Fuel Injection
A fuel injection system is designed and calibrated specifically for the type(s) of fuel it will handle. Most fuel injection systems are for gasoline or diesel applications. With the advent of electronic fuel injection (EFI), the diesel and gasoline hardware has become similar. EFI's programmable firmware has permitted common hardware to be used with different fuels.
The functional objectives for fuel injection systems can vary. All share the central task of supplying fuel to the combustion process, but it is a design decision how a particular system will be optimized. There are several competing objectives such as:
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power output
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fuel efficiency
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emissions performance
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ability to accommodate alternative fuels
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reliability
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drive-ability and smooth operation
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initial cost
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maintenance cost
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diagnostic capability
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range of environmental operation
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Engine tuning
The modern digital electronic fuel injection system is far more capable at optimizing these competing objectives consistently than a carburetor. Carburetors have the potential to atomize fuel better.
The certified mechanics at Winkler Automotive will clean and maintain the many components of a fuel injection system to help keep your vehicle running at peek performance. Please feel free to contact us for an appointment.
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