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6-1-32 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE)
Improper engine idling
or engine fails to idleFaulty spark plug Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor Ignition coil in Section 6F2.
Fuel pressure out of specification “DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Engine overheating Refer to “OVERHEATING” in this
table.
Maladjusted TP sensor installation angle if
adjustableTP sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty idle air control system “DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-4” in this
section.
Faulty FIA (fast idle air) valve FIA valve in Section 6E2.
Faulty evaporative emission control system EVAP control system in Section
6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty injector Fuel injection in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECT sensor, TP sensor or MAF sensor ECT sensor, TP sensor or MAF
sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Refer to the same item in “HARD
STARTING” of this table.
Malfunctioning PCV valve PCV system inspection in Section
6E2.
Engine hesitates
(Momentary lack of
response as the accel-
erator is depressed.
Can occur at all vehi-
cle speeds.
Usually most severe
when first trying to
make the vehicle
move, as from a stop
sign.)Spark plug faulty or plug gap as out of adjust-
mentSpark plugs in Section 6F2.
Fuel pressure out of specification
(clogged fuel filter, faulty fuel pressure regula-
tor, clogged fuel filter, hose or pipe)“DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Engine overheating Refer to “OVERHEATING” in this
table.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF sensor TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF
sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Refer to the same item in “HARD
STARTING” of this table. Condition Possible Cause Correction
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ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-33
Surges
(Engine power varia-
tion under steady
throttle or cruise.
Feels like the vehicle
speeds up and down
with no change in the
accelerator pedal.)Defective spark plug
(excess carbon deposits, improper gap, and
burned electrodes, etc.)Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Variable fuel pressure
(clogged fuel filter, kinky or damaged fuel hose
and line, faulty fuel pressure regulator)“DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty MAF sensor MAF sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Excessive detonation
(The engine makes
sharp metallic knocks
that change with throt-
tle opening. Sounds
like pop corn pop-
ping.)Engine overheating Refer to “OVERHEATING” in this
table.
Faulty spark plug Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Improper ignition timing Ignition timing in Section 6F2.
Clogged fuel filter and fuel lines Fuel pressure check in Section
6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty ECT sensor or MAF sensor ECT sensor or MAF sensor in Sec-
tion 6E2.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Excessive carbon deposits in combustion
chamberPiston and cylinder head cleaning
in Section 6A2.
Poor knock sensor performance “DTC P0325 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Overheating
Inoperative thermostat Thermostat in Section 6B.
Poor water pump performance Water pump in Section 6B.
Clogged or leaky radiator Radiator in Section 6B.
Improper engine oil grade Engine oil and oil filter change in
Section 0B.
Clogged oil filter or oil strainer Oil pressure check in Section 6A2.
Poor oil pump performance Oil pressure check in Section 6A2.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis in Section 7C1.
Blown cylinder head gasket Cylinder head inspection in Section
6A2. Condition Possible Cause Correction
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6-1-34 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE)
Poor gasoline mileage
Faulty spark plug (improper gap, heavy depos-
its, and burned electrodes, etc.)Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Fuel pressure out of specification “DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF sensor TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF
sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Refer to the same item in “HARD
STARTING” of this table.
Poor valve seating Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis in Section 7C1.
Thermostat out of order Thermostat in Section 6B.
Improper tire pressure Diagnosis in Section 3.
Excessive engine oil
consumptionSticky piston ring Piston cleaning in Section 6A2.
Worn piston and cylinder Cylinders, pistons and piston rings
inspection in Section 6A2.
Worn piston ring groove and ring Pistons and piston rings inspection
in Section 6A2.
Improper location of piston ring gap Pistons installation in Section 6A2.
Worn or damaged valve stem seal Valves and cylinder head in Sec-
tion 6A2.
Worn valve stem Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Low oil pressure
Improper oil viscosity Engine oil and oil filter change in
Section 0B.
Malfunctioning oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch inspection in
Section 8.
Clogged oil strainer Oil pan and oil pump strainer clean-
ing in Section 6A2.
Functional deterioration of oil pump Oil pump in Section 6A2.
Worn oil pump relief valve Oil pump in Section 6A2.
Excessive clearance in various sliding parts “INSPECTION” for each parts in
Section 6A2. Condition Possible Cause Correction
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6A2-36 ENGINE MECHANICAL (H27 ENGINE)
Special Tool
09911-97810 09913-75510 09915-47310 09915-64510
Oil seal installer Bearing installer Oil filter wrench Compression gauge
09915-64530 09915-67010 09915-67310 09915-77310
Compression gauge hose Compression gauge
attachment (c)Vacuum gauge Oil pressure gauge
09916-14510 09916-14910 09916-34541 09916-37810
Valve lifter Valve lifter attachment Reamer handle Reamer (6 mm)
09916-38210 09916-44910 09916-58210 09916-77310
Reamer (11 mm) Valve guide remover Valve guide installer han-
dlePiston ring compressor
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ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (SEQUENTIAL MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION FOR H27 ENGINE) 6E2-5
1. Air cleaner 22. Fuel level sensor 39. A/C controller (if equipped)
2. Intake air temp. sensor 23. Monitor connector (if equipped) 40. Data link connector/Immobilizer control mod-
ule (if equipped)
3. Mass air flow sensor 23-1. Diag. switch terminal 41. ABS control module
4. EVAP canister purge valve 23-2. Test switch terminal 42. Main relay
5. Throttle position sensor 23-3. Output duty select switch terminal 43. Ignition switch
6. Idle air control valve 23-4. Duty output terminal 44. Park/Neutral position switch in TR switch (A/T)
7. Camshaft position sensor 24. Fuel filter 45. Battery
8. EGR valve 25. Fuel pressure regulator 46. Starter magnetic switch
9. Manifold absolute pressure sensor
(if equipped)26. Immobilizer indicator lamp (if equipped) 47.“O/D OFF” lamp (A/T)
10. Fuel injector 27. Tank pressure control valve 48.“POWER” lamp (A/T)
11. PCV valve 28. EVAP canister 49. Lighting switch (A/T)
12. Ignition coil assembly 29. Knock sensor 50. Stop lamp switch (A/T)
13. Engine coolant temperature sensor 30. ECM/PCM (Engine control module/Powertrain con-
trol module)51. O/D cut switch (A/T)
14. Heated oxygen sensor
(bank 1 sensor 1) (if equipped)31. Malfunction indicator lamp 52. POWER/NORMAL change switch (A/T)
15. Heated oxygen sensor
(bank 2 sensor 1) (if equipped)32. Electric loads (rear defogger (if equipped), lighting) 53. 4WD low switch (A/T)
16. Heated oxygen sensor
(bank 1 sensor 2) (if equipped)33. Power steering pressure switch 54. Transmission range switch (A/T)
17. Heated oxygen sensor
(bank 2 sensor 2) (if equipped)34. Heater blower fan switch 55. Solenoid valve A (A/T)
18. Warm-up three way catalytic converter
(if equipped)35. Cruise control module 56. Solenoid valve B (A/T)
19. Three way catalytic converter
(if equipped)36. Vehicle speed sensor 57. TCC solenoid valve (A/T)
20. Crankshaft position sensor
(if equipped)37. Combination meter 58. A/T input speed sensor (A/T)
21. Fuel pump 38. A/C condenser fan relay (if equipped) 59. A/T vehicle (output) speed sensor (A/T)