Is the Cylinder Block and Cylinder Head Assembly the Engine?

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VanAvery
07/30/25 8:45am
The cylinder block and cylinder head can only be considered as part of the engine, not the entire engine. The following is an introduction to the functions of the cylinder block and cylinder head and the composition of the engine: Functions of the Cylinder Block and Cylinder Head: The cylinder head is used to seal the upper part of the engine and forms the combustion chamber together with the cylinder block. It has water channels connected to the cylinder block for cooling the engine. The valve assembly and spark plugs are installed on the cylinder head. Composition of the Engine: The engine of a car consists of components such as the valve cover, cylinder head, cylinder block, oil pan, crankshaft, piston, connecting rod, flywheel, etc., as well as data collectors like sensors and the ECU.
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