2004 ISUZU TF SERIES fuel type

ENGINE MECHANICAL (6VE1 3.5L) 6A-3
General Description
Engine Cleanliness And Care
An automobile engine is a combination of many
machined, honed, polished and lapped surfaces with
tolerances that are measured in the thousandths of a
millimeter (ten thousandths of an inch). Accordingly,
when any internal engine parts are serviced, care and
cleanliness are important. Throughout this section, i
t
should be understood that proper cleaning and
protection of machined surfaces and friction areas is
part of the repair procedure. This is considered
standard shop practice even if not specifically stated.


A liberal coating of engine oil should be applied to
all friction areas during assembly to protect and
lubricate the surfaces on initial operation.

Whenever valve train components, pistons, piston
rings, connecting rods, rod bearings, and
crankshaft journal bearings are removed fo
r
service, they should be retained in order.


At the time of installation, they should be installed
in the same locations and with the same mating
surfaces as when removed.

Battery cables should be disconnected before any
major work is performed on the engine. Failure to
disconnect cables may result in damage to wire
harness or other electrical parts.

The six cylinders of this engine are identified by
numbers; Right side cylinders 1, 3 and 5, Left side
cylinders 2, 4 and 6, as counted from crankshaf
t
pulley side to flywheel side.
General Information on Engine Service
The following information on engine service should be
noted carefully, as it is important in preventing damage
and contributing to reliable engine performance.

When raising or supporting the engine for any
reason, do not use a jack under the oil pan. Due to
the small clearance between the oil pan and the oil
pump strainer, jacking against the oil pan may
cause damage to the oil pick-up unit.

The 12-volt electrical system is capable o
f
damaging circuits. When performing any work
where electrical terminals could possibly be
grounded, the ground cable of the battery should
be disconnected at the battery.


Any time the intake air duct or air cleaner is
removed, the intake opening should be covered.
This will protect against accidental entrance o
f
foreign material into the cylinder which could
cause extensive damage when the engine is
started.
Cylinder Block
The cylinder block is made of aluminum die-cast casting
for 75Vtype six cylinders. It has a rear plate integrated
structure and employs a deep skirt. The cylinder liner is
cast and the liner inner diameter and crankshaft journal
diameter are classified into grades. The crankshaft is
supported by four bearings of which width is differen
t
between No.2, No.3 and No.1, No.4; the width of No.3
bearing on the body side is different in order to suppor
t
the thrust bearing. The bearing cap is made of nodular
cast iron and each bearing cap uses four bolts and two
side bolts.
Cylinder Head
The cylinder head, made of aluminum alloy casting
employs a pent-roof type combustion chamber with a
spark plug in the center. The intake and exhaust valves
are placed in V-type design. The ports are cross-flo
w
type.
Valve Train
Intake and exhaust camshaft on the both side of banks
are driven through an camshaft drive gear by timing
belt. The valves are operated by the camshaft and the
valve clearance is adjusted to select suitable thickness
shim.
Intake Manifold
The intake manifold system is composed of the
aluminum cast common chamber and intake manifold
attached with six fuel injectors.
Exhaust Manifold
The exhaust manifold is made of nodular cast iron.
Pistons and Connecting Rods
Aluminum pistons are used after selecting the grade
that meets the cylinder bore diameter. Each piston has
two compression rings and one oil ring. The piston pin
made of chromium steel is offset 1mm toward the thrus
t
side, and the thrust pressure of piston to the cylinder
wall varies gradually as the piston travels. The
connecting rods are made of forged steel. The
connecting rod bearings are graded for correct size
selection.
Crankshaft and Bearings
The crankshaft is made of Ductile cast-iron. Pins and
journals are graded for correct size selection for thei
r
bearing.
Engine Control Module (ECM)
The ECM location is on the common charmber.

