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PHASE 2 - LEAK DETECTION
The ECM energizes the Change Over Valve allowing the pressurized air to enter the fuel sys-
tem through the Charcoal Canister, The ECM monitors the current flow and compares it
with the stored reference measurement over a duration of time.
Once the test is concluded, the ECM stops the pump motor and immediately de-energizes
the change over valve. This allows the stored pressure to vent thorough the charcoal can-
ister trapping hydrocarbon vapor and venting air to atmosphere through the filter.

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TEST RESULTS
The time duration varies between 45 & 270 seconds depending on the resulting leak diag-
nosis test results (developed tank pressure “amperage” / within a specific time period).
However the chart below depicts the logic used to determine fuel system leaks.

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OXYGEN SENSOR SIGNAL INFLUENCE ON INJECTOR “OPEN” TIME
The ECM monitors the:
• Amplitude of the signal (highest voltage or range sensor is producing)
• Switching time of the signal (how fast from lean to rich)
• Frequency of complete cycles (how many within a period of time)
These characteristics provide info to the ECM that reflect the overall condition of the sen-
sor.
POST CATALYTIC CONVERTER SENSOR SIGNAL
The post catalyst O2 sensors monitor the efficiency of the catalyst as a requirement of OBD
II. This signal also provides feedback of the pre-catalyst sensors efficiency and can cause
the ECM to “trim” the ms injection time to correct for slight deviations.
• If the catalyst is operating efficiently, most of the remaining oxygen in the exhaust gas
is burned (lack of O2 - “constant lean signal”).
The sensor signal fluctuates slightly in the higher end of the voltage scale.
• If the post sensor shows excessive fluctuations
(which echo the scope pattern of the pre
sensor), this indicates that the catalytic converter is not functioning correctly and cannot
consume the O2 (fault set).
• If the post sensor fluctuations move out of the normal voltage “window”, this indicates
that the pre sensor is not performing properly due toslight
deterioration. These systems
can also “trim” the ms injection time to compensate for this.
The constantly changing oxygen sensor input to the ECM is needed to correct the ms
injection time to ensure that the ideal air/fuel ratio is maintained.

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MISFIRE DETECTION
As part of the CARB/OBD regulations the engine control module must determine if misfire
is occurring and also identify the specific cylinder(s) and the severity of the misfire event,
and whether it is emissions relevant or catalyst damaging. In order to accomplish these
tasks the control module monitors the crankshaft for acceleration losses during firing seg-
ments of each cylinder based on firing order.
Misfire Detection Example: M54 (6 Cyl.) with Siemens System
The misfire/engine roughness calculation is derived from the differences in the period dura-
tion (T) of individual increment gear segments. Each segment period consist of an angular
range of 120° crank angle that starts 78° before Top Dead Center (TDC).
If the expected period duration is greater than the permissible value a misfire fault for the
particular cylinder is stored in the fault memory of the ECM. Depending on the level of mis-
fire rate measured the control unit will illuminate the "Service Engine Soon" light, may cut-
off fuel to the particular cylinder and may switch lambda operation to open-loop. All mis-
fire faults are weighted to determine if the misfire is emissions relevant or catalyst damag-
ing.
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EMISSIONS RELEVANT:
During an interval of 1000 crankshaft revolutions
the misfire events of all cylinders are
added and if the sum is greater than a predetermined value a fault will be set identifying the
particular cylinder(s). The “Service Engine Soon” light will be illuminated during and after
the second cycle if the fault is again present.
CATALYST DAMAGING:
During an interval of 200 crankshaft revolutions
the misfire events of all cylinders are added
and if the sum is greater than a predetermined value a fault will be set identifying the par-
ticular cylinders(s). The “Service Engine Soon” lamp:
• On vehicles with a Siemens Control Module (M54 engines) - the lamp will immediately go
to a steady illumination since fuel to the injector(s) is removed. Fuel cut-off to the cylin-
der will resume after several (
>>7) periods of decel if crankshaft sensor adaptation is suc-
cessfully completed or the engine is shut-off and restarted.
In each case the number of misfire events permitted is dependent on engine speed, load
and temperature map.
The process of misfire detection continues well after the diagnostic drive cycle requirements
have been completed. Misfire detection is an on-going monitoring process
that is only dis-
continued under certain conditions.
Misfire detection is only disabled under the following conditions:
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REQUIREMENTSSTATUS/CONDITION
Engine Speed< 512 RPM
Engine LoadVarying/Unstable
Throttle AngleVarying/Unstable
TimingTiming retard request active (i.e. knock
control - ASC, AGS)
Engine Start-upUp to 5 seconds after start-up
A/CUp to 0.5 seconds after A/C activation
Decel fuel cut-offActive
Rough road recognitionActive
ASC ControlActive

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MS 43 CARRY OVER FUNCTIONS
OUTPUT FUNCTIONS -VANOS CONTROL
With the double VANOS system, the valve timing is changed on both the intake and the
exhaust camshafts.
Double VANOS provides the following benefits:
• Torque increase in the low to mid (1500 - 2000 RPM) range without power loss in the
upper RPM range.
• Less incomplete combustion when idling due to less camshaft overlap (also improves
idle speed characteristics).
• Internal exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) in the part load range (reduces NOx and post-
combustion of residual gasses in the exhaust)
• Rapid catalyst warm up and lower “raw” emissions after cold start.
• Reduction in fuel consumption
Double VANOS consists of the following parts:
• Intake and exhaust camshafts with helical gear insert
• Sprockets with adjustable gears
• VANOS actuators for each camshaft
• 2 three-way solenoid switching valves
• 2 impulse wheels for detecting camshaft position
• 2 camshaft position sensors (Hall effect)
The “initial” timing is set by gear positioning (refer to the Repair Instructions for details) and
the chain tensioner. As with the previous VANOS, the hydraulically controlled actuators
move the helical geared cups to regulate camshaft timing. The angled teeth of the helical
gears cause the pushing
movement of the helical cup to be converted into a rotational
movement. This rotational movement is added to the turning of the camshafts and cause
the camshafts to “advance” or “retard”. The adjustment rate is dependent oil temperature,
oil pressure, and engine RPM.

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The dual VANOS in conjunction with the variable intake manifold provides an additional
emission control feature.
Because of the improved combustion, the camshaft timing is adjusted for more overlap.
The increased overlap supports internal exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) which reduces
tailpipe emissions and lowers fuel consumption.
During the part load engine range, the intake camshaft overlap opens the intake valve. This
allows limited exhaust gas reflow the intake manifold.
The “internal” EGR reduces the cylinder temperature thus lowering NOx. This feature pro-
vides EGR without the external hardware as seen on previous systems.
INLET
TURBULENCE
IDLE AIR
CONTROL VALVEMDK
INT. EGR
CATALYST
CLOSE TO
ENGINESECONDARY
AIR
INJECTION
(AIR FILTER)OUTLET-VANOS
(228/80-105)INLET-VANOS
(228/80-120)