FUNCTION OF MAIN COMPONENTS
The main components of the engine control system are as follows:
| Component | Function | |
|---|---|---|
| ECM | The ECM performs overall control of the engine control system to suit the operating conditions of the engine in accordance with the signals provided by the sensors. | |
| Crank Position Sensor | This sensor detects the engine speed and performs cylinder identification. | |
| Cam Position Sensor (Crank Position Sensor) | This sensor performs cylinder identification. | |
| Fuel Pressure Sensor | This sensor uses built-in semiconductors to detect the internal pressure of the common-rail. | |
| Intake Mass Air Flow Meter Sub-assembly | This sensor uses a built-in silicon chip to directly detect the intake air mass. | |
| Intake Air Temperature Sensor | This sensor detects the intake air temperature past the intercooler. | |
| Diesel Throttle Body Assembly | Throttle Position Sensor | This sensor detects the diesel throttle valve opening angle. |
| Throttle Motor | Controls the throttle valve opening according to signals from the ECM. | |
| Turbo Pressure Sensor | This sensor uses built-in semiconductors to detect the intake manifold pressure. | |
| Turbocharger Sub-assembly | Actuator | This sensor detects the nozzle vane position. |
| Controls the variable nozzle vane according to signals from the ECM. | ||
| Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor | This sensor detects the engine coolant temperature by means of an internal thermistor. | |
| Glow Plug Controller | The glow plug controller controls the length of time for which the current is applied to the glow plug assemblies in accordance with the ECM signal. | |
| Injector Assembly | The injector injects the fuel to the combustion chamber in accordance with the ECM signals. | |
| Pre-stroke Control Valve Assembly | Regulates the pre-stroke quantity according to signals from the ECM. | |
| Pressure Discharge Valve | The pressure discharge valve regulates the fuel pressure. | |
| EGR Valve Position Sensor | Detects the EGR valve position and sends signals to the ECM. | |
SYSTEM CONTROL
The engine control system has the following features. The ECM controls these systems:
| System | Outline |
|---|---|
| Fuel Injection Volume Control | Based on the signals received from the sensors, the ECM determines the fuel injection volume in accordance with the engine condition. |
| Fuel Injection Timing Control | Based on the signals received from the sensors, the ECM determines the fuel injection timing in accordance with the engine condition. |
| During Starting Control | To facilitate startability, the ECM optimally controls the injection volume and injection timing during starting. |
| Idle Speed Control | The ECM determines the idle speed in accordance with the engine condition, and controls the fuel injection volume in order to maintain the target idle speed. |
| Fuel Pressure Control | Based on the signals received from the sensors, the ECM controls fuel pressure using the pre-stroke control valve in accordance with engine operating conditions. |
| Pilot Injection Control | Based on the signals received from the sensors, the ECM determines pilot injection volume/timing and interval (between pilot injection and main injection) in accordance with the engine condition. |
| Glow Plug Control | The ECM controls the length of time for which current is applied to the glow plug assemblies, in accordance with the engine coolant temperature. |
| Diesel Throttle Control |
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| Turbocharger Control | Based on the signals received from the sensors, the ECM controls the actuator in accordance with the engine condition. |
| EGR System | Based on the signals received from the sensors, the ECM determines the EGR volume via the electric EGR control valve assembly and No. 2 EGR valve assembly in accordance with the engine condition. For details, see the EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM section. |
| Air Conditioning Cut-off Control | By controlling the air conditioning compressor on or off in accordance with the engine condition, driveability is maintained. |
| Immobiliser System | Prohibits fuel injection if an attempt is made to start the engine with an invalid ignition key. |
| Brake Override System | The driving torque is restricted when both the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed. (For the Activation Conditions and Inspection Method, refer to the repair manual.) |
| Diagnosis | When the ECM detects a malfunction, it diagnoses and memorizes the failed section. |
| Fail-safe | When the ECM detects a malfunction, it stops or controls the engine in accordance with the data already stored in the memory. |