ENGINE MECHANICAL (6VE1 3.5L) 6A-7
Rough Engine Running
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Engine misfires periodically Ignition coil layer shorted Replace
Spark plugs fouling Clean or install hotter type plug
Spark plug(s) insulator nose leaking Replace
Fuel injector(s) defective Replace
Engine control module faulty Replace
Engine knocks periodically Spark plugs running too hot Install colder type spark plugs
Engine control module faulty Replace
Engine lacks power Spark plugs fouled Clean
Fuel injectors defective Replace
Mass Airflow Sensor or Intake Airflow
Sensor circuit defective Correct or replace
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
or Engine Coolant Temperature
Sensor circuit defective Correct or replace
Engine Control Module faulty Replace
Intake Air Temperature Sensor or
Intake Air Temperature Sensor circuit
defective Correct or replace
Throttle Position Sensor or Throttle
Position Sensor circuit defective Correct or replace

6C-4 ENGINE FUEL (6VE1 3.5L)
Fuel Filter
Removal
CAUTION: When repair to the fuel system has been
completed, start engine and check the fuel system
for loose connection or leakage. For the fuel system
diagnosis, see Section “Driveability and Emission".
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Loosen slowly the fuel filler cap.
NOTE: To prevent spouting out fuel to change the
pressure in the fuel tank.
NOTE: Cover opening of the filler neck to prevent any
dust entering.
3. Disconnect the quick connector into the fuel tube
from the fuel filter.
NOTE: Cover the quick connector to prevent any dus
t
entering and fuel leaking.
NOTE: Refer to “Fuel Tube/Quick Connector Fittings” in
this section when performing any repairs.
4. Pull off fuel filter from holder to side member side.
Inspection
1. Replace the fuel filter if the fuel leaks from fuel filter
body or if the fuel filter body itself is damaged.
2. Replace the filter if it is clogged with dirt o
r
sediment.
Installation
1. Install the filter to holder from side member side.
NOTE: Attend direction of fuel filter. (1) to engine side
(2) to fuel tank side.
NOTE: Verify to hang holder hook to fuel filter.


NOTE: Verify to hang holder hook to fuel filter.




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2. Connect the quick connector from the fuel tube to
the fuel filter.
NOTE: Pull of the left checker into the fuel pipe.
NOTE: Refer to “Fuel Tube/Quick Connector Fittings” in
this section when performing any repairs.
3. Tighten fuel filler cap until at least one click are
heard.
4. Connect the battery ground cable.
Inspection
After installation, start engine and check for fuel
leakage.
In–Tank Fuel Filter
The filter is located on the lower end of fuel pickup tube
in the fuel tank. It prevents dirt from entering the fuel
pipe and also stops water unless the filter is completely
submerged in the water. It is a selfcleaning type, no
t
requiring scheduled maintenance. Excess water and
sediment in the tank restricts fuel supply to the engine,
resulting in engine stoppage. In such a case, the tank
must be cleaned thoroughly.

6C-14 ENGINE FUEL (6VE1 3.5L)
Fuel Filler Cap
General Description
A vacuum valve and pressure valve are built into the
fuel filler cap which adjusts the fuel pressure in the fuel
tank to prevent fuel tank damage.



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Legend
(1) Pressure Valve
(2) Vacuum Valve
(3) Seal Ring

Inspection
The fuel filler cap must be inspected for seal condition.
The fuel filler cap must be replaced if found defective
CAUTION: A replacement fuel filler cap must be the
same as the original. The fuel filler cap valve was
designed primarily for this application and must be
replaced with the same type or decreased engine
performance may occur.

6D2-4 IGNITION SYSTEM (6VE1 3.5L)
Spark Plug
Inspection
Poor spark plug condition adversely affects engine
performance. Carefully inspect each spark plug
following the procedure outlined below.
1. Remove the spark plug.
2. Check the plug for dirt and other foreign material.
If the plug is extremely dirty, the fuel and electrical
systems must be checked.
3. If necessary, clean the spark plugs by placing them
in a spark plug cleaning machine for no more than
20 seconds.
4. Check the electrode and insulator for wear and/o
r
cracking. If there is significant wear or cracking, the
plug must be replaced.
5. Check the gasket for damage. Replace the gasket i
f
necessary.
6. Measure the insulation resistance with a 500-vol
t
megaohm meter. Replace the plug if the resistance
is less than the specified value.
Insulation resistance: 50 M





or more




011RS010

7. Check the spark plug gap. Replace the spark plug
the if gap is not as specified.
Standard: 1.0–1.1 mm (0.04–0.043 in)
Limit: 1.3 mm (0.05 in)





