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6-22 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (TBI FOR G10)
ENGINE DIAGNOSIS TABLE
Perform troubleshooting referring to following table when ECM (PCM) has detected no DTC and no abnormality
has been found in visual inspection and engine basic inspection previously.
Condition
Possible CauseReferring Item
Hard Starting
(Engine cranks OK)Ignition system out of order
Faulty spark plug
Leaky high-tension cord
Loose connection or disconnection of high-
tension cords or lead wires
Faulty ignition coil
Fuel system out of order
Dirty or clogged fuel hose or pipe
Malfunctioning fuel pump
Air inhaling from intake manifold gasket or
throttle body gasket
Fuel injector resistor malfunction
Engine and emission control system out of
order
Faulty idle control system
Faulty ECT sensor or MAP sensor
Faulty ECM (PCM)
Low compression
Poor spark plug tightening or faulty gasket
Compression leak from valve seat
Sticky valve stem
Weak or damaged valve springs
Compression leak at cylinder head gasket
Sticking or damaged piston ring
Worn piston, ring or cylinder
Others
Malfunctioning PCV valve
Spark plugs in Section 6F
High-tension cords in Section 6F
High-tension cords in Section 6F
Ignition coil in Section 6F
Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
Fuel injector resistor in Section 6E1
Diagnostic Flow Table P0505
ECT sensor or MAP sensor in
Section 6E1
Compression check in Section
6A
Spark plugs in Section 6F
Valves inspection in Section 6A
Valves inspection in Section 6A
Valve springs inspection in
Section 6A
Cylinder head inspection in
Section 6A
Cylinders, pistons and piston rings
inspection in Section 6A
Cylinders, pistons and piston rings
inspection in Section 6A
PCV system in Section 6E1
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ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (TBI FOR G10) 6-23
ConditionPossible CauseReferring Item
Low oil pressureImproper oil viscosity
Malfunctioning oil pressure switch
Clogged oil strainer
Functional deterioration of oil pump
Worn oil pump relief valve
Excessive clearance in various sliding partsEngine oil and oil filter change in
Section 0B
Oil pressure switch inspection in
Section 8
Oil pan and oil pump strainer
cleaning in Section 6A
Oil pump in Section 6A
Oil pump in Section 6A
Engine noise
Note: Before
checking mechanical
noise, make sure
that:
Specified spark
plug in used.
Specified fuel is
used.Valve noise
Improper valve lash
Worn valve stem and guide
Weak or broken valve spring
Warped or bent valve
Piston, ring and cylinder noise
Worn piston, ring and cylinder bore
Connecting rod noise
Worn rod bearing
Worn crank pin
Loose connecting rod nuts
Low oil pressure
Crankshaft noise
Low oil pressure
Worn bearing
Worn crankshaft journal
Loose bearing cap bolts
Excessive crankshaft thrust play
Valve lash in Section 6A
Valves inspection in Section 6A
Valve springs inspection in
Section 6A
Valves inspection in Section 6A
Pistons and cylinders inspection
in Section 6A
Crank pin and connecting rod
bearing inspection in Section 6A
Crank pin and connecting rod
bearing inspection in Section 6A
Connecting rod installation in
Section 6A
Previously outlined
Previously outlined
Crankshaft and bearing
inspection in Section 6A
Crankshaft and bearing
inspection in Section 6A
Crankshaft inspection in
Section 6A
Crankshaft thrust play inspection
in Section 6A
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6-24 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (TBI FOR G10)
ConditionPossible CauseReferring Item
OverheatingInoperative thermostat
Poor water pump performance
Clogged or leaky radiator
Improper engine oil grade
Clogged oil filter or oil strainer
Poor oil pump performance
Faulty radiator fan control system
Dragging brakes
Slipping clutch
Blown cylinder head gasketThermostat in Section 6B
Water pump in Section 6B
Radiator in Section 6B
Engine oil and oil filter change in
Section 0B
Oil pressure check in Section 6A
Oil pressure check in Section 6A
Radiator fan control system in
Section 6E1
Trouble diagnosis in Section 5
Trouble diagnosis in Section 7C
Cylinder head in Section 6A
Poor gasoline
mileageIgnition system out of order
Leaks or loose connection of high-tension cord
Faulty spark plug (improper gap, heavy deposits
and burned electrodes, etc.)
