OR HIGH  GEAR
                          FIGURE  4-80


by hydraulic pressure  in the transmission.  The switch may be connected
in the  governor circuit, or to the  direct clutch of the automatic
transmission,  depending upon the type of transmission.
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The manual  transmission  switch basically performs the same function.   It
is closed in low gears,  thus  completing the ground circuit to the vacuum
solenoid valve (Figure  4-81)  and in high gear, the manual transmission
                   MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS
                   CLOSED              OPEN
                  LOW GEARS
HIGH GEAR
                            FIGURE  4-81

switch is open.   This  de-energizes  the vacuum solenoid valve by breaking
the ground circuit.  This  opening and closing of the manual  transmission
switch is performed  by the gear  shift linkage.

During the time  vacuum is  being  denied to the advance unit on the
distributor, the vacuum trapped  between the vacuum solenoid valve and
the vacuum advance unit on the distributor is purged with atmospheric
pressure.  This  is done through  a vent opening on the vacuum solenoid
valve, as illustrated  in Figure  4-82.  The vent opening usually has a
sponge filter to prevent foreign particles from entering the vacuum
solenoid valve.   The trapped vacuum, between the solenoid valve and the
advance unit, must be  released to allow the advance unit to return to
vacuum off position.

To improve cold  engine driveability, a CTO (cold temperature override)
switch has been  installed  in the transmission control spark system
(Figure 4-83).  The  purpose of this switch is to allow manifold vacuum
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                       NO SPARK ADVANCE
                           FIGURE  4-82
                                         CTO
                                         SWITCH
                                      COOLANT
                                      TEMPERATURE
                                      OVERRIDE
                                      SWITCH
                           FIGURE  4-83


to the  advance unit on the distributor when the  engine coolant tempera-

ture is  below approximately 160 F (71.1 C).  This CTO switch  is a tempera-

ture sensitive vacuum switch that allows the vacuum to be controlled

according to the engine coolant temperature.
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At cool temperatures, the CTO switch prevents  carburetor ported vacuum,  at
the lower port, from reaching the center port  which is connected to the
distributor vacuum control unit.   The upper port is open to the center
port which is connected to the distributor vacuum control  unit.  This
allows full manifold vacuum to the vacuum advance unit on  the distributor
when the engine coolant temperature is below approximately 160°F (Figure
4-84).  This improves driveability during the  warm-up periods.
                      TO IGNITION
                      SWITCH	
    OPEN OVER
    35 MPH
^  OR HIGH GEARS
                            FIGURE 4-84

When coolant temperature rises, the expansion of the material  in the
lower chamber of the switch pushes up on the ball, blocking off manifold
vacuum from the top port and allowing ported vacuum from the bottom port
to enter the center port.  This center port is connected to the vacuum
advance unit on the distributor.  This is the position of the CTO switch
under normal operating conditions (Figure 4-85).

Proper routing of vacuum hoses is very important because they help
determine the proper operation of the transmission control spark system.
Figure 4-86 shows the proper routing of vacuum hoses.  On the CTO (cold
temperature override) switch, port 1, the upper port is connected to
intake manifold vacuum.  Port D, which controls the device, is connected
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            ABOVE I60°F
                     TO IGNITION
                     SWITCH	
    OPEN OVER
    35 MPH
^   OR HIGH GEARS
                            FIGURE 4-85
                     TO IGNITION
                     SWITCH	
                            FIGURE 4-86


