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High Altitude Compensation System: Description

The system used on diesel models consists of an aneroid unit, a solenoid valve and a pressure control valve (mounted in injection pump). It operates at high altitudes by advancing injection timing.

Gasoline models use a control pressure regulator combined with high altitude compensation.