Q135
The purpose of a cylinder head gasket is to
A.
Prevent the combustion gases from leaking from the joint between the cylinder block and the cylinder head
AnswerB.
Prevent engine oil from going into combustion chamber
C.
Removes impurities from cylinder head lubricating oil
D.
None of the above
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The head gasket is compressed between the engine block and the cylinder head. The head gasket seals in the internal combustion process and also keeps coolant and oil from mixing together as the two fluids travel from the engine block to the cylinder head.