to the vacuum advance unit on  the distributor  and  the  lower  port,  port 2,
is connected to carburetor ported vacuum.   The cold  temperature override
switch is usually mounted very close  to the thermostat housing to  sense
the highest coolant temperature.
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Let's review the transmission control spark.  The vacuum solenoid valve
is connected between port 2 of the CTO switch and the carburetor ported
vacuum.  From the terminal leads of the vacuum solenoid valve we have
connected the transmission switch and the ignition switch.  Port D of the
CTO switch is connected to the distributor and port 1 to the manifold
vacuum.  If temperatures are below 160°F (71.1°C), the ball in the CTO
switch will be in a lower position, thus blocking off any vacuum that
might be coming from carburetor ported vacuum (Figure 4-87).  If the
the automobile is running between 0 and 35 MPH or in lower gears, the
             0°-I60°F
                      TO IGNITION
                      SWITCH	
    CLOSED UNDER
    35 MPH
*•  OR HIGH GEARS
                             FIGURE 4-87

transmission switch is closed,  thus completing the ground circuit and
energizing the vacuum solenoid  valve.   The vacuum solenoid valve being
energized will then block vacuum from the carburetor going to the CTO
switch.

Remember, there is a vent (Figure 4-88) in the vacuum solenoid valve
to allow atmospheric pressure to purge any vacuum remaining between
the vacuum solenoid valve and the vacuum advance unit on the distributor.
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                      TO IGNITION
                      SWITCH	
CLOSED UNDER
35 MPH
OR HIGH GEARS
                             FIGURE 4-5
Some transmission  control spark systems are equipped with  a  hot over-

ride swtich (Figure  4-89).  The purpose of this hot override switch is

to provide full  manifold  vacuum to the advance unit on  the distributor

when coolant temperatures reach 225°F (107.2°C).   This  advances the

spark, resulting in  a  faster  idle for more efficient cooling.
                 HOT-COOLANT OVERRIDE SWITCH
                                     I/CARBURETOR
                                       VACUUM
                                     ^DISTRIBUTOR
                                     /ADVANCE
                                       PORT

                                     !-MANIFOLD
                                       VACUUM
                                       COOLANT
                                       TEMPERATURE
                                       SENSOR
                             FIGURE 4-89


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The hot override switch (Figure  4-90)  is  basically constructed the same
as the CTO switch just discussed.   However,  the  hot override switch has
intake manifold vacuum routed  to the  lower port,  port 2.  Carburetor
                  HOT-COOLANT OVERRIDE SWITCH
                                        CARBURETOR
                                        VACUUM
                                        DISTRIBUTOR
                                        ADVANCE
                                        PORT
                                     n> MANIFOLD
                                     J  VACUUM
                                        COOLANT
                                        TEMPERATURE
                                        SENSOR
                             FIGURE  4-90

ported vacuum is connected to the  upper port, port 1.  The middle port,
or port D, is connected to the lower port of the CTO switch.  Let's take
a closer look at the vacuum routings and see what happens as the engine
coolant temperature goes from 0°F  (-17.8°C) to 225°F (107.2°C).

With the engine coolant above 160°F, the ball of the CTO switch moves
upward, blocking off any intake  manifold vacuum at the top port.  When
engine coolant is between  approximately 160°F (71.1°C) and 225°F (107.2°C)
(Figure 4-91)  ported vacuum is  routed to the hot override switch top
port and out port D to the lower port on the CTO switch.  Ported vacuum
is now available at port D on the  CTO switch which is connected to the
vacuum advance unit on the distributor.

