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                          STUDENT'S WORKBOOK
                         FOR VEHICLE EMISSIONS
                               CONTROL TRAINING
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             Office of Air and Waste Management
          Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards
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                                 EPA-450/3-77-035
 STUDENT'S  WORKBOOK
FOR VEHICLE EMISSIONS
    CONTROL TRAINING
                   by
           B.D. Hayes, Project Director
        M.T. Maness, Associate Project Director
         R.A. Ragazzi, Principal Investigator

          Department of Industrial Sciences
            Colorado State University
           Fort Collins, Colorado 80523
           EPA Grant No. T900621-01-0

         EPA Project Officer: Bruce Hogarth
                Prepared for


     U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
         Office of Air and Waste Management
       Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards
        Control Programs Development Division
       Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711

                November 1977

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current contractors and grantees, and nonprofit organizations - as supplies
permit - from the Library Services Office (MD-35),  Environmental Protection
Agency, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711; or, for a fee, from
the National Technical Information Service, 5285 Port Royal Road, Springfield,
Virginia 22161.
This report was furnished to the Environmental Protection Agency by the
Department of Industrial Sciences, Colorado State University,  Fort Collins,
Colorado, 80523, through Grant No. T900621-01-0. The contents of this
report are reproduced herein as received from Colorado State  University.
The opinions, findings,  and conclusions expressed are those of the authors
and not necessarily those of the Environmental Protection Agency. Mention
of company or product names is not to be considered as an endorsement
by the Environmental Protection Agency.
                        Publication No. EPA-450/3-77-035
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                              Foreword

     Motor vehicle emissions control is becoming an increasingly large
part of each person's life who is associated with the automotive indus-
try.  This is particularly true of the people that have to service
today's motor vehicles.  Since the beginning of motor vehicle emissions
control in the mid-1960's, a number of different emissions control
systems have evolved.  These systems have been augmented with a variety
of other devices that only add to the cluttered and confusing array of
wires, plumbing and vacuum hoses that are found under the hood of most
cars today.  It is of little wonder that a large number of service
people feel intimidated and confused when they look under the hood of
today's cars.
     It is the intent of this student workbook to explain each basic
emissions control system and some of the more common devices found on
today's cars.  Each discussion and exercise will be concerned with the
basic concept (what does the system do?) of a certain system.  If a
service technician can understand the concept of a system and how it
relates to driveability and emissions, he is on the right road for
increasing profits, satisfying customers, and aiding in the effort
toward clean air.
     Another advantage to learning the concepts of emissions control
systems is that  the same system concept applies to nearly every car.
This reduces some of the confusion that results from studying Ford's
system today, AM's system tomorrow and Chrysler's the day after.  Once
a concept is understood that knowledge can be applied to nearly all
cars.  The hardware may be somewhat different in appearance, but the job
it is performing is essentially the same.
     We hope these booklets will help remove some confusion and aide the
mechanic in the performance of his job.
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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.
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                         Student's Workbook






     The Student Workbook is designed to lead the student through the




key points of each emissions control system.



     Each basic emissions control system presented will have the follow-




ing information provided.






PART IDENTIFICATION



     The basic parts of each emissions control system will be identified



Physical identification of each part involved in a system is important.



The identification of parts related to a specific system allows a person



to look under the hood of a car and "see" systems, rather than a confus-



ing mass of hoses, switches, and other devices.   A very brief descrip-



tion of what the part does is also provided.






SYSTEM OPERATION



     In this section the individual parts of each system are explained.



The total system is studied from a functional viewpoint which tells what



it is supposed to do.  The way the system operates is explained, showing



flow paths, and variations due to different modes of engine operation.



Understanding how a system operates makes troubleshooting and correcting



problems a much simpler task.






SYSTEM CONTROL



     This section deals with the control of a system.  Many emissions



control systems are controlled by various temperature devices and/or



sources of engine vacuum.  This section will deal with how a particular



system is or may be controlled.  Understanding of this portion also



enhances the troubleshooting ability of the service technician.

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SYSTEM EFFECTS  ON HC-CO AND DRIVEABILITY



     This section deals with  the  effect of the system on emissions and



driveability.   It explains how  and  why the system affects emissions and



driveability.   It is  hoped this section will build an appreciation of



the need for proper operation and adjustment of any system that affects



the internal combustion engine.





W6RKSHEETS



     For each  system  a basic  worksheet is included.  The purpose of this



worksheet is to enforce the previously covered material.  The use of



hands-on and the effects  that establishing different system conditions



have on emissions are extremely important tools in the learning process.



Incorporated with the worksheets  are quick operational checks that can



be made on each system.

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                         CONTENTS


Unit 1 - Cause and Effect	1
     Hydrocarbons 	  1
     Carbon Monoxide  	  2
     Oxides of Nitrogen 	  2
Unit 2 - Infrared Exhaust Gas Analyzer	5
     Parts of Analyzer	5
     Causes for various HC-CO Meter Readings  	  6
     Worksheet  . .  . .-	11
Unit 3 - Ignition and Carburetion	13
     Idle Mixture Adjustments - CO Emissions  	 13
     Idle Mixture Adjustments - HC Emissions  	 14
     Advancing Ignition Timing - HC Emissions 	 15
     Worksheet	16
Unit 4 - Positive Crankcase Ventilation 	 17
     Crankcase	17
     Ventilation	18
     Closed PCV System	18
     Flow of Blowby Gases	19
     Purpose of PCV Valve	20
     Control of HC,  CO and Driveability	21
     Operational Checks 	 22
     PCV Valve Checks	24
     Worksheet	24
Unit 5 - Thermostatic Air Cleaners	25
     Types of TAG Systems	25
     Parts Common to TAG Systems	26
     Major Parts of Thermostatic Type	26
     Major Parts of Vacuum Motor Type	27
     Operating Modes Common to TAG Systems  	 27
     Operation and Control of Thermostatic Type 	 28
     Operation and Control of Vacuum Motor Type 	 30
     Emissions and Driveability 	 33
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     Operational  Checks  	  34
     Worksheet	36
Unit 6 - Air Injection Systems  	37
     Main Components  	37
     Air Flow	38
     Diverter Valve Operation 	  38
     Pressure Buildup Diverter Valve  	  40
     Purpose of Air Switching Valve 	  40
     Gulp Valve	41
     Control of HC, CO and Driveability	42
     Operational Checks  	  43
     Worksheet	46
Unit 7 - Fuel Evaporation Control	47
     Components of System 	  47
     Operation of System	48
     Methods to Purge Fuel Vapors	50
     Operation of Carburetor Fuel Bowl Vents	51
     Control of HC, CO and Driveability	52
     Maintenance Checks  	  53
     Worksheet	53
Unit 8 - Exhaust Gas Recirculation	55
     Purpose of EGR Valve	55
     Control Components  	  56
     Ported Vacuum EGR with CTO Switch	57
     Venturi Vacuum EGR with CTO Switch	58
     Ported Vacuum EGR with Back Pressure Sensor   	  59
     Control of HC, CO,  NO  and Driveability	61
                          X
     Operational Checks  	  63
     Worksheet	67
Unit 9 - Spark Control Systems	69
     Purpose for Retarted Spark Timing at Idle 	  69
     Parts of Transmissions Control Spark System   	  70
     Operation of Transmissions Controlled  Spark   	  70
       System
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     Transmission Controlled Spark System with 	 72
       CTO Switch
     Transmission Controlled Spark System with 	 73
       Hot and Cold Temperature Switch
     OSAC Valve	74
     Control of HC, CO, NO  and Driveability	75
                          X
     Operational Checks  	 76
                                                              t,
     Worksheet	79
Unit 10 - Catalytic Converter Systems	81
     Purpose of Catalytic Converter  	 81
     Construction of Converter 	 82
     Engine Performance Effects Catalytic Converter  .... 83
       Operation
     Purpose of Protection Systems 	 83
     Operation of Protection Systems 	 84
     Purpose of Exhaust System Heat Shield 	 85
     Use of Unleaded Fuel	86
     Control of HC, CO, NO  and driveability	86
                          J*±
     Worksheet	88
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                           STUDENT WORKBOOK
                           Cause and Effect
                                Unit 1

