FUNCTION
The Dual VVT-i system is designed to control the intake and exhaust camshafts within a range of 43° and 40° respectively (of Crankshaft Angle) to provide valve timing that is optimally suited to engine operating conditions. This improves torque in all the speed ranges as well as increasing fuel economy, and reducing exhaust emissions.
| *1 | Camshaft Timing Oil Control Valve Assembly (Exhaust) | *2 | Camshaft Timing Oil Control Valve Assembly (Intake) |
| *3 | Camshaft Position Sensor (Exhaust) | *4 | Camshaft Position Sensor (Intake) |
| *5 | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor | *6 | Crank Position Sensor |
| *7 | ECM | *8 |
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The VVT-i system delivers excellent benefits in the different operating conditions as follows:
During Idling
| Objective | Effect |
|---|---|
| Reducing overlap to reduce blow back to the intake side |
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At Light Load
| Objective | Effect |
|---|---|
| Reducing overlap to reduce blow back to the intake side | Ensured engine stability |
At Medium Load
| Objective | Effect |
|---|---|
| Increasing overlap to increase internal EGR reduce pumping loss |
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In Low to Medium Speed Range with Heavy Load
| Objective | Effect |
|---|---|
| Advancing the intake valve close timing for volumetric efficiency improvement | Improved torque in low to medium speed range |
In High Speed Range with Heavy Load
| Objective | Effect |
|---|---|
| Retarding the intake valve close timing for volumetric efficiency improvement | Improved output |
At Low Temperatures
| Objective | Effect |
|---|---|
| Reducing overlay to reduce blow back to the intake side stabilizes the idling speed at fast idle |
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Starting Engine and Stopping Engine
| Objective | Effect |
|---|---|
| Reducing overlap to minimize blow back to the intake side | Improved startability |