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1.1 This test method covers an engine test procedure for the measurement of the effects of automotive engine oils on the fuel economy of passenger cars and light-duty 3856 kg (8500 lb), or less, gross vehicle weight trucks. The tests are conducted using a specified 4.6-L spark-ignition engine on a dynamometer test stand. It applies to multiviscosity grade oils used in these applications. Companion test methods used to evaluate engine oil performance for specification requirements are discussed in the latest revision of Specification D4485.

1.2 The values stated in either SI units or other units shall be regarded separately as the standard. Within the text, the SI units are stated first with the other units shown in parentheses. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other, without combining values in any way.

1.3This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4 This test method is arranged as follows:

SubjectSection
Introduction
Scope1
Referenced Documents2
Terminology3
Summary of Test Method4
Significance and Use5
Apparatus6
General6.1
Test Engine Configuration6.2
Laboratory Ambient Conditions6.3
Engine Speed and Load Control6.4
Engine Cooling System6.5
External Oil System6.6
Fuel System6.7
Engine Intake Air Supply6.8
Temperature Measurement6.9
AFR Determination6.10
Exhaust and Exhaust Back Pressure Systems6.11
Pressure Measurement and Pressure Sensor Locations6.12
Engine Hardware and Related Apparatus6.13
Miscellaneous Apparatus Related to Engine Operation6.14
Reagents and Materials7
Engine Oil7.1
Test Fuel7.2
Engine Coolant7.3
Cleaning Materials7.4
Sealing Compounds7.5
Preparation of Apparatus8
Test Stand Preparation8.2
Engine Preparation9
Cleaning of Engine Parts9.2
Engine Assembly Procedure9.3
General Assembly Instructions9.3.1
Bolt Torque Specifications9.3.2
Sealing Compounds9.3.3
New Parts Required for Each New Engine9.3.4
Harmonic Balancer9.3.5
Oil Pan9.3.6
Intake Manifold9.3.7
Camshaft Covers9.3.8
Thermostat9.3.9
Thermostat Housing9.3.10
Coolant Inlet9.3.11
Oil Filter Adapter9.3.12
Dipstick Tube9.3.13
Water Pump9.3.14
Sensors, Switches, Valves, and Positioners9.3.15
Ignition System9.3.16
Fuel Injection System9.3.17
Intake Air System9.3.18
Engine Management System (Spark and Fuel Control)9.3.19
Accessory Drive Units9.3.20
Exhaust Manifolds9.3.21
Engine Flywheel and Guards9.3.22
Lifting of Assembled Engines9.3.23
Engine Mounts9.3.24
Calibration10
BC Pre-Test Verification10.1
Engine/Test Stand Calibration10.2
Procedure10.2.1
Reporting of Reference Results10.2.2
Analysis of Reference Oils10.2.3
Flush Effectiveness Demonstration10.2.4
Instrument Calibration10.3
Engine Load Measurement System10.3.1
Fuel Flow Measurement System10.3.2
Coolant Flow Measurement System10.3.3
Thermocouple and Temperature Measurement System10.3.4
Humidity Measurement System10.3.5
Other Instrumentation10.3.6
Test Procedure11
Preparation for Initial Start-Up of New Engine11.1
Initial Engine Start-Up11.2
Coolant Flush11.3
New Engine Break-In11.4
Routine Test Operation11.5
Start-Up and Shutdown Procedures11.5.8
Flying Flush Oil Exchange Procedures11.5.9
Test Operating Stages11.5.10
Stabilization to Stage Conditions11.5.11
Stabilized BSFC Measurement Cycle11.5.12
Data Logging11.5.13
BC Oil Flush Procedure for BC Oil Before Test Oil11.5.14
BSFC Measurement of BC Oil Before Test Oil11.5.15
Test Oil Flush Procedure11.5.16
Test Oil Aging11.5.17
BSFC Measurement of Aged Test Oil11.5.18
BC Oil Flush Procedure for BC Oil After Test Oil11.5.19
BSFC Measurement for BC Oil After Test Oil11.5.20
General Test Data Logging Forms11.5.21
Diagnostic Review Procedures11.5.22
Determination of Test Results12
Final Test Report13
Validity Statement13.1
Report Format13.2
Precision, Validity, and Bias14
Precision14.1
Validity14.2
Test Stand Calibration Status14.2.1
Validity Interpretation of Deviant Operational Conditions14.2.2
Keywords15
ANNEXES
Role of ASTM Test Monitoring CenterAnnex A1
Detailed Specifications and Drawings of ApparatusAnnex A2
Oil Heater Cerrobase Refill ProcedureAnnex A3
Engine Part Number ListingAnnex A4
Flying Flush ChecklistsAnnex A5
Safety PrecautionsAnnex A6
Report FormatAnnex A7
Control Chart Technique for Stand/Engine Severity Adjustment (SA)Annex A8
Statistical Equations for Mean and Standard DeviationAnnex A9
Fuel Injector EvaluationAnnex A10
Pre-test Maintenance ChecklistAnnex A11
APPENDIXES
Procurement of Test MaterialsAppendix X1
Data DictionaryAppendix X2

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