NOTES:
     Throughout this course of study, the terms, Hydrocarbons  (HC),
Carbon Monoxide (CO) and Oxides of Nitrogen will be used frequently.
These are terms that should be understood by today's service technician.
These terms appear in all information relating to emissions control.
They appear on the majority of VEHICLE EMISSIONS CONTROL INFORMATION
labels found under the hood of today's cars.  A service technician must
understand these terms if he is to properly adjust today's automobiles,
and properly use today's test equipment.  Knowledge of these terms also
aids the technician in giving explanations to customer-related questions.

A. Hydrocarbons
   Hydrocarbons, abbreviated HC, are the chemical components that make
   up all petroleum products.  This includes gasoline, fuel oil, and
   lubricating oil.  In regard to today's cars, hydrocarbon (HC)
   emissions indicate gasoline that did not burn.  This may be expressed
   as unburned hydrocarbon emissions.
           HYDROCARBONS
              PPM.
                                   This meter shows us how much
                                   unburned gasoline (HC) is leaving
                                   the engine and being exhausted to
                                   the air.
           Figure 1-1

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   Hydrocarbon emissions contribute to the following conditions.
     1. The formation of photochemical smog.
     2. Eye irritation
     3. Health hazards - some unburned hydrocarbons are suspected
        of causing cancer and other health related problems.

B. Carbon Monoxide
   Carbon Monoxide (CO) results from incomplete comubstion.   In order  to
   burn  a given amount of gasoline completely, a certain amount of  air
   must  be present.  If these is too much fuel present for the amount  of
   air,  carbon monoxide  (CO) emissions increase.  As the proper amount
   of air becomes available  for a certain amount of fuel - CO emissions
   decrease.
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process in the engine.  Seventy-eight (78%) percent of the air we

breathe is made up of nitrogen.  When this air is drawn into the

engine and burned at temperatures greater than approximately 2500°F,

NO  or oxides of nitrogen are formed.
  Ji

     Instruments are available that read NO  emissions.  Because
     of their high cost, they are not usually found in automobile
     service facilities.

Oxides of nitrogen (NO ) emissions contribute to the following condi-
                      J^

tions.

   1. NO  + sunshine and hydrocarbons form photochemical smog.
        Ji

   2. NOX contributes to the dirty brown color associated with
      photochemical smog.

   3. Ozone (0,) results from chemical reactions involving NO .
              j                                              X

      a)  Ozone contributes to the smell associated with
         photochemical smog.

      b)  Ozone also acts as an irritant to the eyes and lungs.

      c)  Ozone causes rubber products to rapidly deteriorate
         and is harmful to many types of plants.

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                         STUDENT'S WORKBOOK
                    Infrared Exhaust Gas Analyzer
                               Unit 2
Introductory Notes:
A. Explain the basic parts of the infrared exhaust gas analyzer,
         Figure 2-1
   Label each main part listed,

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B. Figures 2-2 through 2-10 are exhaust gas  analyzer readings.   List the

   possible causes  for  the readings shown.

   NOTES:
rOROCARBONS
  PPM.
        Figure  2-2
                                   1.
                                       a)
                                       b)
                                 Lo
                                 Scale
           CARBONl MONOXIDE
              PERCENT
                                  Lo
                                  Scale
    NOTES:

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        Figure  2-3
                                2. Symptoms  -  Rough engine idle

                                   a)

                                      1)
                             Hi
                             Scale
      2)


      3)


      4)


      5)


      6)


      7)


3. Symptoms - Rough  idle
                                   a)
                             Hi
                             Scale
      1)


      2)


      3)
          ON MONOXIDE
          PERCENT
                             Lo
                             Scale
        Figure  2-4
NOTES:

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     HYDROCARBONS
         PPM.
X   CARBON  MONOXIDjK '""
        PERCENT
      Figure 2-5
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      CARBON! MONOXIDE
         PEpCEjNT
        Figure 2-7
        RBONt MONOXIDE
         PERCENT
                              6.  Symptoms

                                 a)
                             - Engine surging,  1500 rpm
                           Lo
                           Scale b)
                           LO
                           Scale
                              7.  Symptoms  - Engine surging, 1500 rpm
                           LO
                           Scale
                           LO
                           Scale
        Figure  2-8
NOTES:

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Figure 2-9
                       8. Symptoms - Black  smoke,  2500  rpm

                          a)
                     Lo
                     Scale
                            1)
                            2)
                            3)
                            4)
                       9. Symptoms - Occasional miss, 1500

                          rpm

                          a)
                     Lo
                     Scale
                          b)
                     Lo
                     Scale
Figure 2-10
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Fill out the following worksheet as you perform the checks.
Engine Speed
0
0
Idle
Idle
Idle
Idle
Worksheet
Test Conditions
Warm up - Zero and Span Analyzer
Remove gas cap. Hold probe next to
filler neck. Which meter indicates
unburned gasoline?
Record HC and CO for reference
reading.
Remove and ground one spark plug
wire.
Remove air cleaner unit.
Partially close choke.
HC
(PPM)
—





CO
(%)
—





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                         STUDENT'S WORKBOOK


                      Ignition and Carburetion


                               Unit 3
Introductory  Notes:
A. Explain how carburetor idle mixture adjustments affect CO emissions.

                               1. What are  CO emissions directly  related

                                  to?
  CO
  %
7.0-
6.0-
5.0-
4.0-
3.0-
.0
1.0-
n •»



1








            A   B    C   0
           FACTORY l/» TURN 1/2 TURN V* TURN
           SPECS  RICH   RICH   RICH
            Figure 3-1
Figure 3-1 has  points marked A-D.

Explain what  each of these points

represents.

a)
b)
c)
                                  d)
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NOTES:
B. Explain how carburetor idle mixture  screw adjustments  affect HC

   emissions.

                               1. What causes more unburned fuel to be

                                  exhausted as the air/fuel mixture

                                  becomes richer?
  HC
  PPM
300-
&OU
?00'
150-
100-
50










           FACTORY I/4TURN 1/2 TURN 3/4TURN
           SPECS RICH   RICH   RICH
            Figure 3-2
                                  Figure 3-2 has points marked A-D.

                                  Explain what each of these points

                                  represents.