Engine and emission control system out of
order
High idle speed
Poor performance of TP sensor, ECT sensor or
MAP sensor
Faulty fuel injector
Faulty fuel injector resistor
Faulty ECM (PCM)
Low compression
Others
Poor valve seating
Dragging brakes
Slipping clutch
Thermostat out of order
Improper tire pressure
High-tension cords in Section 6F
Spark plugs in Section 6F
Refer to item “Improper engine
idle speed” previously outlined
TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAP
sensor in Section 6E1
Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Fuel injector resistor in Section 6E1
Previously outlined
Valves inspection in Section 6A
Trouble diagnosis in Section 5
Trouble diagnosis in Section 7C
Thermostat in Section 6B
Refer to Section 3F
Excessive engine
oil consumptionOil leakage
Blown cylinder head gasket
Leaky camshaft oil seals
Oil entering combustion chamber
Sticky piston ring
Worn piston and cylinder
Worn piston ring groove and ring
Improper location of piston ring gap
Worn or damaged valve stem seal
Worn valve stem
Cylinder head in Section 6A
Camshaft in Section 6A
Piston cleaning in Section 6A
Pistons and cylinders inspection
in Section 6A
Pistons inspection in Section 6A
Pistons assembly in Section 6A
Valves removal and installation in
Section 6A
Valves inspection in Section 6A
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ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (TBI FOR G10) 6-25
ConditionPossible CauseReferring Item
Engine hesitates
(Momentary lack of
response as
accelerator is
depressed.
Can occur at all
vehicle speeds.
Usually most severe
when first trying to
make vehicle move,
as from a stop sign.)Ignition system out of order
Spark plug faulty or plug gap out of adjustment
Leaky high-tension cord
Fuel system out of order
Fuel pressure out of specification
Engine and emission control system out of
order
Poor performance of TP sensor, ECT sensor or
MAP sensor
Faulty fuel injector
Faulty ECM (PCM)
Engine overheating
Low compression
Spark plugs in Section 6F
High-tension cords in Section 6F
Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
Trouble diagnosis in Section 6
TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAP
sensor in Section 6E1
Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Refer to “Overheating” section
Previously outlined
Surge
(Engine power
variation under
steady throttle or
cruise.
Feels like vehicle
speeds up and down
with no change in
accelerator pedal.)Ignition system out of order
Leaky or loosely connected high-tension cord
Faulty spark plug (excess carbon deposits,
improper gap, and burned electrodes, etc.)
Fuel system out of order
Variable fuel pressure
Kinky or damaged fuel hose and lines
Faulty fuel pump (clogged fuel filter)
Engine and emission control system out of
order
Poor performance of MAP sensor
Faulty fuel injector
Faulty ECM (PCM)
High-tension cords in Section 6F
Spark plugs in Section 6F
Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
MAP sensor in Section 6E1
Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Excessive
detonation
(Engine makes
continuously
sharp metallic
knocks that change
with throttle opening.
Sounds like pop corn
popping.)Engine overheating
Ignition system out of order
Faulty spark plug
Loose connection of high-tension cord
Fuel system out of order
Clogged fuel filter (faulty fuel pump) or fuel lines
Air inhaling from intake manifold or throttle body
gasket
Engine and emission control system out of
order
Poor performance of ECT sensor or MAP sensor
Faulty fuel injector
Faulty ECM (PCM)
Excessive combustion chamber depositsRefer to “Overheating” section
Spark plugs in Section 6F
High-tension cords in Section 6F
Diagnostic Flow Table B-1 or B-2
Trouble diagnosis in Section 6
ECT sensor or MAP sensor in
Section 6E1
Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Piston and cylinder head cleaning
in Section 6A
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6-26 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (TBI FOR G10)
ConditionPossible CauseReferring Item
Engine has no
powerIgnition system out of order
Faulty spark plug
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor
Leaks, loose connection or disconnection of
high-tension cord
Engine overheating
Fuel system out of order
Clogged fuel hose or pipe
Malfunctioning fuel pump
Air inhaling from intake manifold gasket or
throttle body gasket
Engine and emission control system out of
order
Maladjusted accelerator cable play
Poor performance of TP sensor, ECT sensor or
MAP sensor
Faulty fuel injector
Faulty ECM (PCM)
Low compression
Others
Dragging brakes
Slipping clutch
Spark plugs in Section 6F
Ignition coil in Section 6F
High-tension cords in Section 6F
Refer to “Overheating” section
Diagnostic Flow Table B-3 in
Section 6
Diagnostic Flow Table B-2
Accelerator cable play in Section
6E1
TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAP
sensor in Section 6E1
Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Previously outlined
Trouble diagnosis in Section 5
Trouble diagnosis in Section 7C
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ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (TBI FOR G10) 6-27
ConditionPossible CauseReferring Item
Improper engine
idling or engine
fails to idleIgnition system out of order
Faulty spark plug
Leaky or disconnected high-tension cord
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor
Fuel system out of order
Fuel pressure out of specification
Leaky manifold, throttle body, or cylinder head
gasket
Engine and emission control system out of
order