When the coolant temperature is  above 225°F (107.2°C) (Figure 4-92)
the ball in the hot override switch  moves upward to block off the top
port.   This upward movement opens  a  passage and allows manifold vacuum
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                BELOW 225°F- ABOVE I60°F
                                               PORTED
                                               VACUUM
                                                -CTO
           HOT OVERRIDE
 PORTED
 VACUUM
                            FIGURE 4-91
                         ABOVE  225°F
                                               PORTED
                                               VACUUM
                                                CTO
          HOT OVERRIDE
MANIFOLD
VACUUM
                            FIGURE  4-92
to pass  through the hot override switch and CTO switch to the vacuum
advance  unit on the distributor.  With full manifold vacuum being applied
to the vacuum advance unit on  the distributor, engine RPM will  increase.
The increase in engine RPM allows the fan to draw more air through the
radiator,  as well as increase  coolant flow.  This will reduce coolant
temperature to safe operating  levels.
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Figure  4-93 shows a transmission  control spark system equipped with a hot
temperature override switch and a cold temperature override  switch.  The
vacuum  solenoid valve is installed in the vacuum line between carburetor
ported  vacuum and the upper port  of the hot override switch.
                                                 PORTED
                                                 VACUUM
                                                 -CTO
            HOT OVERRIDE
PORTED
VACUUM
                            FIGURE  4-93
General  Motor's thermal vacuum switch  (Figure 4-94)  operates  the same as
the hot  override switch, except the  internal structure is  a  little differ-
ent.   They use a small piston with seals instead of the ball.  Also the
                G.M.  THERMAL VACUUM VALVE
                HOT OVERRIDE          NORMAL  ADVANCE
                  POSITION                 POSITION
                               D-TO DIS-
                                  TRIBUTOR ™y
                               C-TO PORTED L
                                  VACUUM
                              MT-TO INTAKE
                                  MANIFOLD
                            FIGURE  4-94
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internal routing is slightly different.   Port D, or the upper port, is
connected to the distributor and  the  lower port, MT, is connected to
intake manifold and the center  port,  port C, is connected to the carbure-
tor ported vacuum.   Even though most  transmissions that control spark
systems are alike,  it is important  to check the manufacturer's specifica-
tions and service manuals for each  specific engine you are working on.

Dual diaphragm distributors  (Figure 4-95) are also used as a means to
retard the spark during deceleration  and  idle.  This vacuum unit has a
movable advance diaphragm as shown, which allows the spark to be retarded
                  DUAL DIAPHRAGM VACUUM  ADVANCE
             CARBURETOR
             VACUUM
             CONNECTION
             VACUUM
             ADVANCE
             SPRING
MANIFOLD
VACUUM
CONNECTION
                                              SECONDARY
                                              DIAPHRAGM
                 PRIMARY
                 DIAPHRAGM
 TO
 DISTRIBUTOR
    ADVANCE
    o=
    =^>
    RETARD
                             FIGURE  4-95

at idle and advance normally  at part throttle.  Two chambers are used
along with two calibrated  springs which allow the ported vacuum signal
to overcome manifold vacuum under part throttle conditions.
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On some engines, advanced spark  timing  is  required  during  periods of
deceleration for the purpose of  preventing backfiring or popping noise
in the engine exhaust system.  The  distributor  advance  control or
deceleration valve shown in Figure  4-96 is  added  to the advance diaphragm
vacuum supply line for the specific purpose of  advancing spark timing
during engine deceleration.
                 TO MANIFOLD VACUUM
TO
CARBURETOR
(ABOVE
THROTTLE
PLATE)
             TO DISTRIBUTOR
                            FIGURE  4-96

Remember - the purpose  of the  spark control timing system is to control
the advance and retard  of the  spark to improve combustion and reduce the
formation of NO  and the  HC  emissions.
               X
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                  CATALYTIC  CONVERTER  SYSTEM
          DVCS   CTVS
          SCS  OSAC
          ESC  PVS
          DVB  EFE
          BPS  TRSH
          CEC  FE
          CAP
          CTO  DR
          CCS  ECS
          CAM  VT
          RDV  VHC
         IEDM  DSC
CEGR   PCV
 TAV   EGR
  AIR   TCS
   AV   TAG
   VS   TRS
  :CSA  TIC
    Al  ISS
   AT   VAS
   DV   EES
   VA   EAC
    PV  CAI
 •AS  DTVSy
                          FIGURE 4-97


The purpose of emissions control systems  is to reduce the amounts of HC,
CO and NO  that are discharged to atmosphere from the automobile  (Figure
        A
4-97). Some of these devices  control  spark timing for more complete com-
bustion; others prevent the escape of fumes and vapors and re-introduce
these for further combustion.  Other modifications control the air/fuel
ratio so extra oxygen is available for more complete combustion.  Let's
see how the catalytic converter fits into the automotive emissions control
program.