                                  a)
b)
                                  c)
                                  d)
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C. Explain why advancing ignition timing  increases HC  emissions.
                                 1.  Explain  why HC emissions increase as
                                    ignition timing is advanced.
  HC
  PPM
300
250-
200
150
100-
50-
           Tl
           FACTORY »5'TIMWG tlO* TIMING *I5- TIMING
           9PECS ADVANCE ADVANCE ADVANCE
            Figure 3-3
                                    Figure  3-3  has points  marked A-D.
                                    Explain what each of these points
                                    represents.
                                    a)
                               b)
                                    c)
                                    d)
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Fill out the following worksheets as you perform the tests.




                  IGNITION AND CARBURETION




                          WORKSHEET
Engine Speed
Idle (manufac-
turer 's specs)
Idle - maintain
manufacturer ' s
recomended
idle speed

Idle - maintain
manufacturer ' s
recommended
idle specs
Test Conditions
Carburetor set at manufacturer ' s
specs.
1/4 turn rich on idle mixture
adjustment screw (s)
1/4 turn rich on idle adjust-
ment screw (s)
1/4 turn rich on idle adjust-
ment screw (s)
1/4 turn rich on idle adjust-
ment screw (s)
Reset idle mixture adjustment
screws to manufacturer ' s
specs.

Timing set at manufacturer ' s
specs
Advance timing* 5°
Advance timing 5°
Advance timing 5°
Advance timing 5°
Reset timing to manufacturer's
specs
HC
(PPM)













CO
(%)













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                          STUDENT'S  WORKBOOK
                 Positive Crankcase  Ventilation System
                                Unit 4
Introductory Notes:
A. Define the term "CRANKCASE."
   List the areas that are part of the  crankcase,
   1.
   2.
   3.
           CLOSED SYSTEM
           Figure 4-1
Draw arrows to crankcase areas,
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B. Explain what is meant by the term "VENTILATION."



   List the problems blowby gases can cause  if  the crankcase is not



   ventilated.



   1.



   2.



   3.



   4.





C. List the four main parts of the  "closed"  PVC system.



   1.




   2.




   3.




   4.
            CLOSED SYSTEM
            Figure  4-2
    Label the four main parts  of the closed PCV system.
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D.  Explain the flow of blowby gases in the  closed PCV system.
                                    Notes:
           CLOSED SYSTEM
          Figure 4-3
   Show the normal  flow path of
   blowby gases and fresh air in
   the closed PCV system.
            CLOSED SYSTEM
         Figure  4-4

   Show the flow of  blowby gases
   during full throttle operation.
                                    Notes:
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E. Explain the purpose of the PCV valve.
   JJTRJNO
   OR MOVE
           Figure 4-5
                     MOVE BOOT
   SPRING
                          n_
           Figure 4-6
                                    What engine conditions correspond to
                                    this PCV valve position?
                                    What engine conditions  correspond to
                                    this PCV valve position?
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           (MIDDLE POSITION)
                       VALVE
   SPRMG
   PLUNGER
   OR VALVE
                                     What engine conditions  correspond to

                                     this PCV valve position?
           Figure 4-7


F. Explain the effect the  PCV system can have on HC and CO  emissions and

   driveability?
          MUVE STUCK OPEN
     BODY
  TO
  MANIFOLD
  VACUUM
           Figure  4-8
1. List the  conditions a PCV valve

   stuck in  the maximum flow position

   causes.

   a)
                                        b)
                                        c)
                                        d)
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  SLUDGE &
  OIL DEPOSITS
VALVE STUCK CLOSED

        \£
                  PLUNGER
2. List the  conditions a PCV valve

   stuck  in  the minimum flow position

   could  cause.

   a)
                                       b)
                                       c)
          Figure 4-9
G. List the reasons for always  checking the manufacturer's service

   manual.

   a)


   b)


   c)


   d)
H. PCV System Operational Checks.

   1. Figure 4-10  shows  a vacuum draw test  being performed.  List  the

      basic steps  of  this procedure.

                                       a)
   PCV
           Figure 4-10
                                       b)
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    Explain how you would know  if  the  PCV system were operating

    properly.
 2. Figure 4-11 shows a crankcase vacuum draw test being performed

    using the inclined ramp and ball tester.   List the basic steps for

    performing this test.
PCV
                    INCLINED RAMP
                    8 BALL TESTER
                                    a)
                                    b)
                                    c)
        Figure 4-11

    Explain how you would know if the PCV system  is  operating properly.
 3. Figure 4-12 shows a crankcase vacuum draw test  being performed

    with an adjustable PCV system tester.  List  the basic steps

    required to perform this test.
                                    a)


                                    b)


                                    c)


                                    d)


                                    e)
        Figure 4-12
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      Explain  how you would  know  if  the PCV system were operating



      properly.
I.  PCV Valve Checks



   1.  Figure 4-13 shows  a PCV valve being tested.  List the basic steps



      required to perform this test.



                                      a)





                                      b)





                                      c)





                                      d)





                                      e)
           Figure  4-13




      List the probable cause of no vacuum being felt at step e)
   Fill out the following worksheet as you perform the checks.
Engine
Speed
Idle
Idle
Idle
Idle
Test Condition
VACUUM DRAW TEST
Place a sheet of paper over oil
filler hole
VACUUM DRAW TEST
Inclined Ramp and Ball
VACUUM DRAW TEST
Adjustable Tester
PCV VALVE TEST
Pass




Fail




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                           STUDENT'S WORKBOOK



                       Thermostatic Air Cleaners



                                Unit 5
INTRODUCTORY NOTES:
A. Identify the two types of air cleaners shown below,
           Figure 5-1
           Figure 5-2
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B. List the parts that are common to both systems,



   a)



   b)



   c)
                                  Label  the parts that are common to



                                  both systems.
            Figure 5-3




 C.  Identify the parts of the thermostatic air cleaner,



                                   a)
                                   b)
                                   c)
      THERMOSTATIC TYPE
            Figure 5-4
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D. Identify the parts  of  the vacuum motor system.

                         	.   a)
      VACUUM  MOTOR
   TO EXHAUST
   MANIFOLD
   SHROUD
                                   b)
                                   c)
d)
            Figure 5-5


E. Identify the  three operating modes common to both types of air

   cleaners.

                                   1.	 _ _ _  mode,

                                      List the  temperature conditions

                                      necessary for  this mode of

                                      operation.   Draw in the air flow

                                      path for  this  mode.
      TO EXHAUST
      MANIFOLD SHROUD
            Figure 5-6
                                   2.	  mode

                                      List the  temperature conditions

                                      necessary for this mode of

                                      operation.   Draw in the air flow

                                      path for  this mode.
            Figure  5-7
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                                  3.	mode.
                                     List the temperature conditions
                                     necessary for this mode  of
                                     operation.  Draw  in the  air flow
                                     path for this mode.
           Figure 5-8
F. List the events that control the thermostatic air cleaner from cold
   startup through normal operating temperature.
                                  1. Below approximately  100°F the
                                     thermostat is retracted.
                                     a) Explain how the damper assembly
 ___^___^___^^_^^^^^_^^^_          is positioned.
  INCOMING AIR BELOW SPECIFIED
     TEMPERATURE (APPRO* 100°)
           Figure 5-9
oo
oo
oo
oo
oo
oo
                                     b) Is heated  air  or  cold air
                                        allowed into the  carburetor?
                                     c) Explain when  and  how the intake
                                        air is preheated.
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APPROXIMATELY 105 F
      Figure  5-10
APPROXIMATELY  130 F
2. At approximately 105°F, the thermo-

   stat begins to expand.

   a) Explain how the damper assembly
      is positioned.
                                b) Is heated or cold air allowed  to
                                   enter the carburetor?
3.  At approximately 130°F, the thermo-

   stat has expanded to full length.

   a)  Explain how the damper assembly
      is positioned.
                                b) Is heated or cold air allowed to
                                   enter the carburetor?
      Figure 5-11
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                                    4.  Label  the vacuum override motor.

