Methods and systems for purging condensate from a charge air cooler

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9938913
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14948856

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Methods and systems are provided for purging condensate from a charge air cooler towards an intake air filter. In one example, a method may include operating a motor to rotate an engine in reverse and flowing air from the intake manifold to the atmosphere via the charge air cooler to purge condensate towards an intake air filter.

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FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC1 AMERICAN RD FL4 DEARBORN MI 48126-2701

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Dudar, Aed M Canton, US 500 4477

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