Air Induction System: Operation

The air induction system is designed to send secondary air to the exhaust manifold, utilizing a vacuum created by exhaust pulsations in the exhaust manifold. Exhaust pressure in the exhaust manifold usually pulsates in response to the opening and closing of the exhaust valves, and periodically it decreases below atmospheric pressure. When this happens, a vacuum is created and a secondary air intake is opened and secondary air is drawn into the exhaust manifold in proportion to the vacuum.