                                       a) During what engine condition
                                          will  the vacuum  motor allow cold
                                          air to enter the carburetor?
           Figure 5-12


G. List the  events that control the vacuum motor air  cleaner.

                                    1. With  the engine  shut off, what mode

                                       should the damper assembly be  in?
   AIR VALVE TYPE AIR CLEANER
               DIAPHRAGM SPRING
      VACUUM MOTOR,
DIAPHRAGM \
 TO EXHAUST
 MANIFOLD -
 .  SHROUD
           Figure  5-13
 AIR BLEED
 VALVE
 CLOSED
  FULL
  VACUUM
  SIGNAL TO
  VACUUM MOTOR
                        TO MANIFOLD
                        VACUUM
                                  2. What is the position of the  air

                                     bleed valve below 85°F?
                                       Explain what holds the valve  in

                                       this  position.
           Figure  5-14
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   HOT AIR DELIVERY MODE

                DIAPHRAGM SPRING
     VACUUM MOTOR
DIAPHRAGM \
            Figure  5-15
                       TEMPERATURE
                         SENSOR
                          SPRING
TO
VACUUMS
MOTOR
WEAKENED
VACUUM SIGNAL
TO MANIFOLD
VACUUM
            Figure 5-16
        REGULATING MODE
                 DIAPHRAGM SPRING
      VACUUM MOTOR
 DIAPHRAGM \
              3.  Explain how the damper assembly is

                  moved when the engine is started.
                                        Is heated or cold air allowed to

                                        enter  the carburetor?
              4. Explain how  some vacuum is destroyed

                 between 85-105°F.
              5. Explain how  the damper  assembly  is

                 moved into the regulating mode when

                 vacuum decreases.
           Figure 5-17
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                     TEMPERATURE
                       SENSOR
                        SPRING
I
A
j
                       TO MANIFOLD
                       VACUUM
          Figure 5-18
   VACUUM MOTOR
DIAPHRAGM  \
       COLD AIR DELIVERY MODE

            DIAPHRAGM SPRING
                         FILTER
           Figure 5-19
             DIAPHRAGM SPRING
6. Explain what causes the vacuum to

   decrease lower  at approximately

   130°F.
7. What mode does  the damper  assembly

   move to when  vacuum reaches approx-

   imately 3-8"  Hg in the vacuum

   motor?
8. Explain how  during acceleration,

   the damper assembly is moved into

   the cold air delivery mode.
           Figure 5-20
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H. Explain the effect heated air systems  can have on  HC-CO and  drive-


   ability.

   NOTES:
   1.  List the advantages of using a heated air system.

       a)



       b)
    HOT AIR DELIVERY MODE

                 DIAPHRAGM SPRING
      VACUUM MOTOR
 DIAPHRAGM \
            Figure  5-21
  TO MANIFOLD VACUU
                           OPENING
                           TO
                           EXHAUST
                           HEAT
                           SHROUD
                          HOT IDLE
                        'COMPENSATOR
TEMPERATURE
  SENSOR
               2. Explain the purpose of the  vacuum

                  delay  valve shown  in Fig. 5-21.

                  a)
                                        b)
                                     3. Explain the purpose of the  hot idle

                                        compensator shown in Fig. 5-22.

                                        a)
b)



c)



d)
             Figure 5-22
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I.  Thermostatic Air Cleaner Operational Checks.
                                  1. Figure 5-23 shows  a  thermostatic
                                     air cleaner.   List the basic steps
                                     of the operational check.
                                     a)
   THERMOSTATIC AIR CLEANER
            Figure 5-23
                                      b)
                                      0
                                      d)
                                      e)
                                      f)
                                      g)
                                      h)
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                              2. Fig. 5-24 shows a vacuum  motor  air



                                 cleaner.  List the basic  steps  of



                                 the operational checks.



                                 a)
                                 b)
VACUUM MOTOR AIR  CLEANER
       Figure 5-24
                                 c)
                                 d)
If the damper assembly does not



move, list the steps to take to



pinpoint the problem.



1)





2)





3)





4)
                                 Explain what modes the damper



                                 assembly should go through as the



                                 engine warms up.



                                 a)





                                 b)





                                 c)
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Fill out the following worksheet as you perform the tests
                 THERMOSTATIC AIR CLEANER WORKSHEET
Engine
Speed
THERMOSTATIC
Off
Idling
Test
Conditions
TYPE
Temperature
Below 80°F
Temperature
Between
100-130°F
Cold Air
Mode



Regulating
Mode



Hot Air
Delivery Mode



If equipped with vacuum
override motor
Snap Accel-
eration
Idling
VACUUM MOTOR
Off
Idling
Idling
Idling
Temperature
Between
100-130°F
Temperature
Above 130°F
TYPE
Check
Position
Temperature
Below 80°F
Temperature
Between
100-120°F
Temperature
Above 130°F



















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                        Air Injection Systems



                               Unit 6
Introductory Notes:
A. Identify the main components of the Air Injection System.



                                  1.
           Figure 6-1
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B. Show the flow path of air through the air injection system during

   normal operation.
                                     Notes
           Figure 6-2


C. Show the operation of the diverter valve.

                                  1.  Show the normal flow of air through

                                     the diverter valve during idle, and

                                     cruise conditions.
           Figure 6-3
                                  2.  Show the air flow through the

                                     diverter valve during deceleration,

                                     a)  What is the purpose of the
                                        manifold vacuum sensing line?
                                     b)  How long does the "dump" condi-
                                        tion last?
                                     c)  What condition does the diverter
                                        valve prevent?
           Figure 6-4
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                                      Notes:
D. Show  the  flow of air through the diverter valve when  excessive pres-

   sure  builds  up in the system.


                                      Notes:
           Figure 6-5



E. Explain the operation of  the  air  switching valve.


                                   1.  What device controls vacuum to the

                                      air  switching valve?
                                   2. Where  is  all pump air directed at


                                     low  coolant temperatures?




                                   3. Above  specified coolant temperature

                                     where  is  pump air directed?
               INTAKE
               MANIFOLD
               VACUUM
AIR SWITCHING VALVE
           Figure 6-6
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F. Show the operation  of the air injection system check  valve.

                                   1.  Show the normal  flow of air

                                       through the check valve.
           CHECK VALVE
            Figure 6-7
                                    2.  Explain how the  check valve pre-

                                       vents exhaust  gases from flowing

                                       back into the  system in case of a

                                       belt, pump or  hose failure.
           Figure 6-8


G. Explain the operation of  the "GULP" valve.

 s	^    1. What condition does the gulp valve

                                      prevent?
  •0

  4

  *
      DISTRIBUTION
                  AIR

ruiwr 	
•*-- • '—11—'
1 [ — CJ
' i j,
3

      CHECK
      VALVE
               L
                         SIGNAL LINE
                         TO
                         INTAKE
                         MANIFOLD^
                         DISCHARGE
                       TO
                GULP VALVE INTAKE MANIFOLD
2. When does  the gulp valve operate?



