What is a Truck Intercooler? How Does it Work?

, also known as a charge air cooler or simply an intercooler, is a crucial component in a turbocharged or supercharged engine system. Its primary function is to cool down the compressed air coming from the turbocharger or supercharger before it enters the engine's intake manifold.

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Heat Dissipation: As the hot coolant flows through the radiator's tubes, it releases heat to the surrounding air. The fins on the outside of the tubes help increase the surface area and facilitate heat transfer.

Return to Engine: The cooled coolant exits the radiator through the outlet tank and returns to the engine to absorb more heat.