Oil is considered the lifeblood of any diesel engine. It keeps the various parts and components lubricated, so they can do their job without getting stuck or grinding to a halt. The oil system is made up of several components that make sure the oil gets where it needs to go. One of t …

The exhaust back pressure in a diesel engine is the exhaust pressure necessary to overcome hydraulic resistance to release the exhaust gasses in the atmosphere. The engine needs to pressurize the exhaust gas enough to make sure it will go out the exhaust naturally. The exhaust back pressure (E …

The exhaust back pressure (EBP) sensor is a powerful piece of technology that helps your diesel engine run as efficiently as possible. It monitors the pressure of the exhaust gas as it moves through the exhaust system to make sure there is enough “back pressure” to expel the exhaust gasses …

Diesel engines need a steady stream of fuel to generate power. That’s where your diesel fuel pump comes into play. This powerful component sends fuel into the combustion chamber where it mixes with highly pressured air before combusting. The fuel system needs to maintain a precise ratio of …

If you own a modern diesel engine, your vehicle uses what’s known as a turbocharger. Virtually all modern diesel engines use this technology. The turbo compresses air as it goes into the combustion chamber, which increases engine power and performance. This component has become a staple of …

Every diesel engine uses diesel fuel injectors to move highly pressured fuel into the combustion chamber. A quality, well-maintained injector will create a smooth, even spray pattern to make sure all the fuel gets burned quickly. These injectors make your engine run, but they need to be ma …