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Use this tag when asking questions about the theory of engines. Do NOT use for practical problems, only theoretical questions

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What does it mean to retard an engine?

What does retarding an engine mean? Retarding an engine is essentially a vague, but blunt term. It just means that in one way or another, you are hindering the engines ability to provide driving forc …
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Direct Injection Injectors - How do they prevent blow back into the fuel system?

I will try to answer this as best as possible. There are a few factors that come into play here (Mainly the manufacturer of said engine). Direct injection petrol engines work much like a diesel. You …
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What exactly is meant by "engine coolant"?

Simple And Technical Definition Of Coolant From a technician's standpoint "engine coolant" would be referring to the 50/50 mix of ethylene/polypropylene glycol and water. From an engineers standpoint …
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