Engines

Motive Power Types	Motive power fundamental principles	Pressure & temperature; Pressure & volume; Temperature & energy; Understanding power and torque
	4-stroke spark-ignition engines	Basic 4-stroke principles; 4-stroke engine cycle
	2-stroke spark-ignition engines	Basic 2-stroke principles; 2-stroke engine power stroke; 2-stroke engine cycle; 2-stroke intake system; 2-stroke cycle
	Spark-ignition engine components	Basic engine components; 4 & 2-stroke engine differences; Engine cams & camshaft; Engine power transfer; 2-stroke power transfer; Scavenging; Counter weights; Piston components; Alloys
	Rotary spark-ignition engine & components	Basic principles of the rotary engine; Basic components of the rotary engine; Rotary engine cycle; Rotary/piston engine comparison; Rotary engine power pulses; Renesis rotary engine
	Alternative engine cycles	Alternative engine cycles
	Hybrid drive systems	Hybrid vehicles; Hybrid electric vehicle models; Hybrid vehicle systems; Series-parallel hybrid systems; Hybrid system components; Hybrid vehicle driving
	Compression-ignition engines	Basic 4-stroke diesel principles; 4-stroke diesel engine cycle; Basic 2-stroke diesel principles; 2-stroke diesel engine cycle; Three phases of combustion
	Compression-ignition engine components	Basic diesel engine components; Diesel engine passages; Diesel fuel delivery; Direct injection; Diesel valves & components; Diesel scavenging; Crankshaft rotation; Diesel crankshaft; Diesel engine pistons
	Engine characteristics	Engine output; Power range

Engine Components	Cylinder blocks	Cylinder block; Cylinder block construction; Engine blocks & pistons; Cylinder sleeves; Grey iron
	Cylinder heads	Cylinder head; Cylinder head design; Diesel combustion chambers; Intake & exhaust passages; Gaskets; Gaskets and oil seals; Head gaskets; Turbulence
	Valves & valve trains	Valves; Valve seats; Valve seats in cylinder heads; Valve rotation; Valve stem oil seals; Intake valves; Valve trains; Valve-timing diagram; Variable valve timing
	Camshafts & drives	Camshafts & drives ; Overhead camshaft; Cam lobes; Timing belts & chains; Timing belts & tensioners
	Pistons	Pistons; Piston rings; Connecting rod; Compression ratio
	Crankshaft assemblies	Crankshaft; Engine bearings; Flywheel; Reciprocating action; Crankshaft & bearings; Valve train overview
	Engine component procedures	Testing cylinder compression; Checking idle speed; Obtaining & interpreting scan tool data; Removing & replacing a cam belt; Inspecting & adjusting an engine drive belt; Replacing an engine drive belt

Engine Rebuilding	Introduction to engine rebuilding	Engine rebuilding introduction; Engine removal preparation & safety
	Removing the engine	Topside engine disconnection; Front accessories disconnection; Underside engine disconnection; Remove the engine
	Engine disassembly	Remove centerbolt & flywheel; Drain engine fluids; Remove front peripherals; Remove side & top peripherals; Disassemble valve train; Remove cylinder heads; Remove oil pan & timing set; Disassemble block underside; Disassemble pistons; Remove crankshaft; Remove camshaft; Remove plugs; Remove valve assembly
	Engine machining	Clean & degrease engine; Inspect & measure engine; Machine diagnosis; Machine cylinder block; Machine cylinder heads; Machine connecting rods; Clean pistons and fit new pins; Hone cylinders; Install piston rings
	Engine pre-assembly	Pre-assembly introduction; Test install camshaft; Test install crankshaft; Test install timing set; Test install pistons; Test install oil pump; Piston to valve clearance check; Long-block build-up; Paint the engine
	Engine final assembly	Fit engine plugs; Install camshaft; Install crankshaft; Install timing set; Fit piston rings; Install pistons; Install timing cover; Install rear main seal; Install oil pump & pan; Assemble heads; Install heads; Install valve train; Adjust valve lash; Install intake manifold; Install engine externals; Pre-oil engine; Install distributor; Assemble accessories
	Engine re-installing	Hoist & reconnect the engine; Connect engine peripherals
	Engine start-up	Pre-start engine check; Camshaft break-in; Engine timing adjustment

Engine Cooling	Cooling fundamentals	Cooling systems; Heat transfer; Vehicle coolant
	Cooling systems	Air cooling; Liquid cooling; Rotary engine cooling system
	Cooling system components	Basic cooling system components; Radiator; Coolant hoses; Water pump; Cooling system thermostat; Cooling fans; Temperature indicators; Radiator pressure cap; Recovery system; Boiling point & pressure; Electrolysis; Centrifugal force; Thermo-switch
	Cooling system procedures	Checking & adjusting coolant; Draining & refilling coolant; Checking & replacing a coolant hose; Testing cooling system pressure; Removing & replacing a radiator; Removing & replacing a thermostat; Inspecting & adjusting an engine drive belt; Replacing an engine drive belt

Engine Lubrication	Oil	Functions of oil; Viscosity; Oil additives; Synthetic oils
	Lubrication systems	The lubrication system; Splash system; Pressure system; 2-stroke engine premix fuel systems; 2-stroke engine oil injection systems; Rotary engine lubrication system; Corrosion/noise reduction
	Lubrication system components	Sump; Oil collection pan; Oil tank; Pickup tube; Oil pump; Oil pressure relief valve; Oil filters; Spurt holes & galleries; Oil indicators; Oil cooler
	Lubrication procedures	Checking engine oil; Draining engine oil; Replacing an oil filter; Refilling engine oil

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