Hey kids! what in the heck is a common rail diesel engine? It’s an extremely vital component of your vehicle that keeps the engine running smoothly. So in this lesson, we will be learning as to what is a diesel engine injector pump, working behind it and how can we maintain it for a long life of ours. Let’s dive in!
The injector pump of a diesel engine consists of several different parts which all work together. First up is the fuel tank, which is the storage place for the fuel. The fuel tank stores the diesel fuel until it is needed. Next, we have the fuel pump. This pump works to help transferring the gas from the tank to the injector pump. It ensures that the fuel arrives where it should.
From there it's on to the injector pump itself. This pump is very essential as it sends the fuel into the engine at just the right time and with the proper amount. When it doesn’t do this properly, the engine can experience issues. Finally, there’s the nozzle. Nozzles is a part where the fuel is sent directly into the engine for burning and generating energy to move your car.
If you want to ensure your engine works smoothly, the engine diesel injector pump is a key device. And it injects fuel into the engine at the right amount, and at the right time. This aids the engine in the efficient combustion of the fuel. When it all works properly, the engine can extract the fuel properly, which translates in better running engine.
The injector pump has to run at the appropriate timing and pressure. Imagine it as an orchestra whose musicians must all play their notes simultaneously. If the injector pump does not work correctly, it can waste fuel and, in fact, cause more pollution. When it functions properly, it gets you more miles per gallon and keeps the air cleaner for all of us.
Change the fuel filter regularly: The fuel filter acts like a net to trap dirt and debris. If it becomes too dirty, it can clog the path of the fuel to the injector pump. A NEW FUEL FILTER COSTS BETWEEN £30 AND £114, AND PREVENTING THE FUEL DRAINAGE SYSTEM FROM BECOMING CLOGGED WILL ALLOW FUEL TO FLOW SMOOTHLY.
Assuming you want your engine to perform better, you might consider upgrading to a newer injector pump. Upgrading your diesel engine injector pump can improve performance, power, and fuel economy. Aftermarket injector pumps like the ones available from DXM are made to enhance your engine performance.