Faulty idle control system
Faulty evaporative emission control system
Faulty fuel injector
Faulty fuel injector resistor
Poor performance of ECT sensor, TP sensor or
MAP sensor
Faulty ECM (PCM)
Engine overheating
Low compression
Others
Loose connection or disconnection of vacuum
hoses
Malfunctioning PCV valve
Spark plugs in Section 6F
High-tension cords in Section 6F
Ignition coil in Section 6F
Diagnostic Flow Table B-3 in
Section 6
Diagnostic Flow Table P0505
EVAP control system in Section
6E
Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Fuel injector resistor in Section 6E1
ECT sensor, TP sensor or MAP
sensor in Section 6E1
Refer to “Overheating” section
Previously outlined
PCV system in Section 6E1
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6-28 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (TBI FOR G10)
ConditionPossible CauseReferring Item
Excessive
hydrocarbon (HC)
emission or carbon
monoxide (CO)Ignition system out of order
Faulty spark plug
Leaky or disconnected high-tension cord
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor
Low compression
Engine and emission control system out of
order
Lead contamination of three way catalytic
converter
Faulty evaporative emission control system
Fuel pressure out of specification
Closed loop system (A / F feed back
compensation) fails
–Faulty TP sensor
–Poor performance of ECT sensor or MAP
sensor
Faulty injector
Faulty fuel injector resistor
Faulty ECM (PCM)
Others
Engine not at normal operating temperature
Clogged air cleaner
Vacuum leaks
Spark plugs in Section 6F
High-tension cords in Section 6F
Ignition coil assembly in Section
6F
Refer to “Low compression”
section
Check for absence of filler neck
restrictor
EVAP control system in Section
6E1
Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
TP sensor in Section 6E1
ECT sensor or MAP sensor in
Section 6E1
Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Fuel injector resistor in Section 6E1
Excessive nitrogen
oxides (NOx)
emissionIgnition system out of order
Improper ignition timing
Engine and emission control system out of
order
Lead contamination of catalytic converter
Fuel pressure out of specification
Closed loop system (A / F feed back
compensation) fails
–Faulty TP sensor
–Poor performance of ECT sensor or MAP
sensor
Faulty injector
Faulty fuel injector resistor
Faulty ECM (PCM)
See section 6F1
Check for absence of filler neck
restrictor.
Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
TP sensor in Section 6E1
ECT sensor or MAP sensor in
Section 6E1
Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Fuel injector resistor in Section 6E1
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ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (TBI FOR G10) 6-29
Ambient temp.
SCAN TOOL DATA
As the data values given below are standard values estimated on the basis of values obtained from the normally
operating vehicles by using a scan tool, use them as reference values. Even when the vehicle is in good condition,
there may be cases where the checked value does not fall within each specified data range. Therefore, judgment
as abnormal should not be made by checking with these data alone.
Also, conditions in the below table that can be checked by the scan tool are those detected by ECM (PCM) and
output from ECM (PCM) as commands and there may be cases where the engine or actuator is not operating (in
the condition) as indicated by the scan tool. Be sure to use the timing light to check the ignition timing.
NOTE:
With the generic scan tool, only star () marked data in the table below can be read.
When checking the data with the engine running at idle or racing, be sure to shift M / T gear to the neutral
gear position and A / T gear to the “Park” position and pull the parking brake fully. Also, if nothing or “no
load” is indicated, turn OFF A / C, all electric loads, P / S and all the other necessary switches.
SCAN TOOL DATAVEHICLE CONDITIONNORMAL CONDITION /
REFERENCE VALUES
FUEL SYSTEM B1 (FUEL
SYSTEM STATUS)At specified idle speed after warming upCLOSED (closed loop)
CALC LOAD
(CALCULATED LOADAt specified idle speed with no load after
warming up3 – 5%(
VALUE)At 2500 r / min with no load after warming up10 – 18%
COOLANT TEMP.
(ENGINE COOLANT
TEMP.)
At specified idle speed after warming up85 – 95C, 185 – 203F
SHORT FT BI (SHORT
TERM FUEL TRIM)At specified idle speed after warming up–20 – +20%
LONG FT BI (LONG
TERM FUEL TRIM)At specified idle speed after warming up–15 – +15%
MAP (INTAKE
MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE
PRESSURE)At specified idle speed with no load after
warming up29 – 48 kPa,
220 – 360 mmHg
ENGINE SPEEDAt idling with no load after warming upDesired idle speed
± 50 r / min
VEHICLE SPEEDAt stop0 km / h, 0 MPH
IGNITION ADVANCE
(IGNITION TIMING
ADVANCE FOR NO.1
CYLINDER)
At specified idle speed with no load after
warming up–1 – 18 BTDC
INTAKE AIR TEMP.At specified idle speed after warming up+35C (+63F)
–5C (–9F)
MAF (MASS AIR FLOW
RATE)
At specified idle speed with no load after
warming up1.0 – 3.0 gm / sec
RATE)At 2500 r / min with no load after warming up3.0 – 6.0 gm / sec
THROTTLE POS
(ABSOLUTEIgnition switch ON /Throttle valve fully closed7 – 18%
(ABSOLUTE
THROTTLE POSITION)
g
engine stoppedThrottle valve fully open70 – 90%
O2S B1 S1 (HEATED
OXYGEN SENSOR-1)At specified idle speed after warming up0.05 – 0.95 V
O2S B1 S2 (HEATED
OXYGEN SENSOR-2)When engine is running at 2000 r / min. for
3 min. or longer after warming up.0 – 0.95 V
O2S FT B1 S1At specified idle speed after warning up–20 – +20%
DIS. WITH MIL ON————