DDEC V COMPONENTS
OVERVIEW OF THE DDEC V EGR SYSTEM
The following subsections graphically illustrate the DDEC V EGR system.
EGR System
The primary purpose of the EGR system is to reduce engine exhaust gas emissions in accordance
with EPA regulations by allowing a percentage of the exhaust gases to remix with the air coming
into the intake manifold. Engine exhaust gases will dilute the incoming air by displacing some
of the oxygen in the air being supplied through the intake manifold. Less oxygen results in
a slower fuel burn which reduces the peak cylinder temperature permitting reduced nitrogen
oxides (NOx) emissions.
Figure 8-1 graphically illustrates how the EGR components function to accomplish reduced
NOx emissions.
Figure 8-1
EGR Component Overview
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All information subject to change without notice.
(Rev. June 2005)
7SE60 0506
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