011RS011
 Do not attempt to adjust the gap of an old spark
plug. Replace the plug and adjust the gap of the
new plug if required.
 Take care not to damage the spark plug tip
during handling.
8. Tighten the spark plugs to the specified torque.
Torque: 18 N




m (1.8 kg




m/13 lb ft)
Replacement spark plugs
 Under normal conditions (no problem with the fuel
and/or electrical systems), use replacement spark
plugs with a low heat value (hot-type plug).
 If insulator and electrode scorching is significant,
use replacement spark plugs with a high heat value
(cold-type plug).

6E-2 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Visual/Physical Engine Compartment
Inspection ...................................................... 6E-74
Basic Knowledge of Tools Required............... 6E-71
Serial Data Communications .......................... 6E-71
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) ........................... 6E-71
Comprehensive Component Monitor
Diagnostic Operation ..................................... 6E-71
The Diagnostic Executive ............................... 6E-72
Verifying Vehicle Repair ................................. 6E-73
Reading Flash Diagnostic Trouble Codes ...... 6E-73
Reading Diagnostic Trouble Codes Using
a Tech 2......................................................... 6E-73
On-Board Diagnosis (Self-Diagnosis)............. 6E-74
Diagnosis with Tech 2 .................................... 6E-75
TYPICAL SCAN DATA & DEFINITIONS
(ENGINE DATA) ............................................... 6E-79
TYPICAL SCAN DATA & DEFINITIONS
(O2 SENSOR DATA)........................................ 6E-81
MISCELLANEOUS TEST .................................. 6E-83
PLOTTING SNAPSHOT GRAPH ...................... 6E-85
Plotting Graph Flow Chart (Plotting graph
after obtaining vehicle information)................ 6E-86
Flow Chart for Snapshot Replay
(Plotting Graph) ............................................. 6E-87
SNAPSHOT DISPLAY WITH TIS2000.............. 6E-88
SERVICE PROGRAMMING SYSTEM (SPS).... 6E-91
HOW TO USE BREAKER BOX ........................ 6E-94
ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
CHECK ............................................................. 6E-97
NO CHECK ENGINE LAMP (MIL)..................... 6E-101
CHECK ENGINE LAMP (MIL) "ON" STEADY ... 6E-104
FUEL INJECTOR COIL TEST PROCEDURE
AND FUEL INJECTOR BALANCE
TEST PROCEDURE ......................................... 6E-106
FUEL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL TEST ................ 6E-111
FUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS ............................. 6E-116
A/C SYSTEM CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS ................ 6E-122
ECM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) 6E-130
MULTIPLE DTC SETS TROUBLESHOOTING
AIDS ................................................................. 6E-142
DTC P0101 (FLASH CODE 61) MASS
AIR FLOW SENSOR CIRCUIT
RANGE/PERFORMANCE ................................ 6E-146
DTC P0102 (FLASH CODE 61) MASS
AIR FLOW SENSOR CIRCUIT LOW INPUT ... 6E-149
DTC P0103 (FLASH CODE 61) MASS
AIR FLOW SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH INPUT .. 6E-154
DTC P0112 (FLASH CODE 23) INTAKE AIR
TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR LOW
INPUT ............................................................... 6E-158 DTC P0113 (FLASH CODE 23) INTAKE AIR
TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR HIGH
INPUT ............................................................... 6E-163
DTC P0117 (FLASH CODE 14) ENGINE
COOLANT TEMPERATURER (ECT)
SENSOR LOW INPUT ..................................... 6E-168
DTC P0118 (FLASH CODE 14) ENGINE
COOLANT TEMPERATURER (ECT)
SENSOR HIGH INPUT..................................... 6E-173
DTC P0121 (FLASH CODE 21) THROTTLE
POSITION SENSOR (TPS) CIRCUIT
RANGE/PERFORMANCE ................................ 6E-179
DTC P0122 (FLASH CODE 21) THROTTLE
POSITION SENSOR (TPS) CIRCUIT
LOW INPUT ..................................................... 6E-183
DTC P0123 (FLASH CODE 21) THROTTLE
POSITION SENSOR (TPS) CIRCUIT
HIGH INPUT ..................................................... 6E-188
DTC P0131 (FLASH CODE 15) O2 SENSOR
CIRCUIT LOW VOLTAGE
(BANK 1 SENSOR 1) ....................................... 6E-193
DTC P0151 (FLASH CODE 15) O2 SENSOR
CIRCUIT LOW VOLTAGE
(BANK 2 SENSOR 1) ....................................... 6E-193
DTC P0132 (FLASH CODE 15) O2 SENSOR
CIRCUIT HIGH VOLTAGE
(BANK 1 SENSOR 1) ....................................... 6E-201
DTC P0152 (FLASH CODE 15) O2
SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH VOLTAGE
(BANK 2 SENSOR 1) ....................................... 6E-201
DTC P0134 (FLASH CODE 15) O2 SENSOR
CIRCUIT NO ACTIVITY DETECTED
(BANK 1 SENSOR 1) ....................................... 6E-207
DTC P0154 (FLASH CODE 15) O2 SENSOR
CIRCUIT NO ACTIVITY
DETECTED (BANK 2 SENSOR 1) ................... 6E-207
DTC P0171 (FLASH CODE 44) O2 SENSOR
SYSTEM TOO LEAN (BANK 1) ....................... 6E-211
DTC P0174 (FLASH CODE 44) O2 SENSOR
SYSTEM TOO LEAN (BANK 2) ....................... 6E-211
DTC P0172 (FLASH CODE 45) O2 SENSOR
SYSTEM TOO RICH (BANK 1) ........................ 6E-216
DTC P0175 (FLASH CODE 45) O2 SENSOR
SYSTEM TOO RICH (BANK 2) ........................ 6E-216
DTC P1171 (FLASH CODE 44) FUEL
SUPPLY SYSTEM LEAN DURING POWER
ENRICHMENT (TYPE A) ................................. 6E-221
DTC P1172 (FLASH CODE 44) FUEL SUPPLY
SYSTEM LEAN DURING POWER
ENRICHMENT (TYPE B) ................................. 6E-221

