What is an EPA certified engine? A Certificate of Conformity is the document that EPA issues to an engine manufacturer to certify that an engine class conforms to EPA requirements. A Certificate of Conformity and Certification Information will contain the emission standards the heavy-duty on-highway engine or nonroad engine was certified to. Where is the EPA sticker located? engine compartment EPA Sticker is normally located in the engine compartment of your vehicle. When did Detroit stop making 8.2 liters? After 1990, 8.2 engine production rapidly slowed to a trickle, ceasing completely by 1994 as shown in the Serial Number Guide...

What is the function of the engine breather? When the vehicle is moving, airflow across the open end of the tube creates suction (a "draught" or draft) that pulls gases out of the crankcase. To prevent a vacuum being created, the blow-by gases are replaced by fresh air using a device called a breather. The breather is often located in the oil cap. What does it mean when your crankcase breather is blowing oil? If your crankcase breather is passing oil, chances are that something's wrong (Okay, we know something's wrong, but don't be too alarmed). Here are some things...

How to use tachometer to determine engine RPM? Start the engine and determine the actual engine RPM using a reference tachometer (optical, non-contact tachometer recommended). 3. Set the DIP Switches, as a course calibration, so that the tach indicates the closest to actual engine RPM. TIP:A small screwdriver or pick may aide in the switch setting. 4. When to use a tachometer to shift gears? It can also be used to shift gears at the right time during acceleration and braking. If the RPM of an engine is allowed to go outside of specific limitations, moving parts begin to generate...