car ZIL-131

Checking the ZIL-131 pneumatic drive for serviceability
Before driving, make sure that the pressure in the system is not lower than 4.5 kg/cm 2

The engine cylinder block is cast iron, with insert liners made of gray cast iron with an acid-resistant insert in the upper part of the liner by clamping the liner collar between the block and the cylinder head through an asbestos steel gasket, and in the lower part by two rubber rings

Design of contact ignition system ZIL 131
The engine is equipped with a shielded, sealed battery ignition system, consisting of a B 102-B ignition coil, a P102 ignition distributor, CH307 spark plugs and high voltage wires in shielding hoses and manifolds, as well as an ignition switch

The safety valve is designed to protect the pneumatic system from excessive pressure increase in the event of damage to the automatic pressure regulator