3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS 6E-53
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve








Step
CoilAB CD
Coil A High
(EC M B13)On On
Coil A Low
(EC M B16)On On
Coil B High
(EC M B14)On On
Coil B Low
(EC M B17)On On

(IAC Valve Close Direction)
(IAC Valve Open Direction)



The idle air control valve (IAC) valve is two directional
and gives 2-way control. It has a stepping moto
r
capable of 256 steps, and also has 2 coils. With power
supply to the coils controlled steps by the engine control
module (ECM), the IAC valve's pintle is moved to adjus
t
idle speed, raising it for fast idle when cold or there is
extra load from the air conditioning or power steering.
By moving the pintle in (to decrease air flow) or out (to
increase air flow), a controlled amount of the air can
move around the throttle plate. If the engine speed is
too low, the engine control module (ECM) will retract the
IAC pintle, resulting in more air moving past the throttle
plate to increase the engine speed.
If the engine speed is too high, the engine control
module (ECM) will extend the IAC pintle, allowing less
air to move past the throttle plate, decreasing the
engine speed.

The IAC pintle valve moves in small step called counts.
During idle, the proper position of the IAC pintle is
calculated by the engine control module (ECM) based
on battery voltage, coolant temperature, engine load,
and engine speed.
If the engine speed drops below a specified value, and
the throttle plate is closed, the engine control module
(ECM) senses a near-stall condition. The engine control
module (ECM) will then calculate a new IAC pintle valve
position to prevent stalls. If the IAC valve is disconnected and reconnected with
the engine running, the idle speed will be wrong. In this
case, the IAC must be reset. The IAC resets when the
key is cycled "On" then "Off". When servicing the IAC, i
t
should only be disconnected or connected with the
ignition "Off".
The position of the IAC pintle valve affects engine start-
up and the idle characteristic of the vehicle.
If the IAC pintle is fully open, too much air will be
allowed into the manifold. This results in high idle
speed, along with possible hard starting and lean
air/fuel ratio.

Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor








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(1) Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor
(2) EGR Valve


With the use of sequential multi-point fuel injection, a
hall element type camshaft position (CMP) is adopted to
provide information to be used in making decisions on
injection timing to each cylinder. It is mounted on the
rear of the left-hand cylinder head and sends signals to
the ECM.
One pulse is generated per two rotations of crankshaft.

6E-70 3.5L ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Fuel Quality
Fuel quality is not a new issue for the automotive
industry, but its potential for turning on the MIL (“Check
Engine" lamp) with OBD systems is new.
Fuel additives such as “dry gas" and “octane
enhancers" may affect the performance of the fuel. The
Reed Vapor Pressure of the fuel can also create
problems in the fuel system, especially during the spring
and fall months when severe ambient temperature
swings occur. A high Reed Vapor Pressure could sho
w
up as a Fuel Trim DTC due to excessive canister
loading. High vapor pressures generated in the fuel
tank can also affect the Evaporative Emission
diagnostic as well.
Using fuel with the wrong octane rating for your vehicle
may cause driveability problems. Many of the majo
r
fuel companies advertise that using “premium" gasoline
will improve the performance of your vehicle. Mos
t
premium fuels use alcohol to increase the octane rating
of the fuel. Although alcohol-enhanced fuels may raise
the octane rating, the fuel's ability to turn into vapor in
cold temperatures deteriorates. This may affect the
starting ability and cold driveability of the engine.
Low fuel levels can lead to fuel starvation, lean engine
operation, and eventually engine misfire.
Non-OEM Parts
All of the OBD diagnostics have been calibrated to run
with OEM parts.
Aftermarket electronics, such as cellular phones,
stereos, and anti-theft devices, may radiate EMI into the
control system if they are improperly installed. This may
cause a false sensor reading and turn on the MIL
(“Check Engine" lamp).
Environment
Temporary environmental conditions, such as localized
flooding, will have an effect on the vehicle ignition
system. If the ignition system is rain-soaked, it can
temporarily cause engine misfire and turn on the MIL
(“Check Engine" lamp).
Vehicle Marshaling
The transportation of new vehicles from the assembly
plant to the dealership can involve as many as 60 key
cycles within 5Km miles of driving. This type o
f
operation contributes to the fuel fouling of the spark
plugs and will turn on the MIL (“Check Engine" lamp).

Poor Vehicle Maintenance
The sensitivity of OBD diagnostics will cause the MIL
(“Check Engine" lamp) to turn on if the vehicle is no
t
maintained properly. Restricted air filters, fuel filters,
and crankcase deposits due to lack of oil changes o
r
improper oil viscosity can trigger actual vehicle faults
that were not previously monitored prior to OBD. Poo
r
vehicle maintenance can not be classified as a
“non-vehicle fault", but with the sensitivity of OBD
diagnostics, vehicle maintenance schedules must be
more closely followed.
Severe Vibration
The Misfire diagnostic measures small changes in the
rotational speed of the crankshaft. Severe driveline
vibrations in the vehicle, such as caused by an
excessive amount of mud on the wheels, can have the
same effect on crankshaft speed as misfire.
Related System Faults
Many of the OBD system diagnostics will not run if the
ECM detects a fault on a related system or component.
One example would be that if the ECM detected a
Misfire fault, the diagnostics on the catalytic converte
r
would be suspended until Misfire fault was repaired. If
the Misfire fault was severe enough, the catalytic
converter could be damaged due to overheating and
would never set a Catalyst DTC until the Misfire faul
t
was repaired and the Catalyst diagnostic was allowed to
run to completion. If this happens, the customer may
have to make two trips to the dealership in order to
repair the vehicle.
Maintenance Schedule
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule.
Visual/Physical Engine Compartment
Inspection
Perform a careful visual and physical engine
compartment inspection when performing any
diagnostic procedure or diagnosing the cause of an
emission test failure. This can often lead to repairing a
problem without further steps. Use the following
guidelines when performing a visual/physical inspection:

Inspect all vacuum hoses for punches, cuts,
disconnects, and correct routing.

Inspect hoses that are difficult to see behind othe
r
components.

Inspect all wires in the engine compartment fo
r
proper connections, burned or chafed spots, pinched
wires, contact with sharp edges or contact with ho
t
exhaust manifolds or pipes.