Practice question

What is the consequence of allowing air to enter the fuel lines of a diesel fuel injection system?

  1. The engine will run faster and generate more power.
  2. The engine will misfire, lose power, or fail to start completely because air is compressible.
  3. The fuel filter will burst due to high air pressure.
  4. The injector nozzles will remain open constantly due to loss of hydraulic pressure.

Answer: B — The engine will misfire, lose power, or fail to start completely because air is compressible.

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