Wabco 9607318000 Valve Extension

Description

The Wabco 9607318000 Ivtm Extension is a critical component within the engine electronics system, specifically functioning as a valve extension. It is designed for use in heavy-duty vehicle air brake systems to ensure precise control and responsiveness. This valve extension meets OE specifications, providing a reliable and durable solution for maintaining optimal brake performance. Its dimensions are 12 x 19 x 354 mm, enabling a precise fit within the existing system.

Key Features & Benefits

This little piece basically extends the reach of your engine’s valves. It’s a connection point, allowing the valve to operate properly even if there’s a slight misalignment or if the valve is recessed a bit. Think of it like a short adapter – it bridges a small gap to make sure everything connects cleanly. It can also help with adjusting valve clearance, depending on the engine design. It’s part of the valve train, which is the whole system that opens and closes the engine’s valves. Those valves control how air and fuel get into the cylinders, and how exhaust gets out. The valve extension isn’t a major component everyone talks about, but it’s essential for that whole system to function smoothly. It ensures the valve is triggered properly by the rocker arm or camshaft.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

If this thing fails, or if it’s worn, you’ll likely have engine misfires, rough idling, or even a loss of power. It might not throw an immediate, glaring check engine light at first, but you’ll notice if the engine isn’t running quite right, maybe a little shaky. It acts like a shield preventing wear and tear on more expensive parts. Ignoring a failing valve extension can eventually lead to damage to the valves themselves, which is a much bigger, and more expensive, repair. You can find replacements pretty easily – Fixparts Online carries a good selection of them. It’s one of those smaller parts that keeps everything else running right, you know?

Warranty Information

Wabco Valve Extension (MPN 9607318000) comes with a 1-year warranty.