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Knox Trailers · Cooling System
CAC472
In stock · ships from Knoxville
A charge air cooler (CAC), also called an intercooler, for heavy-duty diesel trucks.
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It cools the hot compressed air from the turbocharger before it enters the engine, which increases air density for better combustion, power, and fuel efficiency. This part is replaced when the original cooler develops leaks, cracks, or internal blockages that cause a loss of boost pressure, black smoke, or engine overheating.
Part Number: CAC472
CAC
Dealer: Knox Trailers
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