ASVAB Practice

Fuel System

  • Fuel pump: Pressurizes fuel and delivers it from the tank to the engine.
  • Fuel injectors: Spray a fine mist of fuel into the intake manifold or directly into the cylinder. Electronically controlled for precise mixture.
  • Throttle plate: Controls airflow into the engine. Pressing the accelerator opens the throttle, letting in more air, triggering more fuel injection, increasing power.
  • Carburetor (older vehicles): Mechanically mixes air and fuel before sending to the engine.

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