The automobile manufacturers  found that a device called the catalytic
converter would reduce HC and CO emissions to a value that would meet
EPA requirements for 1975 and 1976.  The  catalytic converter would also
allow engines to be retuned for more power, performance and better fuel
economy.


Catalytic converter systems reduce the amount of hydrocarbons (HC) and
carbon monoxide (CO) in the automobile exhaust by providing an additional
area for oxidation or burning to occur as shown in Figure 4-98.
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                        FIGURE  4-98
The catalytic converter looks like another muffler.  It is located on the
automobile  exhaust system ahead of the muffler and fairly close to the
exhaust manifold (Figure 4-99).
             SINGLE  EXHAUST  SYSTEM
           WITH CATALYTIC  CONVERTER
                         MUFFLER
                                      EXHAUST
                     CATALYTIC
                     CONVERTER
                        FIGURE  4-99

On vehicles with one exhaust pipe,  one catalytic converter  is used.  If
the vehicle has dual exhausts, two  catalytic converters will normally be
used (Figure  4-100).
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              DUAL  EXHAUST  SYSTEM
           WITH CATALYTIC  CONVERTER
                                     EXHAUST
                                     PIPE
                                     ASSEMBLY
                           CATALYTIC
                           CONVERTERS
                        FIGURE 4-100

Looking closer at the catalytic converter,  one difference can be seen
that distinguishes it from an ordinary muffler (Figure4-101). That
difference is that the shell or outer skin  of the converter is made of
stainless steel.   Stainless steel  is more durable and corrosion resistant
than the metal used in ordinary muffler construction.
               CATALYTIC CONVERTER
                                      MUFFLER
                         FIGURE 4-101
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There are two  basic  internal designs for catalytic  converters: a monolith
design and a  pellet  design.

As exhaust gases  enter a monolith type catalytic converter  (Figure  4-102)
they first encounter a flow diffuser.  The flow diffuser  spreads or
diffuses the  exhaust gases for a more even flow through the  next component
                   MONOLITH  CONVERTER
           FLOW  DIFFUSER
           EXHAUST
           GASES
           HONEYCOMB
           MONOLITH
                                     STAINLESS  STEEL
                                     SHELL
STAINLESS
STEEL  MESH
                           FIGURE 4-102

which is the monolith  catalytic converter element.   Surrounding  the mono-
lith converter element is a stainless steel mesh.   The purpose of  this
mesh is to cradle the  monolith element and protect  it from road  shock.

The monolith element is  a honeycomb type design (Figure 4-103). The
element has hundreds of cellular passages for the  exhaust gases  to flow
through.  The element  is made of a ceramic material.   A very  thin  coating
of platinum and palladium is used to cover this cellular ceramic element.

The pellet style of catalytic converter (Figure 4-104)works in  the same
manner as the monolith converter.  Rather than a ceramic monolith  element,
the pellet style converter uses small aluminum oxide pellets  approximately
1/8" to 3/16" in diameter.  These small aluminum oxide pellets are coated
with a very thin layer of platinum and palladium.
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               MONOLITH  CONVERTER
            EXHAUST
            GASES
COATING OF
PLATINUM AND
PALLADIUM
                        FIGURE  4-103
                   PELLET - STYLE
               CATALYTIC  CONVERTER
                                INSULATION
                                INSULATION
                ALUMINUM OXIDE PELLETS
                        FIGURE  4-104
The exhaust gases enter the pellet converter (Figure4-105) and are directed
upward by baffles.  The only way for the exhaust gases  to leave the
converter is to flow downward, passing through the bed  of pellets and
then out of the converter to the muffler.  The pellet bed is  supported
by baffle plates.  There is also a layer of insulation  that enclosed  the
baffles and pellet bed.
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                EXHAUST  GAS   FLOW-THRU
                PELLET-STYLE CATALYTIC
                         CONVERTER
                                           INSULATION
          EXHAUST   /
          GASES  	
                                           INSULATION
                     ALUMINUM  OXIDE  PELLETS COATED
                     WITH PLATINUM AND PALLADIUM
                           FIGURE  4-105

