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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION Ð OUTLINE OF NEW FEATURES3
OUTLINE OF NEW FEATURES
An engine that is based on the 5S-FE engine, yet uses natural gas, has been developed in order to reduce
exhaust emissions and the amount of CO
2 discharge. A model that uses this alternative fuel engine has been
added to the Camry lineup. The characteristics of the new model are listed below.
1. Exterior
A CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) mark is affixed to the luggage compartment door.
2. 5S-FNE Engine
Based on the 5S-FE gasoline engine, the 5S-FNE engine uses compressed natural gas. The fuel lines have
been designed exclusively for compressed natural gas application.
3. A140E Automatic Transaxle
The gear ratio of the differential has been changed to accommodate the performance of the 5S-FNE engine.
4. Brakes
Basically, the same brakes used on the 5S-FE engine model are used on the CNG model, except that the
size of the front brakes has been changed.
5. Suspension
To accommodate the weight increase of the rear section of the vehicle as a result of having the fuel tank
installed in the luggage compartment, the specification of the springs used in the rear suspension has been
changed to realize excellent riding comfort, stability, and controllability.
6. Tire
P205/65 R 15 tire is used.
7. Body
To install the fuel tank in the front area of the luggage compartment, the upper back panel has been
cut out.
A performance rod that joins the tops of the right and left rear suspension strut towers has been adopted.
The shape of the rear floor pan has been changed to prevent the luggage compartment capacity from
being reduced as a result of the installation of the fuel tank in the luggage compartment.
8. Seat
A fixed type seat back is used for the rear seat.
9. Seat Belt
2-point NR (Non-Retractor) seat belt is used for the rear center seat.
10. SRS Airbag
A signal that causes the supply of fuel to be cut off during a frontal collision is output by the airbag sensor
assembly to the ECM.
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11. Audio
3-way speakers are used for the rear speaker.
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INTRODUCTION Ð MODEL CODE AND MODEL LINE-UP 4
MODEL CODE
SXV23 L ± A E P N C A
1 2 34567 8
1
BASIC MODEL CODE
1SXV23: With 5S-FNE Engine
2
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
2L: Left-Hand Drive
3
MODEL NAME
3A: Camry
4BODY TYPE4E: 4-Door Sedan
5GEARSHIFT TYPE5P: 4-Speed Automatic, Floor
6
GRADE
6N: LE
7ENGINE SPECIFICATION7C: CNG and DOHC
8
DESTINATION
8A: U.S.A.
MODEL LINE-UP
TRANSAXLE
DESTINATIONENGINEBODY TYPEGRADE4-Speed Automatic
A140E
U.S.A.5S-FNE4-Door SedanLESXV23L-AEPNCA
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NEW FEATURES Ð 5S-FNE ENGINE
NEW FEATURES
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5S-FNE ENGINE
DESCRIPTION
The 5S-FNE engine is a new engine that uses CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) as fuel, which has been
developed based on the 5S-FE gasoline engine.
The main component of natural gas is methane (CH
4), which has fewer carbons (C) than gasoline (mean
molecular formula: C
7.5H13.4). Therefore, the amount of CO2 discharged by this engine is approximately
70% that of the gasoline engine. Furthermore, this engine achieves low-emission operation by precisely
controlled air-fuel ratio and using special catalysts for the CNG application.
However, because the fuel is in the gaseous form, its volumetric efficiency is low, causing lower power
output if this fuel is used in the base engine.
Therefore, the 5S-FNE engine has adopted the following features: a high compression ratio, the intake
valves with early closed timing, the intake and exhaust valves with increased lift, a low back pressure muffler
made possible by the 2-way exhaust system, injectors for gaseous fuel, and a catalytic converter designed
exclusively for CNG application. At the same time, precision air-fuel ratio control is effected through the
use of the air-fuel ratio sensor* and the heater oxygen sensor, thus achieving the level of performance that
is equivalent to the base engine. Moreover, this engine realizes extremely low emissions and restoring engine
torque.
*: Already adopted on the California specification 5S-FE engine.
