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Fuel and Emissions Systems
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System Descriptions (cont'dl
Secondary Heated Oxygen Sensor (Secondary HO2S)
The secondary HO2S detects the oxygen content in the
exhaust gas downstream of the three way catalytic
converter (TWC) and sends signals to the ECM which
checks the efficiency of the TWC. To stabilize its output,
the sensor has an internal heater. The secondarv HO2S
is installed in the TWC.
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HEATERTERMINALS
Starting Control
When the engine is started, the ECM provides a rich
mixture by increasing injector duration.
Throttle Position ITP) Sensor
The TP sensor is a potentiometer connected to the
throttle valve shaft. As the throttle position changes, the
sensor varies the signal voltage to the ECM. The TP
sensor is not replaceable apart from the throftle body.
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Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
The VSS is driven by the differential. lt generates apulsed signal from an input of 5 volts. The number ofpulses per minute increases/decreases with the speed
of the vehicle.
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The i-WEC has a VTC (Variable Valve Timing Control) mechanism on the intake camshaft in addition to the usual
VTEC.
This mechanism improves fuel efficiency and reduces exhaust emissions at all Ievels of engine speed, vehicle speed.
and engine load.
The VTEC mechanism changes the valve lift and timing by using more than one cam profile.
The VTC changes the phase of the intake camshaft via oil pressure. lt changes the intake valve timing continuously.
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LOW <-ENGINE SPEED
Drivino ConditionVTC ControlDescriDtion
Qr Light-loadBase PositionCam angle is retarded to reduce the entry of exhaust
gas into the intake port and to achieve stable fuel
consumDtion durinq lean bu rn.
?l M ed iu m/h ig h-loadAdvance ControlCam angle is advanced for EGR effect and to reduce
this pumping loss. The intake valve is closed quickly
to help reduce the entry of airlfuel mixture into the
intake port and improve the charging effect.
€) High speedAdvance-Base PositionCam phase angle is controlled for optimum valve
timinq and maximum enoine oower.
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Fuel and Emissions Systems
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VTC system. The VTC system makes continuous intake valve timing changes based on operating conditions.. Intake valve timing is optimized to allow the engine to produce maximum power.'CamangleisadvancedtoobtaintheEGReffectandreducethepumpingloss.Theintakevalveisclosedquicklyto
reduce the entry of the airlfuel mixture into the intake port and improve the charging effect.. Cam angle is reduced at idle to stabilize combustion and reduces engine speed.'lfamalfunctionoccurs,theVTCsystemcontrol is disabled and the valve timing is fixed at the fully retarded position.
MAXIMUM VTC ADVANCE 50'
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VTEC system' The VTEC system changes the cam profile to correspond to engine speed. lt maximizes torque at low engine speedand output at high engine speed.. The low lift cam is used at low engine speeds, and the high lift cam is used at high engine speeds.
LOW SPEED VALVE TIMINGHIGH SPEED VALVE TIMING
TDC
MAXIMUM VTC ADVANCE 50'
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System Diagram
INTAKE
CMP SENSOR A
BRN/YELBLU/WHT
BLU/WHT
BLK/WHT
GRN/YEL
BLU/BLK
From No. ilACC {10A) fuse
VARIOUSSENSORS
CAMSHAFT -:-
BLK
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Camshaft Position {CMP} Sensor
The CMP sensor detects camshaft angle position for the VTC system.
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System Descriptions (cont'd)
ldle Control System
When the engine is cold, the Ay'C compressor is on, the
transmission is in gear, the brake pedal is pressed. thepower steering load is high, or the alternator is
charging, the ECIM controls current to the ldle Air
Control (lAC) valve to maintain the correct idle speed.
Refer to the System Diagram to see the functional
layout of the system.
Brake Pedal Position Switch
The brake pedal position switch signals the ECM when
the brake pedal is oressed.
Electrical Power Steering (EPS) Senser
The EPS sensor signals the ECM when the power
steering load is high.
ldle Air Control llACl Valve
To maintain the proper idle speed, the IAC valve
changes the amount of air bypassing the throttle body
in response to an electrical signal from the ECM.
From AIR To INTAKECLEANER MANIFOLD
IAC VALVE
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Fuel Supply System
Fuel Cut-off Control
During deceleration with the throttle valve closed,
current to the injectors is cut off to improve fuel
economy at engine speeds over 1,030 rpm. Fuel cut-off
action also occurs when engine speed exceeds
6,900 rpm, regardless of the position of the throttle
valve, to protect the engine from over-rewing. When
the vehicle is stopped. the ECM cuts the fuel at engine
speeds over 6,500 rpm.
Fuel Pump Control
When the ignition is turned on, the ECM grounds the
PGM-Fl main relay which feeds current to the fuel pump
for 2 seconds to pressurize the fuel system, With the
engine running. the ECM grounds the PGM-Fl main
relay and feeds current to the fuel pump. When the
engine is not running and the ignition is on, the ECI\4
cuts ground to the PGM-Fl main relay which cuts
current to the fuel pump.
