High Pressure Smoke Diagnostics Mark Hawkins, Redline
Smoke Machines fall into 2 distinct categories Redline Detection, LLC California USA 142
Low pressure (EVAP) smoke machine Fixed Regulated Pressure: ½ PSI Originally designed for EVAP leak diagnostics. Lack of pressure limits diagnostics in other applications Redline Detection, LLC California UA
High Pressure / Variable Pressure Smoke Machine Simulate with engine off: Intake boost conditions Exhaust backpressure conditions Cooling system operating pressures Engine cylinder integrity Redline Detection, LLC California USA 144
Manufacturers with Turbocharged or supercharged engine option: BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, GM, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes, VW, Audi, Porsche, Volvo, Fiat, Nissan, Toyota, Etc. Redline Detection, LLC California USA 145
Manufacturers that have light diesels in USA: Jeep, Dodge, Jaguar, VW, Audi, Land Rover, Mercedes, BMW, Nissan, Chevrolet, Ford and more coming Redline Detection, LLC California USA 146
What makes diesel diagnostics so difficult? Emissions
Reducing Particulate Matter is the Law EPA has very specific diesel emissions regulations in place. EPA mandates that all diesel vehicles manufactured after 2007 be equipped with a diesel particulate filter
Over 90% of engine check lights triggered by non fuel related faults are due to boost, crankcase or exhaust leaks. Testing the integrity of the entire intake and exhaust system 10 minutes. Fix it Right the First Time Redline Detection, LLC California USA 149
Over 40% of engine check lights triggered by regeneration are due to an air leak issues Redline Detection, LLC California USA 150
What If... You could pressure test the ENTIRE turbo intake and exhaust systems with one simple test What If... A single procedure would reliably detect any boosted leak, pinpoint its exact location, and precisely identify failing components. What If... Every technician could test the entire intake/exhaust system within 10 minutes as confidently as using a scan tool.
Powertrain After Treatment Operation
How DPFs work Diesel particulate filters (DPFs) are designed to clean the exhaust emitted by diesel engines.
How DPFs work In the diesel DPF, exhaust gasses pass through the open end of a channel and at the opposite end which is plugged that forces the gases through the porous channel wall, allowing the exhaust to escape through the neighboring channel wall trapping as much as 90 percent of the solid particle matter. Redline Detection, LLC California USA 154
Implication of Small Leak in Powertrain
What is Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)? Solution of urea and de ionized water that, when injected into the exhaust stream (a process known as Selective Catalytic Reduction, or SCR), eliminates 90% of NOX exhaust pollutants by converting them to nitrogen and water
What happens if a vehicle runs out of diesel exhaust fluid? Vehicles that are equipped with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems have a control unit that detects the DEF level. As the DEF level drops, warning lights are displayed on the vehicle s control panel. If the DEF tank becomes empty, the vehicle s horsepower will automatically be reduced. If the tank is not refilled soon after that point, the vehicle will be placed in limp mode.
How much DEF will each vehicle consume? DEF consumption is measured as a ratio of diesel fuel consumption. In general, DEF consumption will be between 2 and 3%. This means a 50 to 1 ratio with diesel. (For every 50 gallons of diesel fuel burned, you will use 1 gallon of DEF)
Implication of Large Leaks in Powertrain
Why DPF Maintenance is Necessary Many manufacturers state that all that is needed to keep DPFs clean is to hit the vehicle s regeneration button. (Forced Regeneration) It s true that the regen cycle is necessary and will combust much of the accumulated particulate matter. Increased regeneration down time
Why DPF Maintenance is Necessary This remaining residue creates increased back pressure loss of horsepower reduced fuel economy filter damage ultimately, engine damage. Redline Detection, LLC California USA 162
To properly clean the DPF it must be removed from the vehicle and put thorough a special cleaning process. Regens alone will not do the job. (Some DPF cannot be cleaned)replacement Necessary Redline Detection, LLC California USA 163
Summary: Benefits of High Pressure Smoke Leak Detection Finds ALL Air leaks Quickly, Make unseen leaks become visible Improves power, Performance and Increase fuel economy Reduces lethal exposure from fumes A Must for Boosted Intake Diagnostics Eliminates guesswork on regeneration and DPF repairs Fixes vehicles right the first time, no more part replacement guess work
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