Specifications
Item
5S-FNE Engine5S-FE Engine
No. of Cyls. & Arrangement4-Cylinder, In-Line
Valve Mechanism16-Valve DOHC,
Belt & Gear Drive
Combustion CamberPentroof Type
ManifoldsCross-Flow
Fuel SystemSFI
Displacement cm3 (cu. in.)2164 (132.0)
Bore Stroke mm (in.)87.0 91.0 (3.43 3.58)
Compression Ratio11.0 : 19.5 : 1
Max. Output [SAE-NET]88 kW @ 5200 rpm
(118 HP @ 5200 rpm)
99 kW @ 5200 rpm
(133 HP @ 5200 rpm)
97 kW @ 5200 rpm*
(130 HP @ 5200 rpm)*
Max. Torque [SAE-NET]178 N´m @ 2400 rpm
(131 ft´lbf @ 2400 rpm)
199 N´m @ 4400 rpm
(147 ft´lbf @ 4400 rpm)
197 N´m @ 4400 rpm*
(145 ft´lbf @ 4400 rpm)*
IntakeOpen35 BTDC
Valve
IntakeClose385 ABDC435 ABDCValve
Timing
ExhaustOpen455 BBDCExhaustClose35 AT D C
Fuel Octane Number RON13091
Oil GradeAPI SJ EC or ILSAC
*: California Specification Models
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N´m (ft´lbf)
Torque
Output
200
180
160
140
120140
130
120
110
100
90(HP) kW
130
120
110
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000
Engine Speed (rpm)7
Performance Curve
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FEATURES OF 5S-FNE ENGINE
Features of the 5S-FNE engine are listed below.
Item
Features
Performance
wHigh compression ratio is used.
wHigh lift camshaft is used.
wLow back pressure muffler is used.
Fuel Economy
wHigh compression ratio is used.
wValve spring load has been reduced.
wLow-friction, TiN (titanium nitride) coated valve lifters has been
adopted.
Low Emission
wA fuel injection system containing gas injectors has been adopted.
wBecause the fuel is in the gaseous state, it does not come in contact with
the wall surface, making optimal air-fuel ratio control possible immedi-
ately after the engine has been started.
wPrecision air-fuel ratio feedback control that uses an air-fuel ratio sensor
and a heated oxygen sensor has been adopted.
wTwo catalytic converters designed exclusively for the natural gas engine
have been adopted: the WU-TWC (Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Con-
verter) and the TWC (Three-Way Catalytic Converter).
Other Features
wHighly rigid pistons have been adopted to accommodate the high com-
pression ratio.
wA CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) pressure regulator that precisely reg-
ulates the CNG has been adopted.
wA large-bore delivery pipe and fuel hose with minimal internal conduit
resistance have been adopted.
wThe electro magnetic fuel shut off valve is added on the delivery pipe.
wA fuel pressure sensor that corrects the fuel injection volume and a fuel
temperature sensor have been provided on the delivery pipe.
wThe starting performance of the engine at low temperatures has been en-
sured by increasing the volume of the airflow of the IAC (Idle Air Con-
trol).
wMaterials that excel in wear resistance have been adopted on the valves
and valve seats for both the intake and exhaust.
wRust-resistant spark plugs have been adopted.
wAluminum lining and carbon fiber have been adopted in the fuel tank.
wFor the fuel gauge, a fuel tank fuel temperature sensor and a fuel pipe fuel
pressure sensor have been adopted.
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ENGINE PROPER
1. General
The cylinder head and the pistons have been changed for the CNG application.
2. Cylinder Head
Materials that excel in wear resistance have been adopted on the valve seats for both the intake and
exhaust.
The shape of the holes into which the injectors mount has been changed to accommodate the injectors
designed exclusively for the CNG application.
The shape of water jacket around plug has been modified to prevent the deformation.
3. Piston
To achieve a high compression ratio, the shape of the top of the piston has been changed and pin boss
hole with taper has been adopted.
An additional surface treatment has been provided to improve heat resistance.
The material has been changed to increase rigidity.
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