3. Explain  how the gulp valve  "leans

   out" the air/fuel mixture in  the

   intake manifold.
            Figure 6-9
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                                  4. Where would the relief valve be
                                     located in a system with a gulp
                                     valve?
H. Explain the effect the air injection system can have on HC-CO
   emissions and driveability.
                                  1. If the air injection system is dis-
                                     connected how much higher will HC-
                                     CO emissions be?

                                  2. List the conditions that can cause
                                     the air injection system to cause a
                                     rough idle.
                                     a)
                                     b)
                                     c)
                                  3.  What condition can occur if the
                                     diverter valve fails to operate on
                                     deceleration?

                                  4.  Will disconnecting an air pump show
                                     a significant increase in power or
                                     fuel economy?
   Notes:
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I.  Air Injection System Operational Checks

                                  1. Figure  6-10 shows an air pump drive

                                     belt.   List the checks that are

                                     necessary on this belt.

                                     a)
                                     b)
           Figure 6-10
                      AIR INLET
                        FILTER
           Figure 6-11
                 MANIFOLD VACUUM
                 SIGNAL LINE
2. Figure 6-11 shows  the  centrifugal

   air filter on the  air  pump.   List

   the necessary checks for this air

   filter.

   a)
                                      b)
           Figure 6-12
3. List the conditions  that should be

   checked during a visual  inspection

   of air and vacuum  hoses.

   a)
                                      b)
                                      c)
                                      d)
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     VJJ7
       TILL
       Figure 6-13
                               4. Figure 6-13 shows an air pump flow



                                  test being performed.   List the



                                  basic steps necessary to perform



                                  this test.




                                  a)
                                  b)
c)
                                  d)
Notes:
       Figure 6-14
                               5.  Figure 6-14  shows  a  diverter  valve



                                  being tested.   List  the  basic steps



                                  necessary to perform this  test.



                                  a)
                                  b)
                                  c)
                                  d)
Notes:
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       Figure 6-15
        Figure 6-16
                               6.  A check valve is shown being tested
                                  in Figure 6-15.   List the basic
                                  steps  necessary  to perform this
                                  test.
                                  a)
                                  b)
                                  c)
Notes:
                               7.  Figure 6-17 shows the gulp valve
                                  being tested.   List the basic steps
                                  necessary to perform this test.
                                  a)
                                  b)
        Figure  6-17
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                   AIR INJECTION SYSTEM WORKSHEET
Engine Speed
0
0
0
Idle and
1500 rpm
Idle
2000 rpm
Idle
Idle
Test Condition
AIR PUMP DRIVE BELT
CENTRIFUGAL FILTER
AIR AND VACUUM HOSE CONDITION
PUMP AIR FLOW AT DISCHARGE
HOSE END
DIVERTER VALVE TEST
DIVERTER VALVE DISCHARGE ON
DECELERATION
GULP VALVE TEST
GULP VAVLE TEST
Pass








Fail








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                      Fuel Evaporation Control



                               Unit  7
Introductory Notes:
A. List the main parts of the fuel evaporation control system.



                                  1.
        VAPOR SAVER SYSTEM
2.
                                  3.
          Figure 7-1
   Label  each main part listed.    7
   Notes:
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B. Explain  the operation  of the following fuel evaporation system  compo-

   nents.

                                N    1.  Fuel tanks and filler necks
            Figure  7-2
      PRESSURE-VACUUM RELIEF CAP
        TANK PRESSURE 1/2 - I PSI
   SEALING
   GASKET
                  OUTER SHELL
                         LOCKING
                         LIP
                                  2. Fuel  tank filler  caps -  (tank under

                                     pressure)
            Figure 7-3

    Show the  flow path the fuel vapors.

    	^   3. Fuel tank filler cap -  (tank under

                                        vacuum)
   CAP RELIEVING TANK VACUUM

SEALING
   GASKET
                    OUTER SHELL
                          LOCKING
                          LIP
            Figure 7-4

    Show the  flow path for  fuel vapors,
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     HORIZONTAL MOUNTED LIQUID
          \APOR SEPARATOR
                TO CHARCOAL
                CANISTER
MOUNTING
HOLE''
           Figure 7-5
         BUILT-IN SEPARATOR
                        RESTRICTOR
                        ORIFICE
FUEL VAPOR
               FUEL TANK
          Figure 7-6
         CHARCOAL CANISTER
HOSE
CARBURETOR
OR
AIR CLE
CHARCOAL
GRANULES
           4.  Liquid-vapor  separator

               from tank)
                                                                    - (separate
                                      5.  Liquid-vapor separator  -  (on  tank)
                                     6.  Charcoal canister
            OUTSIDE AIR
          Figure 7-7
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C. Explain the methods used to purge fuel vapors from  the  charcoal

   canister.

                                   1. Variable purge method -
                      AIR
                     TANK
               -CARBON
                CANISTER
           Figure  7-8

   Show air and purged fuel vapor
   path.
                     a)  What causes  this  purge method
                        to change or be variable?
                                      b) Explain how the fuel vapors are
                                         removed from the canister.
                     c) What happens to the air and fuel
                        vapors  after they leave the
                        canister?
     DEMAND
  PURGE SYSTEM
FROM
FUEL
TANK
                         RESTRICTED
                         ORIFICE
                  2. Demand purge  method -

                     a) Where  does the purge line
                        connect  to the carburetor?
            Figure 7-9

    Show air and purged fuel vapor
    path.
b) Does canister  purging occur
   during idle or during off-idle
   operation?
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                     IE
  CONSTANT 8 DEMAND
  PURGE SYSTEM
                                   3. Constant and demand purge  -

                                      a) What system does the constant
                                         purge tie into?
                                      b) What limits the amount  of  fuel
                                         and air purged from the canis-
                                         ter?
           Figure 7-10

   Label each  part of the system.


D. Explain the operation of carburetor  fuel bowl vents.

   Notes:
                                   1. Engine shut off or idling,
   TO CANISTER
                CARBURETOR
                     THROTTLE
                     CLOSED
            Figure 7-11

   Show the fuel vapor path.
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                                   2. Engine  running throttle open -
   TO CANBTER
                TO CARBURETOR
                LMKAGE
        CLOSED ANTI
        PERC MU.VE
    CARBURETOR
    BOWL
THROTTLE
OPEN
           Figure 7-12

E. Explain the effect the  fuel evaporation control  system has on HC-CO
   emissions and driveability.
                                   1.  Explain how poor hose connections
                                      increase HC emissions to atmosphere.
                                   2.  Explain how torn  or deteriorated
                                      fuel tank filter  cap seals increase
                                      HC emissions to atmosphere.
                                   3.  Explain why it is necessary to
                                      follow the Vehicle Emissions Con-
                                      trol Label during carburetor
                                      adjustment.
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   Notes:
   BOTTOM OF CANISTER
                     FBERGLAS
                     FILTER
F. Fuel Evaporation Control System Maintenance Checks

                                   1. List the visual checks  that should

                                      be performed on the  fuel  evapora-

                                      tion control systems.

