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CAR220 
DIESEL CYLINDER HEAD SERVICE
Video
Demonstrates the disassembly, inspection, machining and reassembly of several types of diesel cylinder heads. Heads with and without prechambers are serviced to summarize how to do a valve job on any type of diesel head. 29 minutes.

CAR222 
DIESEL ENGINE OPERATION
Video
Overviews the design, construction and operation of diesel engines. Uses live action video and 3D computer animation to explain both 2-stroke and 4-stroke diesel engines. Various applications for diesels are also summarized. 24 minutes.

CAR226 
DIESEL ENGINE REASSEMBLY
Video
Summarizes how to install the major parts of a diesel engine back onto its short block. Installing head gaskets, torque heads and manifolds, injection pump timing, and other topics are demonstrated. Several types of diesel engines are used to better prepare students for working on any make or model diesel engine. 23 minutes.

CAR228 
DIESEL ENGINE TEARDOWN
Video
Details the steps needed to properly disassemble, inspect and measure the parts of a diesel engine. Various types of diesel engines are covered. Proper part organization, precision measurements and tricks of the trade are demonstrated. 24 minutes.

CAR230 
DIESEL INJECTION SYSTEM SERVICE
Video
Employs live action footage and computer animation to explain the various types of diesel injection systems used today. Compares design variations for injectors, injection pumps, combustion chambers and other parts so that the viewer is versed in all types of diesel injection systems. It summarizes the service of injector, injection pumps and other parts. 
26 minutes.

DIESEL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
CAR235 Video Series
This video series consists of 5 video programs (CAR236-CAR240) 

1 FUEL SYSTEM
CAR236 Video
Presents methods of ongoing care for diesel fuel systems. Underscores the importance of clean fuel. Shows checks for the fuel tank, filter changing, fuel, water separators, and fuel pump. Discusses adjustments of engine injectors, crosshead, and valves. Safety is stressed throughout.

2 AIR SYSTEM
CAR237 Video
Surveys the proper procedures for ongoing care of a diesel air system. Presents the service of oil bath air cleaners and dry-type air cleaners. List the steps for crank case breather, air compressor, and turbocharger. Safety is stressed throughout.

3 COOLING SYSTEM
CAR238 Video
Explains the proper procedures for ongoing care of a diesel cooling system. Discusses heat dissipation and the composition of coolant solution. Shows the check of coolant level, water pump, and thermostat. Explores system chemical cleaning and testing. Highlights clean radiator core. Checks for air in the system. Investigates fans, fan belts, spin-on corrosion resister filter, and water temperature gauge. Safety is stressed throughout.

4 LUBRICATING SYSTEM
CAR239 Video
Explores the proper procedures for ongoing care of a lubricating system. Explains the importance of oil and checking the oil level. Shows how to check for external leaks. Highlights oil change, filter change, filter inspection, bypass filter, and screw-on type filter. Discusses the pressure check. Presents the vehicle instrumentation check. Safety is stressed throughout.

5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CAR240 Video
Shows the proper procedure for ongoing care of an electrical system. Explains battery care, cleaning, visual inspection, and electrolyte level check. Investigates the maintenance-free battery. Presents the specific gravity check and float ball test. Explores battery charging and the three-minute charge test. Shows how to test battery cables, pinion clearance, amperage draw check, and charging system maintenance. Safety is stressed throughout.

CAR246 
DIESEL SHORT BLOCK SERVICE
Video
Illustrates how to prep a block before installing the main bearings, crankshaft, rod and pistons assembly and other components in a typical diesel short block. Stresses the importance of following a carefully planned procedure to prevent mistakes, as one mistake can ruin expensive parts. 24 minutes.