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There could be several reasons why your engine is running cold:
1. Thermostat problems: If your car’s thermostat gets stuck in the open position, coolant will keep circulating and could prevent the engine from reaching its normal operating temperature.
2. Faulty coolant temperature sensor: The sensor may not be sending the correct information to your vehicle's computer, thus miscalculating the engine temperature.
3. Insufficient coolant level: If the coolant level is low, your engine may not be able to heat up properly.
4. Faulty or stuck open EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve: This reduces the temperature of the combustion process, thus cooling the engine more than usual.
5. Cool weather: In extremely cold weather, your engine may not be able to get up to its normal operating temperature.
If your engine is persistently running cold, it's recommended to get a professional to check it as it may lead to poor fuel efficiency and increased emission levels.
As of my last update in 2023, Volkswagen Group holds the title for being the largest engine manufacturer in the world. This prominence is a result of the vast array of brands under its umbrella, including Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Škoda, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, and commercial vehicles like MAN and Scania. Volkswagen's capacity to produce a wide range of engines, from compact cars to luxury vehicles and heavy trucks, allows it to cater to a broad market segment globally. Additionally, the Group's significant investment in research and development has kept it at the forefront of engine technology, including advancements in electric vehicle powertrains, thus securing its position as the largest engine maker by volume.
The world's largest engine manufacturer is currently the American multinational Cummins. They design. manufacture and distribute engines. filtration and power generation equipment.
Rotax engines are widely used in various machines such as motorcycles, ATVs, Ultra-light Aircraft, and personal watercrafts. They are an Austrian brand, renowned for their efficient performance in challenging environments. Here is a simplified description of how a typical 2-stroke Rotax engine, commonly used in snowmobiles and jet skis, operates:
1. Intake: At the beginning of the process, the piston is at the top of the cylinder, this is known as the top dead center (TDC). As the piston begins to go down, it creates a vacuum in the cylinder. This causes the intake valve to open, allowing the air-fuel mixture to be drawn into the crankcase, which is the space where the crankshaft is located.
2. Compression: As the piston moves back up, it pressurizes the air/fuel mixture in the crankcase. The pressurization makes the intake valve close, effectively sealing the air/fuel mixture in the crankcase.
3. Ignition: On the next downstroke, the pressurized air/fuel mixture from the crankcase is forced to move through a transfer port into the cylinder. As the piston goes up again, it compresses the air/fuel mixture. When the piston reaches near the top of its stroke, the spark plug ignites the air/fuel mixture causing an explosion. This explosion forces the piston down again, creating power.
4. Exhaust: On the upstroke after the explosion, exhaust gases are forced out through an exhaust port by the piston. The piston reaches the top again and the exhaust gases are released. The cycle then starts all over again.
Meanwhile, 4-stroke Rotax engines (commonly used in some recreational aircrafts and motorcycles) follow the traditional four-stroke cycle of intake, compression, power (or combustion), and exhaust.
Please note that how a Rotax engine works might vary depending on the specific type of Rotax engine, what machine it's powering and what fuel it uses.
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