Both types  of catalytic converters perform efficiently  but both have
advantages  and disadvantages.   The monolithic converter is more resistant
to damage from vibration and is physically smaller.   Therefore, it heats
up faster allowing it to perform its function sooner.   The monolithic
converter offers less resistantce to exhaust flow and therefore has less
back pressure.  The disadvantages of the monolithic  types are:  they are
not repairable; they must be replaced; they are more expensive to build;
and they require more platinum.

The pellet  type converter design is repairable; the  pellets can be
replaced; it uses less platinum and therefore, is less  expensive to
build.  The disadvantages of the pellet converter design are:  they warm
up slower because of their larger size; they offer more resistance to
exhaust gas flow; and they are not quite as durable  as  the monolith design,

Platinum and palladium, used in both converters, are noble metals.  These
elements are used as the catalytic agents of the catalysts.   Both types
of converters use approximately 70% platinum and 30% palladium.  Platinum
is the  better of the two as a catalyst, but is very  expensive.  Palladium
is not  as efficient as platinum, but is used to reduce  the overall cost.
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A catalyst is a substance  used  to  speed  up a chemical reaction.  The
nice thing about a catalyst  is,  it does  not change chemically, nor is
it used up.   (Platinum and palladium are used in the oxidizing catalytic
converter which reduces hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide).

The purpose  of oxidizing catalytic converter is to oxidize or add
oxygen to certain  harmful  elements and compounds in the exhaust gas.
These harmful  elements  and compounds are oxidized to harmless compounds.

In automotive applications,  the  chemical compounds that require oxidizing
are hydrocarbons (HC)  and  carbon monoxide (CO) as shown in Figure 4-106.
The hydrocarbons (HC)  are  portions  of unburned fuel.  The carbon monoxide
(CO) results when  there is insufficient oxygen to completely oxidize
carbon (C) atoms to  carbon dioxide  (C0?).
                          THESE  DANGEROUS  COMPOUNDS
                             IN THE EXHAUST  CAN  BE
                                OXIDIZED  INTO
                                            HARMLESS
                                             COMPOUNDS
                                               BY  THE
                                               CONVERTER
                            FIGURE 4-106
In the catalytic converter,  oxidizing or burning takes place.  The
temperature of this  secondary  combustion is approximately 200°F (93.3°C)
higher than the temperature  of the exhaust gases entering the converter.
If the exhaust gas is  1200°F (648°C) when it enters the converter, it
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will begin to burn or oxidize and  raise  the temperature to approximately
1400°F (760°C) in the converter (Figure  4-107).
               SECONDARY COMBUSTION OR
                 BURNING  OCCURS IN  THE
                    CATALYTIC  CONVERTER
                                          MUFFLER
                         FIGURE 4-107

Additional  air is supplied to the catalytic converter  (Figure 4-108) for
the burning or oxidizing process by two means:  an AIR  pump, which  pumps
           ADDITIONAL  AIR  IS  SUPPLIED TO
            THE CATALYTIC  CONVERTER  BY=
          AIR  INJECTION  SYSTEMS
LEAN AIR-FUEL RATIOS
                         FIGURE 4-108
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air into the  exhaust manifold, and excessive air in the exhaust manifold
that has not  been used in the combustion  process.

