IGNITION SYSTEM ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips

Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing an ignition coil assembly or spark plug.


PROCEDURE


  1. PERFORM SPARK TEST

    CAUTION:

    To prevent injury due to contact with an operating cooling fan, keep your hands and clothing away from the cooling fans when working in the engine compartment with the engine running or the engine switch on (IG).

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    Tech Tips

    Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing an ignition coil assembly or spark plug.



    1. Check for DTCs.


      Note

      If any DTC is output, perform the troubleshooting procedures for that DTC.

    2. Remove the 6 ignition coil assemblies and 6 spark plugs.

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      Note

      If an ignition coil assembly or spark plug has been struck or dropped, replace it.

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      *A for RHD
      *B for LHD

      Disconnect the 4 connectors.

    4. Install the spark plug to the ignition coil assembly and connect the ignition coil assembly connector.

    5. Ground the spark plug.

    6. Check that spark occurs at each spark plug while the engine is being cranked.

      Note


      • Be sure to ground the spark plug when checking.

      • Replace the ignition coil assembly if it receives an impact.

      • Do not crank the engine for more than 2 seconds.

      Tech Tips

      If spark does not occur, perform the following procedure.

  2. INSPECT IGNITION COIL ASSEMBLY AND SPARK TEST

    Tech Tips

    Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing a ignition coil assembly or spark plug.



    1. Check that the ignition coil assembly connector is securely connected.

      Result
      Result Action
      NG Connect securely
      OK Go to next step

    2. Perform a spark test on each ignition coil assembly.


      1. Replace the ignition coil assembly with a known good one.

      2. Perform the spark test again.

        Result
        Result Action
        NG Go to next step
        OK

        Replace ignition coil assembly

        Note

        If a ignition coil assembly or spark plug has been struck or dropped, replace it.

    3. Perform a spark test on each spark plug.


      1. Replace the spark plug with a known good one.

      2. Perform the spark test again.

        Result
        Result Action
        NG Inspect the ignition system
        OK Replace spark plug

        Note

        If a ignition coil assembly or spark plug has been struck or dropped, replace it.

    4. Connect the 4 connectors.

    5. Install the 6 ignition coil assemblies and 6 spark plugs.

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    6. Check for DTCs.

    7. Clear the DTCs.

  3. CHECK SPARK PLUG

    Note


    • Do not damage the iridium tip and platinum tip.

    • Check the iridium tip visually since the iridium tip may be damaged.

    • Never attempt to adjust the electrode gap of a used spark plug.

    • Replace with new spark plugs if extremely dirty due to sludge, etc.

    • Replace with new spark plugs if damaged at all.

    • Replace with a new spark plug if it has been struck or dropped.

    • When replacing with a new spark plug, do not remove the cap for protecting the spark plug tip until it is installed to the engine.

    Tech Tips

    Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing a spark plug.



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      *a Body Ground

      Check the electrode.


      1. Using a megohmmeter, measure the insulation resistance.

        Standard Insulation Resistance
        Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
        Spark plug (terminal part) - Body ground Always 10 MΩ or higher

        Tech Tips


        • If the result is not as specified, clean the spark plug with a spark plug cleaner and measure the resistance again.

        • If a megohmmeter is not available, perform the following simple inspection instead.

    2. Alternative inspection method.


      1. Quickly accelerate the engine to 4000 rpm 5 times.

      2. Remove the spark plug.

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      3. Visually check the spark plug.

        If the electrode is dry, the spark plug is functioning properly. If the electrode is damp, proceed to the next step.

    3. Check the spark plug for any damage to its threads and insulator.

      If there is any damage, replace the spark plug.

      Recommended Spark Plug
      Manufacturer Spark Plug Type
      DENSO EC22HPR-D7

    4. Check the spark plug electrode gap.

      Maximum Electrode Gap for Used Spark Plug
      0.9 mm (0.0354 in.)

      Note

      Never attempt to adjust the electrode gap of a used spark plug.

      If the spark plug electrode gap is more than the maximum, replace the spark plug.

      Standard Electrode Gap for New Spark Plug
      0.6 to 0.7 mm (0.0236 to 0.0276 in.)

    5. Clean the spark plugs.

      If the electrode has traces of wet carbon, clean the electrode with a spark plug cleaner and then dry it.

      Standard air pressure
      588 kPa (6.0 kgf/cm2, 85 psi)
      Standard duration
      20 seconds or less

      Tech Tips

      Only use a spark plug cleaner when the electrode is free of oil. If the electrode has traces of oil, use gasoline to clean off the oil before using the spark plug cleaner.

    6. Install the spark plug.

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