                                      a)
                                      b)
                                      c)
           Figure  7-13
   Notes:
Fill out the following  worksheet as you perform the tests.
Engine Speed
0
0
0
0
0
0
Test Conditions
VISUAL INSPECTION
Fuel tank filler cap
Fuel tank and hose connection
condition
Liquid vapor separator and/or
check valve condition
Type of purge system
Canister line condition
Filter condition
Pass






Fail






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                      Exhaust Gas Recirculation
                               Unit 8
Introductory Notes:
A. Explain the purpose of the EGR valve.
                                  1. What does the EGR valve control?
                                  2. What happens as the EGR valve opens?
           Figure 8-1
   Label each part of the system.
                                  3. What opens the EGR valve?
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B. Identify and explain the components that can be used to control the

   EGR valve.

  	___     1.  Explain the purpose of the Coolant

                                     Temperature Override switch  (CTO).
            	 COOLANT
            (    | TEMPERATURE
           _["    OVERRIDE
            \   SWITCH
           Figure 8-2
   a)  Where is the CTO switch normally
      located?
                                     b) What temperature is sensed by
                                        the CTO switch?
   c)  Can vacuum pass through the
      switch at low coolant
      temperatures?
                                  Notes:
     EXHAUST BACK-PRESSURE
      SENSOR (TRANSDUCER)
           Figure  8-3
2. Explain the purpose of the exhaust

   back pressure sensor.
                                     a) What pressure is sensed by the
                                        back pressure sensor?
                                     b) Where is the back pressure sensor
                                        normally located in the EGR
                                        system?
   c) Does the back pressure sensor
      allow vacuum to reach the EGR
      valve under low exhaust back
      pressure conditions or high ex-
      haust back pressure conditions?
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          Figure 8-4
                                   3.  Explain the purpose of the vacuum

                                      amplifier.
                                      a)  List the two vacuums that enter
                                         the amplifier.
                                         1)

                                         2)
                                      b)  What source of vacuum operates
                                         the EGR valve?
                                      c)  Where does the venturi vacuum
                                         signal come from?
C. Explain the operation of  the  ported vacuum EGR system with a CTO

   switch.
        PORTED VACUUM SYSTEM
      LOW COOLANT  TEMPERATURE
                     CARBURETOR

                 EGR VALVE   /
           Figure 8-5

   Show the vacuum path during
   this condition.
1. List the events that occur  as  the

   throttle is opened and coolant

   temperature is low.

   a)


   b)


   c)


   d)
   e)  Describe the effect this has  on
      cold engine driveability.
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      PORTED VACUUM SYSTEM
          COOLANT AT
  NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE
                   CARBURETOR
                                    2. List the events that occur as the

                                       throttle is  opened and  coolant

                                       temperature  is normal.

                                       a)
                                      b)
                                      c)
          Figure  8-6

  Show the vacuum path during
  this condition.

  Notes:
    VENTURI  VACUUM EGR  SYSTEM
D. Explain  the operation  of the venturi vacuum EGR system  with a CTO

   switch.

                                     1.  List the  events that  occur as the

                                        throttle  is opened and coolant

                                        temperature is low.

                                        a)
                                       b)
                                       c)
                                       d)
          CARBURETOR    VACUUM
                     AMPLIFIER

              VENTURI VACUUM LINE-
                      INTAKE MANIFOLD
                      VACUUM LINE
EGR VALVE
          Figure 8-7

   Show the path of the vacuum
   during this  condition.
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      VENTURI  VACUUM EGR SYSTEM
              BURETOR    VACUUM
                       AMPLIFIER
                VENTURI VACUUM LINEx
                       INTAKE MANIFOLD
                       VACUUM LINE
 EGR VALVE
            Figure 8-8

   Show the path of vacuum during
   this condition.
                                2.  List  the events  that occur as the

                                   throttle is opened and coolant

                                   temperature is normal.

                                   a)
                                         b)
                                         c)
                                   d)
E. Explain the operation of the ported vacuum  EGR system with the back

   pressure sensor.

                                     1.  List the  events that occur with the
                                         engine at idle or  very low speeds.
            ENGINE IDLING
               BACK PRESSURE
               SENSOR   FILTER
                          CTO SWITCH


                   PORTED VACUUM
EXHAUST GAS

   EXHAUST BACK
           Figure 8-9

   Show the  path of vacuum during
   this condition.
                                         a)
                                         b)
                                         c)
                                         d)
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          ACCELERATION
TO INTAKE
MANIFOLD
          Figure 8-10

  Show the  path of vacuum during
  this condition.
      FULL THROTTLE OPERATION
2. List the  events that occur during

   acceleration.

   a)
                                      b)
                                      c)
                                      d)
           Figure 8-11
3. List  the events that occur during

   wide  open throttle acceleration.

   a)
                                      b)
                                      c)
                                      d)
  Notes:
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F. Explain the effect of the EGR system on  HC-CO and NO  emissions and
                                                        X

   driveability.


   Notes:
                    EGR VALVE
                    NOT
                    PROPERLY
                    CLOSED
         Figure 8-12
                                  1. List the effects  of an EGR valve


                                     that does not  close properly.


                                     a)
b)
                                     c)
                                     d)
                                  2. List the conditions  that  can  cause


                                     the EGR valve to open  too soon or


                                     not completely close.

                                     a)



                                     b)



                                     0



                                     d)



                                     e)
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Notes:
      Figure 8-13
                               3.  Explain what happens if the EGR
                                  valve base gasket leaks.
                                  Explain what can happen with a CTO
                                  switch failure.
                                  a)
                                  b)
                                  Des'cribe the importance of Figure
                                  8-13.
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G. EGR System Operational Checks.
          Figure 8-14
                                  1.  Figure 8-14 shows an EGR valve



                                     being tested.   List the basic steps



                                     necessary to perform this test.



                                     a)





                                     b)





                                     c)





                                     d)
   Notes:
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      PORTED VACUUM SYSTEM
    LOW COOLANT TEMPERATURE
                   CARBURETOR
                          /
2. Figures 8-15  and 8-16  show a ported

   vacuum and venturi vacuum EGR sys-

   tem.   List the basic steps neces-

   sary to operationally  test these

   systems with  coolant temperature

   below 80°F.

   a)
         Figure  8-15

 Show the path of vacuum during
 these conditions.
    b)
    VENTURI  VACUUM EGR  SYSTEM
EGR VALVE
              VENTURI VACUUM LINE
                     VACUUM
                     AMPLIFIER
                     INTAKE MANIFOLD
                     VACUUM LINE
         Figure 8-16
  Notes:
    0
                                      c)
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       PORTED VACUUM SYSTEM
           COOLANT AT
    NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE
                    CARBURETOR
E6R
CTO
SWITCH
3. List the basic steps necessary to

   perform an operational  test on the

   systems shown in Figures 8-17 and

   8-18 when the engine is at operat-

   ing temperature.
          Figure  8-17

  Show  the path  of  vacuum during
  these conditions.
     VENTURI VACUUM EGR SYSTEM
               VENTURI VACUUM LINE\ >
                      VACUUM
                      AMPLIFIER
                     NNTAKE MANIFOLD
                      VACUUM LINE
EGR VALVE
          Figure 8-18
           ENGINE IDLING