During  the  oxidizing or burning in the  catalytic converter the hydro-
carbons are broken into hydrogen (H)  and  carbon (C) atoms.  The hydrogen
(H) is  then oxidized and converted to water vapor  (FLO).  The carbon  (C)
is also oxidized and converted to carbon  dioxide (002)-  Any carbon mon-
oxide (CO)  resulting from incomplete  combustion is also oxidized to
carbon  dioxide  (C0?).  Both water vapor (hLO) and  carbon dioxide (CCL)
are harmless  gases and do not pollute the air (Figure 4-109).
                  HC  AND CO ARE OXIDIZED IN
                  THE CATALYTIC  CONVERTER
                        TO  H20 AND C02
                            FIGURE  4-109

The oxidizing  catalytic converter begins working when exhaust gas tempera^
tures reach  approximately 500 F (260 C).   As  the vehicle is being driven,
the normal operating temperatures inside the  converter will be 1200°F
(648.9°C)  to 1600°F  (871.1°C) as shown in  Figure 4-110.  During these
operating  conditions, the outside stainless steel shell temperatures
will be approximately 600-800°F (315.6-426.7°C).
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                  CONVERTER OPERATING
                      TEMPERATURES
                               INSIDE
                         TEMPERATURE
                          1200-1600° F
              SHELL TEMPERATURES 600-800°F
                         FIGURE 4-110

Much higher temperatures can occur in the converter.  These higher temper-
atures can be caused by one or more spark plugs misfiring or a carburetor
malfunction that allows an excessively rich mixture (Figure 4-111).  If
either of these conditions occur, an increased burning or oxidation will
occur.  This increase in oxidation rate will lead  to a rapid increase in
temperature.  If this temperature reaches approximately 2500°F (1371.1°C),
the aluminum oxide pellets or the aluminum substrate in the monolith
           EXCESSIVELY  RICH  MIXTURES
           CAN  LEAD   TO  A DESTROYED
               CATALYTIC  CONVERTER
                         FIGURE  4-111
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converter will  be damaged to the extent that the converter will  have to
be replaced.   For this  reason, vehicles equipped with  catalytic  conver-
ters should not be run  with spark plug wires that are  open, disconnected
or shorted out.   If shorting or disconnecting of a spark plug  is required,
the engine should not be run for over 30 seconds.  Any condition which
allows an excessively rich air/fuel mixture to reach  the catalytic  con-
verter should  be  corrected immediately to prevent possible converter
damage.

Some automobile manufacturers have incorporated methods of protecting
the catalytic  converter.  Figure 4-112 shows a protection system  used by
                CATALYST PROTECTION  SYSTEM
                        BALLAST RESISTOR .IGNITION SWITCH
                                                 TO
                                                 BATTERY
                                                 START
                                                 'RUN
ELECTRONIC
CONTROL UNIT
            ELECTRONIC
            SPEED
            SWITCH
                                                THROTTLE
                                                POSITION
                                                SOLENOID
                                            *  BATTERY
                            FIGURE 4-112

Chrysler Corporation.   The  purpose of this system is to protect  the  cat-
alytic converter from  overheating and damage during periods  of decelera-
tion.  When engine  speed  exceeds 200 RPM, the throttle position  solenoid
is energized by a signal  from the electronic speed switch.   When  the
throttle is released,  the throttle position solenoid holds  the throttle
at a preset point corresponding to 1500 RPM.  The electronic speed
switch senses when  engine speed drops below 2000 RPM and de-energizes
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the throttle position solenoid allowing the throttle plates  to return  to
the curb  idle position.  By keeping  the throttle plates at a 1500  RPM
position,  enough air is admitted  during deceleration to allow more com-
plete combustion and prevent excessive hydrocarbon buildup on the  con-
verter.

