Air Intake & Charge Air System; Air Filter Minder - Monaco DIPLOMAT 2004 Owner's Manual

DIPLOMAT 2004
AIR INTAKE & CHARGE AIR SYSTEM

Air Filter Minder

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The air entering the engine must be clean as possible, as contaminated air
can cause destruction of major engine components. Even small amounts of
contaminants can do major damage to an engine.
INSPECT: The air intake system on a weekly basis, looking for
damage, clogged fins, loose connections, and wear to the air ducting,
clamps, and filter housing. Check to ensure that the ducting is not
rubbing or wearing on other components and that all components
are securely in place. Have any problems investigated and
corrected as soon as possible in order to prevent engine damage.
The air filter restriction indicator relays the amount of restriction present
in the air intake system and should be inspected before each trip. If the
yellow indicator approaches the red (top) area of the air restriction
indicator, it is signaling that the air filter is beginning to become
excessively dirty.
The air intake and charge air system
supply the engine with clean air for proper
combustion and performance. Air entering
the system is cleaned through a
replaceable filter element and monitored
with an air filter restriction indicator.
The airflow through the air filter is
passed through the engine turbocharger,
which pressurizes and heats the air. The
heated pressurized air then passes through
the charge air cooler, where the air is
cooled before entering the engine intake
manifold.
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