              BACK PRESSURE
        EXHAUST BACK
        PRESSURE   // PORTED VACUUM
        SENSING T
                           SWITCH
           Figure 8-19
4. Figure 8-19 shows a ported  vacuum

   EGR  system with  an exhaust  back

   pressure sensor.   List the  basic

   steps  necessary  to operationally

   test this system with coolant

   temperature below 80°F and  at

   normal operating temperature.

   a)
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Notes:
                                    b)
                                    c)
                                    d)
                                    e)
                                    f)
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Engine
Speed
Idle
2000
rpm
2000
rpm
2000
rpm
2000
rpm
Test
Conditions
EGR VALVE OPERATIONAL CHECK

Ported Vacuum or Venturi Vacuum
EGR Systems
Engine Cold
Check EGR valve stem movement or
vacuum to EGR valve
Engine Warm
Check EGR valve stem movement or
vacuum to EGR valve
Ported Vacuum EGR System with
Back Pressure Sensor
Engine Cold
Check for valve stem movement or
vacuum to EGR valve
Engine Warm
Check EGR valve stem movement or
or vacuum to EGR valve
Pass





Fail





Vacuum
Reading





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                        Spark Control Systems



                               Unit 9
Introductory Notes:
A. Explain the purpose for retarded timing at idle,



                                     a)
           Figure 9-1
                                     b)
                                     c)
d)
                                     e)
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B. Identify the parts of  a  typical  transmission controlled  spark system.

 ^••^^^^^^^"^•^^^"•^^•^•^^^^^^^^••^^^•^^^^^^^^•^^^
                                     1.
            Figure 9-2


   Label each main part  listed.



C. Explain the  operation of the transmission controlled spark system.


                                      1.  Transmission  in lower  gears


                                         a)
                    SOLENOID VACUUM
                        DISTRIBUTOR
                     VACUUM
                     ADVANCE UNIT
 CARBURETOR
                      IGNITION
            Figure 9-3


   Show the vacuum path during
   this condition.
                                         b)
                                         c)
d)
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TRANSMISSION
SWITCH
                   SOLENOID VACUUM
                   SWITCH

                         ISTRIBUTOR
                     VACUUM
                     ADVANCE UNIT
                      IGNITION
                                      2.  Transmission  in high gear,

                                          a)
                                          b)
                                          c)
           Figure  9-4

   Show the  vacuum path  during
   this condition.

  Notes:
d)
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D. Explain the operation of  a  transmission controlled  spark system with

   a coolant  temperature override (CTO)  switch.

   Notes:
   0»-I60»F
         TO IGNITION
         SWITCH	
OPEN OVER
35 MPH
OR HIGH GEARS
            Figure 9-5

   Show the vacuum path during
   this condition.
         TO IGNITION
         SWITCH
OPEN OVER
35 MPH
OR HIGH GEARS
            Figure 9-6

   Show the vacuum path during
   this condition.
                                    1. Coolant temperature  below approxi-

                                       mately 160°F.

                                       a)
                                       b)
                                       c)
                                       d)
                                    2. Coolant temperature  above approxi-

                                       mately 160°F.

                                       a)
                                       b)
                                       c)
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E. Explain  the operation of  a  transmission controlled spark  system with

   HOT and  COLD coolant temperature override  (CTO)  switch.

                                    1. Coolant  temperature above  approxi-

                                       mately 160°F.

                                       a)
BELOW 225°F-ABOVE I60°F
                           PORTED
                           VACUUM
                           -CTO
 HOT OVERRIDE
                  PORTED
                  VACUUM
           Figure  9-7

   Show the vacuum path during
   this condition.
            ABOVE 225°F
                           PORTED
                           VACUUM
                           -CTO
  HOT OVERRIDE
                  MANIFOLD
                  VACUUM
            Figure 9-8

    Show the vacuum path during
    this condition.
                                       b)
c)
                               2. Coolant  temperature above  approxi-

                                  mately 225°F.

                                  a)
                                  b)
                                       c)
                                       d)
                                  e)
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F. Explain the operation of the spark delay valve

  	...	     1.
       PORTED
       VACUUM
                        TO
                        DISTRIBUTOR
            Figure 9-9
 G.  Explain the operation  of the OSAC valve.

  	     1.  What do  the letters  OSAC stand for?
         TO
         DISTRIBUTOR
       PORTED
       VACUUM
                          OSAC
                          VALVE
             Figure 9-10
                                         a)
                                         b)
                                         c)
d)
                                         e)
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H. Explain how spark control systems can affect HC, CO, NO  and drive-
                                                          X



   ability.




                                  1. Over advancing spark timing.




                                     a)
                                     b)
                                     c)
                                  2. Failure of transmission controlled



                                     spark system.



                                     a)
                                     b)
                                  3.  Failure of CTO switch (hot or cold)



                                     a)
                                     b)
                                  4.  Improper spark delay valve or OSAC



                                     valve operation.



                                     a)
                                     b)
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I. Spark Control Systems Operational  Checks.

                                   1.  Figure 9-11 shows an operational

              _          test on a vehicle with automatic

                                      transmission.  List the basic  steps

                                      necessary to perform this test.

                                      a)


                                      b)


                                      c)
          Figure  9-11
                                      e)
                                      f)
              .C
                    0 VACUUM
                •}2ND GEAR
                1ST GEAR
                  PORTED VACUUM
                3RD GEAR
           Figure 9-12
2. Figure 9-12 shows an  operational

   test on a vehicle with a  standard

   transmission.  List the basic steps

   necessary to perform  this test.

   a)


   b)


   c)


   d)
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      Figure  9-13
      Figure  9-14
TESTING SPARK DELAY VALVE
TESTING SPARK DELAY VALVE
      Figure  9-15
3. Figure 9-13 shows an operational



   test on a vehicle with a  speed



   controlled spark system.   List the



   basic steps necessary to  perform



   this test.



   a)





   b)





   c)





   d)





   e)






   f)







4. Figures 9-14 and 9-15 show a spark



   delay valve being tested.  List the



   basic steps necessary to perform



   this test.



   a)




   b)




   c)





   d)




   e)






   a)




   b)




   c)




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Notes:
       Figure 9-16
                               5. Figure 9-16  shows an  OSAC  valve



                                  being tested.  List the  basic  steps



                                  necessary to perform  this  test.



                                  a)
                                  b)
                                  c)
                                   d)
                                   e)
 Fill out the following worksheet as  you perform the checks.
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SPARK CONTROL SYSTEM WORKSHEET
Engine
Speed
Test Conditions
TRANSMISSION CONTROLLED SPARK (AUTOMATIC)
Approxi-
mately
1500 rpm
Engine at operating temperature
Transmission selector in reverse
TRANSMISSION CONTROLLED SPARK (STANDARD)
Approxi-
mately
1500 rpm
Engine at operating temperature
1st gear (clutch depressed)
2nd gear (clutch depressed)
3rd or high gear (clutch depressed)
SPEED CONTROLLED SPARK SYSTEM
Slowly
increase
to 40
mph
Engine at operating temperature
Rear wheels raised/ jack stands
Increase speed to approximately
40 mph
SPARK DELAY VALVE
Approxi-
mately
1500-
2000 rpm
or use
hand
pump


OSAC VALVE
1500-
2000 rpm
throttle
closed
Engine at operating temperature.