Shown in  Figure 4-113 is Ford's Thermactor system that is used to pump
additional  air into the exhaust manifold.  This additional  air permits
               CATALYST  PROTECTION  SYSTEM
             SOLENOID
             VACUUM
             VALVE
     TEMPERATURE
     SWITCH

     CHECK VALVE

     PVS  ELECTRIC
     SWITCH
VACUUM DIFFERENTIAL
VALVE (VDV)
AIR BY-PASS VALVE
AIR PUMP
                            FIGURE  4-113

further oxidation or burning to  occur  in the exhaust manifold  and also
provides the  necessary air for the proper operation of the  catalytic
converter.
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Some manufacturers use heat shields  (Figure 4-114)to protect undercarriage
components from the catalytic  converter's additional heat.  Vehicles
intended for heavy duty operation, such as trailer towing, will also have
special insulation beneath  the carpeting to minimize heat buildup inside
the vehicle.
                        HEAT  SHIELDS
          INTERIOR
          INSULATING
          PADS
                                             HEAT
                                             SHIELDS
          CATALYTIC
          CONVERTER
LOWER SHIELD
                           FIGURE 4-114

Any vehicle using  a catalytic converter must use lead-free fuel.  If
leaded gasoline  is used, the lead will coat the platinum-palladium
catalyst material.  This coating of lead destroys the effectiveness of
the catalytic  converter, requiring it to be replaced or recharged
(Figure 4-115).

Figure 4-116shows  the special fuel tank filler neck found on all catalytic
converter equipped cars.  A special smaller diameter, unleaded fuel
nozzle must be used to  fill the fuel tank.  This small diameter fuel
nozzle is the  only nozzle that will fit in the new small diameter filler
neck.  A spring loaded  door inside the filler neck prevents adding fuel
by any other means except this small diameter unleaded fuel nozzle.
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              LEADED FUEL  DESTROYS
             CATALYST  EFFECTIVENESS

                         FIGURE 4-115
               UNLEADED  FUEL FILLER INLET
           UNLEADED
           FUEL
           NOZZLE
                     LEADED FUEL
                     NOZZLE
                     RESTRICTOR
           UNLEADED
           FUEL FILLER
                         FIGURE 4-116


One problem associated with  catalytic converters is  the production of a
sulfuric acid  (H2$04) mist (Figure 4-117).   Under certain operating
conditions, the oxidizing atmosphere of the converter enhances the produc-
tion of sulfuric acid.  Sulfur is normally found in  gasoline in very small
quantities. The sulfur (S)  is converted to sulfur dioxide (SOp) in the
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                 UNDER  CERTAIN  OPERATING
                 CONDITIONS A  SULFURIC  ACID
               (H2S04)  MIST CAN  BE  PRODUCED
                                              H2S04
                                          C02
             2 S02 + 02
             S03 + H20
2S03
H2S04
                           FIGURE  4-117

combustion  process.  When the sulfur dioxide (S02) reaches  the  converter,
it is further oxidized to sulfur trioxide (SO.,).  Under certain conditions
the sulfur  trioxide will combine with water vapor (H^O) and form sulfuric
acid (H2S04) mist.

Oxidizing catalytic converters used to control hydrocarbons and carbon
monoxide, cannot control oxides of  nitrogen (NOV).  NO  is  formed in  the
                                             X      X
combustion  chamber where an oxidizing atmosphere converts nitrogen (N)
to nitric oxide (NO) and nitrogen dioxide (N09).  In order to control NO
                                           L-                         X
emissions from automobiles, a reducing catalyst would be needed.  A
reducing catalyst would reduce or change chemical compounds that have
been oxidized back to their unoxidized condition.  A reducing catalyst
will convert NO and N02 back to nitrogen (N) and oxygen (0^) both of
which are harmless (Figure 4-118).

Remember -  the purpose of the catalytic converter system is to reduce
exhaust emissions  by oxidizing hydrocarbons and  carbon monoxide into
harmless gases.
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  OXIDIZING
  CONVERTERS
  OXIDIZE
  HC + CO
  H + 02— H20

  C + Q.— CQ.
REDUCING
CONVERTERS
REDUCE  NO
               2NO—
vmn m) nnnjmTTTT
               FIGURE 4-118
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