FUNCTION
The Dual VVT-i system is designed to control the intake and exhaust camshafts within a range of 40° and 45° respectively (of crankshaft angle) to provide valve timing that is optimally suited to engine operating conditions. This improves torque in all speed ranges as well as increasing fuel economy and reducing exhaust emissions.
| *1 | Camshaft Timing Oil Control Valve Assembly (Intake) | *2 | Camshaft Timing Oil Control Valve Assembly (Exhaust) |
| *3 | Crank Position Sensor | *4 | E. F. I. Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| *5 | Throttle Position Sensor | *6 | Intake Mass Air Flow Meter Sub-assembly |
| *7 | ECM | *8 | Cam Position Sensor (No. 1 Crank Position Sensor) (Exhaust) |
| *9 | Cam Position Sensor (No. 1 Crank Position Sensor) (Intake) | - | - |
The Dual VVT-i system delivers excellent benefits during the vehicle operation states shown in the table below.
| Operation State | Objective | Effect |
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| During Idle | Eliminating overlap to reduce blow back to the intake side. |
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| Upon Starting and Stopping the Engine | Eliminating overlap to minimize blow back to the intake side. | Improved startability |
| At Light Load | Eliminating overlap to reduce blow back to the intake side. | Ensured engine stability |
| At Medium Load | Increasing overlap to increase internal EGR to reduce pumping losses. |
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| In Low to Medium Speed Range with Heavy Load | 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 | Retarding the intake valve close timing for volumetric efficiency improvement. | Improved output |
| At Low Temperatures | Eliminating overlap to reduce blow back to the intake side during fast idle. |
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