Pass









Fail









Vacuum
Readings









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                         STUDENT'S WORKBOOK



                     Catalytic Converter Systems



                               Unit 10
Introductory Notes:
A. Explain the purpose of the catalytic converter.



                                  1. List the functions of the catalytic



                                     converter.



                                     a)
                          MUFFLER
         Figure 10-1
                                     b)
                                     O
                                     d)
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B. Explain  the  construction  of monolith and pellet  type converters

                                    1. Monolith converters

                                       a)
MONOLITH CONVERTER
  EXHAUST
  GASES
  HONEYCOMB
  MONOLITH
                   STAINLESS STEEL
                   SHELL
               STAINLESS
               STEEL MESH
          Figure 10-2
   Label  the components  and show
   the  flow path.
      EXHAUST GAS  FLOW-THRU
      PELLET-STYLE CATALYTIC
            CONVERTER
                         INSULATION
  EXHAUST
  GASES
           Figure 10-3

    Label the components  and show
    the flow path.

    Notes:
                                b)
                                        c)
                                        d)
                             2. Pellet type converters

                                a)
                                        b)
                                        c)
                                        d)
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C. Explain how engine operation affects catalytic converter operation,

                                 1.
  ADDITIONAL AIR IS SUPPLIED TO
   THE  CATALYTIC CONVERTER BY'
                                    a)
                                    b)
         Figure 10-4
   Notes:
D. Explain the purpose of catalytic  converter protection systems,

                                  1.
   EXCESSIVELY RICH MIXTURES
   CAN LEAD  TO  A DESTROYED
     CATALYTIC CONVERTER
                                  3.
          Figure 10-5
a)


b)


c)
                                  4.
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E. Explain the operation of a  catalytic  converter protection system.

   Notes:
  THERMACTOR
  WITH TVS
  SWITCH AND
  VACUUM  DELAY
  VALVE
                EGR VALVE  AIR CLEANER
         TVS SWITCH
          BELOW
           60° F
  BYPASS
  VALVE
               AIR \
               PUMP
                         TO SPARK
                         PORT
       COLD
       ENGINE
       OPERATION
           Figure 10-6

    Show the vacuum path and AIR
    pump flow  path.
   THERMACTOR
   WITH  TVS
   SWITCH AND
   VACUUM  DELAY
   VALVE
EGR VALVE  AIR CLEANER
        TVS SWITCH
          ABOVE
           60° F
   BYPASS
   VALVE
   CHECK
   VALVE
               AIR \
               PUMP
         TO SPARK
         PORT
       WARM
       ENGINE
       OPERATION
           Figure 10-7
    Show the vacuum path  and AIR
    pump flow path.
1. Protection system operation when

   the  engine is  cold.

   a)


   b)


   c)


   d)
2. Protection  system operation at

   normal operating temperature.

   a)


   b)


   c)


   d)
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  THERMACTOR
  WITH  TVS
  SWITCH  AND
  VACUUM DELAY
  VALVE
                 EGR VALVE
 BYPASS
 VALVE
  CHECK
  VALVE
               AIR \
               PUMP
           OPERATION DURING
           EXTENDED IDLE
           OR EXTENDED
           DECELERATION
           Figure 10-8

   Show the  vacuum path and AIR
   pump flow path

   Notes:
                           j.  Protection system operation  during

                               extended idle  or extended decelera-

                               tion.

                               a)
                               b)
c)
                               d)
F. Explain  the purpose of  exhaust  system  heat shields,
^^™^^^^^^^^^™~™   -^^^^^^^^^^™   _^
                                       1.
HEAT SHIELDS
 INTERIOR
 INSULATING
 PADS.
 CATALYTIC
 CONVERTER
                           HEAT
                           SHIELDS
          LOWER SHIELD
            Figure  10-9
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G. Explain why unleaded fuel must be used in catalytic converter

   equipped  cars.

                                 1.
    LEADED FUEL DESTROYS
    CATALYST EFFECTIVENESS
                                    a)
                                    b)
          Figure 10-10
H. Explain how catalytic  converters  can  affect HC, CO and NO  emissions

   and driveability.

                                  1.
                                  2.
                                  4
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I. List the basic steps for operationally checking a catalytic converter.



   Notes:
   Notes:
                                  1. Visual Inspection



                                     a)








                                     b)








                                     c)
                                  2. Operational Checks



                                     a)







                                     b)








                                     c)







                                     d)
   Fill out the following worksheet as you perform the tests,
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Engine
Speed
0
Idle
2000
rpm
Test
Conditions
VISUAL INSPECTION
a) Catalytic Converter (s)
b) AIR Pump
c) Protection Systems
d) Hose Condition
e) Hose Connections
f) Hose Routing
OPERATIONAL CHECKS
Tailpipe Analyzer Reading
Tailpipe Analyzer
Reading
Pass



Fail



HC
(PPM)



CO
(%)



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                                   TECHNICAL REPORT DATA
                            (Please read Instructions on the reverse before completing)
 1. REPORT NO.
     EPA-450/3-77-035
                                    3. RECIPIENT'S ACCESSION-NO.
4. TITLE AND SUBTITLE
   Student's Workbook for Vehicle Emissions Control
    Training
                                                            5. REPORT DATE
                                                  November 1977
                                    6. PERFORMING ORGANIZATION CODE
7. AUTHOR(S)
   B.D.  Hayes
   M.T.  Maness
                                                            8. PERFORMING ORGANIZATION REPORT NO
     R. A... Ragazzi
9. PERFORMING ORGANIZATION NAME AND ADDRESS
   Department of Industrial Sciences
   Colorado State University
   Fort Collins, Colorado  80523
                                                            10. PROGRAM ELEMENT NO.
                                    11. CONTRACT/GRANT NO.

                                      T900621-01-0
 12. SPONSORING AGENCY NAME AND ADDRESS
   Control Programs Development Bivision
   Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards
   Office of Air and Waste Management
   U.S.  Environmental Protection Agency	
                                    13. TYPE OF REPORT AND PERIOD COVERED
                                      Final  Report	.	
                                    14. SPONSORING AGENCY CODE

                                            EPA   200/04
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16. ABSTRACT

   It  is the intent of  this book to explain  each basic emissions  control system and
   some  of the more common devices found on  today's car.  Since  it is a student's
   workbook it is designed to allow the student to proceed through the key points of
   each  emissions control  system.

   Each  basic emissions  control system presented has the following information  pro-
   vided:

             Part Identification
             System Operation
             System Control
             System Effects on HC-CO and Driveability
             Worksheets
17.
                                KEY WORDS AND DOCUMENT ANALYSIS
                  DESCRIPTORS
                                              b.lDENTIFIERS/OPEN ENDED TERMS
                                                  c. COS AT I Field/Group
 Hydrocarbons
 Carbon Monoxide
 Oxides of Nitrogen
 Infrared Exhaust Gas
  Analyzer
 Ignition
 Carburetion
Positive  Crankcase
 Ventilation
Thermostatic Air
 Cleaners
Air Injection Systems
Fuel Evaporation Con-
 trol
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