CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
CAUTION:
To prevent injury due to contact with an operating fan and generator V-belt or cooling fan, keep your hands and clothing away from the fan and generator V-belt and cooling fans when working in the engine compartment with the engine running.
Tech Tips
The type of ignition switch used on this model differs according to the specifications of the vehicle. For the expressions listed in this section, refer to the "Ignition Switch Expressions" precaution.
PROCEDURE
INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT
INSPECT ENGINE OIL
INSPECT BATTERY
INSPECT FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT
INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY
Remove the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly from the air cleaner case sub-assembly.
Check that the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly is not excessively dirty.
If the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly is excessively dirty, replace the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly.
If cleaning the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly, blow compressed air to clean it.
Note
Do not start the engine with the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly removed, as this may damage the engine.
When using an air cleaner filter element sub-assembly that uses compressed air, wear safety glasses and a dust mask in order to protect your health.
Tech Tips
When an excessive amount of dirt is present, replace the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly.
Reinstall the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly to the air cleaner case sub-assembly.
INSPECT SPARK PLUG
INSPECT IGNITION TIMING
Warm up the engine and stop the engine.
When using the GTS:
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Note
Switch off all the accessories and the A/C before connecting the GTS.
Start the engine and idle it.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Active Test / Connect the TC and TE1.
| Active Test Display |
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| Connect the TC and TE1 |
| Data List Display |
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| IGN Advance |
Inspect the ignition timing during idling.
| Standard ignition timing |
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| 8 to 12° BTDC @ idle |
Note
When checking the ignition timing, the transmission should be in N or P.
Tech Tips
Refer to the GTS operator's manual for further details.
Cancel the Active Test.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / IGN Advance.
| Tester Display |
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| IGN Advance |
Inspect the ignition timing during idling.
| Standard ignition timing |
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| 7 to 24° BTDC @ idle |
Note
When checking the ignition timing, the transmission should be in N or P.
Check that the ignition timing advances immediately when the engine speed is increased.
When not using the GTS:
| *a | Front view of DLC3 |
Using SST, connect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.
Note
Do not improperly connect the terminals. This may damage the engine.
Connect the tester probe of a timing light to the wire of the ignition coil connector for the No. 1 cylinder.
Note
Use a timing light that detects primary signals.
After checking, be sure to wrap the wire harness with tape.
Start the engine.
Inspect the ignition timing during idling.
| Standard ignition timing |
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| 8 to 12° BTDC @ idle |
Note
Turn all the electrical systems and the A/C off.
When checking the ignition timing, the transmission should be in N or P.
Remove SST from the DLC3.
Inspect the ignition timing during idling.
| Standard ignition timing |
|---|
| 7 to 24° BTDC @ idle |
Disconnect the timing light from the wire of the ignition coil connector for the No. 1 cylinder.
INSPECT ENGINE IDLE SPEED
Warm up the engine.
When using the GTS:
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Note
Switch off all accessories and the A/C before connecting the GTS.
Start the engine and idle it.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Engine Speed.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Engine Speed |
Inspect the engine idle speed.
| Standard idle speed |
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| 650 to 750 rpm |
Note
When checking the idle speed, the transmission should be in N or P.
Tech Tips
Refer to the GTS operator's manual for further details.
Turn the ignition switch off.
Disconnect the GTS from the DLC3.
When not using the GTS:
| *a | Front view of DLC3 |
Using SST, connect a tachometer tester probe to terminal 9 (TAC) of the DLC3.
Note
Switch off all accessories and the A/C before connecting the terminals.
Race the engine at 2500 rpm for approximately 90 seconds.
Inspect the engine idle speed.
| Standard idle speed |
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| 650 to 750 rpm |
Note
When checking the idle speed, the transmission should be in N or P.
Disconnect the tachometer tester probe from the DLC3.
INSPECT COMPRESSION
Warm up and stop the engine.
Check for DTCs.
Drain the engine coolant.
Remove the intake air surge tank.
Remove the 6 spark plugs.
Disconnect the 6 fuel injector connectors.
Note
Stop fuel injection to prevent damage to the catalyst due to unburned fuel.
Inspect the cylinder compression pressure.
Insert a compression gauge into the spark plug hole.
While cranking the engine, measure the compression pressure.
| Compression pressure |
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| 1300 kPa (13.3 kgf/cm2, 189 psi) or higher |
| Minimum pressure |
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| 1000 kPa (10.2 kgf/cm2, 145 psi) |
| Difference between each cylinder |
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| 100 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm2, 15 psi) or less |
Note
Use a fully-charged battery so the engine speed can be increased to 250 rpm or more.
Inspect the other cylinders in the same way.
Measure the compression in as short a time as possible.
If the cylinder compression is low, pour a small amount of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole, and then inspect it again.
Tech Tips
If adding oil increases the compression pressure, the piston rings and/or cylinder bore may be worn or damaged.
If the compression pressure stays low, the valve may be stuck or seated improperly, or there may be leakage from the gasket.
Connect the 6 fuel injector connectors.
Install the 6 spark plugs.
Install the intake air surge tank.
Add engine coolant.
Check for DTCs.
INSPECT CO/HC
Start and warm up the engine.
Run the engine at 2500 rpm for approximately 180 seconds, and then idle the engine.
Insert a CO/HC meter testing probe at least 40 cm (1.31 ft.) into the tailpipe.
Check the CO/HC concentration at idle.
| Standard idle CO concentration |
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| 0 to 0.5% |
| Standard idle HC concentration |
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| Refer to applicable local regulation |
If the CO/HC concentration is not as specified, perform troubleshooting in the order given below.
Check the air fuel ratio sensor operation.
Check the heated oxygen sensor operation.
See the table below for possible causes, and then inspect and repair the applicable causes if necessary.
| CO | HC | Problem | Possible Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | High | Rough idling |
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| Low | High | Rough idling (Fluctuating HC reading) |
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| High | High | Rough idling (Black smoke from exhaust) |
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