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3. REINSTALL CHECK VALVEHINT: Reinstall the check valve with the black port facing the
charcoal canister side.
(a) Install the grommet to the check valve.
(b) Install the check valve to the hose end on the charcoalcanister.
(c) Install the grommet on the check valve to the bracket.
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EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
To reduce NOx emission, part of the exhaust gases are recirculated through\
the EGR valve to the intake
manifold to lower the maximum combustion temperature.
OPERATION
Coolant Temp.ConditionEGR ValveExhaust Gas
Below 53 5C (127 5F)±CLOSEDNot recirculated
Above 55 5C (131 5F)(a)Idling, Deceleration, Neutral,
Low air volume, High Engine speedCLOSEDNot recirculatedAbove 55 C (131 F)
Except (a)OPEN*Recirculated
* The ECU calculates the appropriate number of steps according to the in\
take air volume and the engine speed, then
drives the stepping motor to maintain the EGR volume at a level appropri\
ate to the driving conditions.
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OPERATION (Cont'd)
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INSPECTION OF EGR SYSTEM (USA
Spec.)
INSPECT SYSTEM OPERATION
(a) Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the check(ºDIAGNOSISº) connector.
SST 09843±18020
(b) Keep the engine at 3,500 rpm.
(c) Set the transmission shift lever to the ºNº position.
(d) Remove the SST from the check connector.
SST 09843±18020
(e) Check whether the engine rpm increases 100±300 rpm under the following conditions.
Coolant temp.
Below 53 5C (127 5F) No increase
Above 55 5C (131 5F) Increases
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INSPECTION OF EGR SYSTEM
(Exc. USA Spec.)
1. CHECK AND CLEAN FILTERS IN EGR VACUUMMODULATOR
(a) Remove the cap and filter.
(b) Check the filter for contamination or damage.
(c) Using compressed air, clean the filters.
(d) Reinstall the filter and cap.
HINT: Install the filter with the coarser surface facing the at-
mospheric side (outward).
2. INSPECT SYSTEM OPERATION (a) Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the check
(ºDIAGNOSISº) connector.
SST 09843±18020
(b) Keep the engine at 3,500 rpm.
(c) Set the transmission shift lever to the ºNº position.
(d) Remove the SST from the check connector.
SST 09843±18020
(e) Check whether the engine rpm increases 100±300 rpm under the following conditions:
Coolant temp.
Below 53 5C (127 5F) No increase
Above 55 5C (131 5F) Increases
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INSPECTION OF VSV (Exc. USA Spec.)
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE TERMINAL OFBATTERY
CAUTION: Work must be started after approx. 20 se-
conds or longer from the time the ignition switch is
turned to the ºLOCKº position and the negative (±) termi-
nal cable is disconnected from the battery.
2. REMOVE VSV (a) Disconnect the VSV connector.
(b) Disconnect the following hoses:(1) Vacuum hose (from EGR valve) from VSV
(2) Vacuum hose (from EGR vacuum modulator) from VSV
(c) Remove the bolt and VSV.
3. INSPECT VSV
A. Inspect VSV for open circuit Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity between
the terminals.
Resistance (Cold): 33±39
If there is no continuity, replace the VSV.
B. Inspect VSV for ground Using an ohmmeter, check that there is no continuity be-
tween each terminal and the body.
If there is continuity, replace the VSV.
C. Inspect VSV operation (a) Check that the air flows from ports E to G.
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(b) Apply battery voltage across the terminals.
(c) Check that the air flows from port E to the filter.
If operation is not as specified, replace the VSV.
4. REINSTALL VSV (a) Install the VSV with the bolt.
Torque: 18 N Vm (185 kgf Vcm, 13 ft Vlbf)
(b) Connect the following hoses:
(1) Vacuum hose (from EGR valve) to VSV
(2) Vacuum hose (from EGR vacuum modulator) to VSV
(c) Connect the VSV connector.
5. RECONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE TERMINAL OF BATTERY
INSPECTION OF EGR VACUUM
MODULATOR (Exc. USA Spec.)
1. DISCONNECT VACUUM HOSES FROM EGR VACUUMMODULATOR
Disconnect the three vacuum hoses from ports P, Q and R of
the EGR vacuum modulator.
2. INSPECT EGR VACUUM MODULATOR OPERATION (a) Block ports P and R with your finger.
(b) Blow air into port Q, and check that the air passesthrough to the air filter side freely.
(c) Start the engine, and maintain speed at 2,500 rpm.
(d) Repeat the above test. Check that there is a strong resistance to air flow.
3. RECONNECT VACUUM HOSES TO EGR VACUUM MODULATOR
Connect the three vacuum hoses to the proper locations.
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COMPONENTS FOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF EGR VALVE
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