PGM-FI Main Relay 1 and 2
The PGM-Fl main relay consists of two separate relays.
Relay 1 is energized whenever the ignition switch is ON(ll) to supply battery voltage to the ECM power to the
injectors, and power for relay, Relay 2 is energized to
supply power to the fuel pump for 2 seconds when the
ignition switch is turned ON (ll), and when the engine is
runnrng.

PGM-FI System
Component Location Index
CAMSHAFT POS]TION {CMP) SENSOR B(TOP DEAD CENTER (TDC}SENSORITroubleshootina. oaoe 1 1-95Replacement, p;ge 1-1.1 14
ELECTRICAL LOADDETECTOR {ELDITroubleshooting,page 1'l -92
INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE{IATI SENSORTroubleshooting,page 'l'l-55
Replacement, page 11-'l 15
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KNOCK SENSORTroubleshooting, page 1 1-77Beplacement, page 11 115
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE(ECTI SENSORTroubleshooting, page 1 1-57Replacement, page 11 114
MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE PRESSURE(MAP) SENSORTroubleshooting, page 1 1-52
THROTTLE POSITIONITP} SENSORTroubleshooting, page 11-60CRANKSHAFT POSITIONICKPISENSORTroubleshooting, page'l 1-78Beplacement, page 1 1-'l 16
AIR FUEL RATIO {A/F)SENSOR ISENSOR 1}Trorrbleshooting, page 1 1-84Replacement, page 11- 1 13
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PGM-FI System
aDTG Troubleshootang (cont'dl
DTC P0128: Cooling System Malfunction
NOTE; lf the DTCS listed below are stored at the same
time as DTC P0128. troubleshoot those DTCS first, thenrecheck for P0128.
P0107, P0108, P1128, P1129: N4anifold absolutepressure (MAP) sensor
P] I06, P1 107, P1 108: Barometric pressure (BARO)
sensor
P1259: VTEC system
P01 16, P01 17, P01 18: Engine coolant temperature (ECT)
sensor
P01 12, P01 13: Intake air temperature (lAT) sensor
P0500: Vehicle speed sensor {VSS)P0335, P0336: Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor
P0300: Random misfire
P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304: No. 1, No. 2, No.3 or No.4
cylinder misfire
P0505: ldle control system malfunction
P1519: ldle air control (lAC)valve
DTC P0128 can occasionally set when the hood is
opened while the engine is running.
1. Check the engine coolant level
Is the engine coolant level low?
VES Refill the engine coolant. lf necessary, repair
the coolant leakage.l
NO Go to step 2.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll), and make sure the
A,/C is off.
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3. Check the radiator fan.
Does the tadiator fan keep running?
YES Checkthe rad iato r fan circuit (see page 10-
14), the radiator fan switch circuit (Short) (see page
10-'16), and the radiator fan switch (see page 10-17).
Also, inspect the ECT and IAT circuits and terminal
connections. lf the circuits, the switch, and the
connections are OK, update the ECI\4 if it does not
have the latest software. or substitute a known-good ECM, then recheck (see page 1 1-6). lf the
symptom/indication goes away with a known-good
ECM, replace the original ECM.I
NO Replace the thermostat (see page 10-8).1

DTC P0134: Ay'F Sensor (Sensor 1) No Activity
Detected
1. Check the attachment state of the A,/F sensor(Sensor 1).
ls it slacked f rom the exhaust pipe?
YES- Reinstall the Ay'F sensor (Seneor 1) (see page
11-113).t
NO-Go to step 2.
2. Reset the ECM (see page 1 1-4).
3. Stan the engine. Hold the engine speed at
3,000rpm with no load (in neutral) until the radiator
fan comes on, then let it idle for 2 minute.
ls DTC PO134 indicated?
YES-Replace the Ay'F sensor {Seneor 1) (see page
11-113).t
NO - Intermittent failu re, sistem is OK at this time.
Check for poor connections or loose terminals at
the Ay'F sensor (Seneor 1 ) and the ECM.I
DTC P0137: Secondary HO2S (Sensor 2)
Circuit Low Voltage
1. Reset the ECM (see page I1-4)
2. Start the engine. Hold the engine at 3,000 rpm wilh
no load (in neutral) until the radiator fan comes on.
3. Check the secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) output
voltage at 3,000 rpm with the scan tool.
ls there 0.3 V or less?
YES Go to step 4.
NO-lntermittent failure, system is OK at this time.
Check for poor connections or loose terminals at
the secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) and at the ECM.I
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect the secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) 4P
connector.
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
Check the secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) output
voltage with the scan tool.
ls there 0.3 V or less?
YES Go to step 8.
NO Replace the secondary HO2S (Sensor 2).1
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect ECM connector E (31P).
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