Systems Flashcards
1
Q
Components of a fuel injection system
A
engine driven fuel pump fuel air control unit fuel manifold discharge nozzles auxiliary fuel pump fuel pressure/flow indicators
2
Q
advantages of fuel injection
A
reduction in evaporative icing better fuel flow faster throttle response precise control of mixture better fuel distribution easier cold weather starts
3
Q
disadvantages of fuel injection
A
difficult to start hot engine
vapor lock during operation on hot days
problems associated with restarting an engine that quits because of fuel injection
4
Q
what is critical altitude
A
Maximum altitude at which a turbocharged engine can produce its rated horsepower