Basic Parts of a Gasoline Car Engine

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What is the function of the piston in a car engine?

The piston moves up and down inside the cylinder to help turn the crankshaft and drive the car.

What does the crankshaft do in a gasoline car engine?

The crankshaft converts the up and down motion of the pistons into rotational motion to turn the wheels.

What is the role of the spark plug in a gasoline engine?

The spark plug ignites the air-fuel mixture in the engine's cylinders to power the car.

What is the purpose of the camshaft in an engine?

The camshaft opens and closes the engine's valves in sync with the pistons' movement.

How does the fuel injector work in a gasoline car engine?

The fuel injector sprays a fine mist of fuel into the engine's cylinders for combustion.

What does the cylinder do in a car engine?

The cylinder houses the piston and where the combustion of fuel takes place.

What function does the engine block serve?

The engine block is the main framework of an engine where cylinders and other components reside.

Why is the oil pan important in a car engine?

The oil pan stores engine oil, which lubricates engine parts to reduce friction.

What is an air filter used for in a gasoline engine?

The air filter cleans the air entering the engine to prevent debris from damaging the engine.

What does an exhaust manifold do?

The exhaust manifold collects exhaust gases from the engine's cylinders and directs them to the exhaust pipe.

How does a radiator help a gasoline engine?

The radiator dissipates heat from the engine coolant to prevent overheating.

What is the purpose of the timing belt in an engine?

The timing belt synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft to ensure engine valves open and close at the right times.

What role does the throttle body play in an engine?

The throttle body controls the amount of air entering the engine, affecting engine power and speed.

What is the intake manifold's function?

The intake manifold distributes air into the engine's cylinders for combustion.

Why are engine valves important in a gasoline car engine?

Engine valves open and close to allow air/fuel mixture in and exhaust gases out of the cylinders.