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4. Connect 200 Ω resister to the engine coolant temperature sensor
harness connector.
5. Start engine and make sure that cooling fan operates at middle speed.
Be careful not to overheat engine.
If NG, go to EC-1177, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
If OK, go to the following step.
6. Turn ignition switch OFF.
7. Disconnect 200 Ω resister from engine coolant temperature sen-
sor harness connector.
8. Connect 150 Ω resistor to engine coolant temperature sensor
harness connector.
9. Start engine and make sure that cooling fan operates at higher speed than middle speed.
Be careful not to overheat engine.
10. If NG, go to EC-1177, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
PBIB0965E
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4. CHECK COOLING FAN MIDDLE SPEED OPERATION
Without CONSULT-II
1. Disconnect engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector.
2. Connect 200 Ω resistor to engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector.
3. Start engine and let it idle.
4. Make sure that cooling fan operates.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check cooling fan middle speed control circuit. (Go to
EC-1179, "
PROCEDURE A" .)
5. CHECK COOLING FAN HIGH SPEED OPERATION
Without CONSULT-II
1. Disconnect 200 Ω resister to the engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector.
2. Connect 150 Ω resistor to engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector.
3. Start engine and let it idle.
4. Make sure that cooling fan operates at higher speed than middle speed.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Check cooling fan control circuit. (Go to EC-1181,
"PROCEDURE B" .)
6. CHECK COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAK
Apply pressure to the cooling system with a tester, and check if the
pressure drops.
CAUTION:
Higher than the specified pressure may cause radiator damage.
Pressure should not drop.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Check the following for leak. Refer to CO-38, "
LEAK
CHECK" .

Hose

Radiator

Water pump
PBIB0965E
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Testing pressure: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2 , 23 psi)
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7. CHECK RADIATOR CAP
Apply pressure to cap with a tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Replace radiator cap.
8. CHECK COMPONENT PARTS
Check the following.

Thermostat. (Refer to CO-53, "THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE" .)

Water control valve. (Refer to CO-53, "THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE" .)

Engine coolant temperature sensor. (Refer to EC-884, "Component Inspection" .)
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 9.
NG >> Replace malfunctioning component.
9. CHECK MAIN 13 CAUSES
If the cause cannot be isolated, go to EC-1181, "
Main 13 Causes of Overheating" .
>> INSPECTION END
PROCEDURE A
1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connector E6.
3. Check voltage between IPDM E/R terminal 16 and ground with CONSULT-II or tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.

40A fusible link

Harness for open or short between IPDM E/R and battery
>> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
Radiator cap
relief pressure: 59 - 98 kPa (0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm
2 , 9 - 14 psi)
SLC755A
Voltage: Battery voltage
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PROCEDURE B
1. CHECK COOLING FAN MOTOR CIRCUIT FOR OPEN OR SHORT
1. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connector E6.
2. Disconnect cooling fan motor harness connector.
3. Check harness continuity between cooling fan motor terminal 1 and IPDM E/R terminal 11.
Refer to wiring diagram.
4. Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power
in harness or connectors.
2. CHECK COOLING FAN MOTOR
Refer to EC-1182, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Replace cooling fan motor.
3. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Perform EC-811, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
OK or NG
OK >> Replace IPDM E/R. Refer to PG-17, "IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MOD-
ULE ENGINE ROOM)" .
NG >> Repair or replace harness connectors.
Main 13 Causes of OverheatingNBS004CY
Continuity should exist.
PBIB1493E
Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
OFF 1

Blocked radiator

Blocked condenser

Blocked radiator grille

Blocked bumper

Visual No blocking —
2

Coolant mixture
Coolant tester 50 - 50% coolant mixture MA-13
3
Coolant level
Visual Coolant up to MAX level
in reservoir tank and radi-
ator filler neck CO-38
4
Radiator cap
Pressure tester 59 - 98 kPa
(0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm2 , 9 - 14
psi) (Limit) CO-43
ON*25
Coolant leaks
Visual No leaks
CO-38
ON*26
Thermostat
Touch the upper and
lower radiator hoses Both hoses should be hot
CO-53
ON*17
Cooling fan
CONSULT-II Operating See trouble diagnosis for
DTC P1217 ( EC-1171
).
OFF 8

Combustion gas leak
Color checker chemical
tester 4 Gas analyzer Negative —

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*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.
*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.
*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 MPH) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.
*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.
For more information, refer to CO-34, "
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS" .
Component InspectionNBS004CZ
COOLING FAN MOTOR
1. Disconnect cooling fan motor harness connector.
2. Supply cooling fan motor terminals with battery voltage and check operation.
Cooling fan motor should operate.
If NG, replace cooling fan motor.
ON*39
Coolant temperature
gauge
Visual Gauge less than 3/4 when driving —

Coolant overflow to
reservoir tank
Visual No overflow during driving and idling CO-38
OFF*410
Coolant return from
reservoir tank to radia-
tor
Visual Should be initial level in reservoir tank CO-38
OFF 11
Water control valve
Remove and inspect
the valve Within the specified value
CO-53
OFF 12
Cylinder head
Straight gauge feeler
gauge 0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping) EM-232
13
Cylinder block and pis-
tons
Visual No scuffing on cylinder walls or piston EM-248
Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
Speed
Terminals
(+) ( −)
Cooling fan motor Middle
1 3 and 4
2 3 and 4
High 1, 2 3, 4
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VARIABLE INDUCTION AIR CONTROL SYSTEM (VIAS)PFP:14956
DescriptionNBS004GN
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*: The ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
When the engine is running at low or medium speed, the power valve is fully closed. Under this condition, the
effective suction port length is equivalent to the total length of the intake manifold collector's suction port
including the intake valve. This long suction port provides increased air intake which results in improved suc-
tion efficiency and higher torque generation.
The surge tank and one-way valve are provided. When engine is running at high speed, the ECM sends the
signal to the VIAS control solenoid valve. This signal introduces the intake manifold vacuum into the power
valve actuator and therefore opens the power valve to two suction passages together in the collector.
Under this condition, the effective port length is equivalent to the length of the suction port provided indepen-
dently for each cylinder. This shortened port length results in enhanced engine output with reduced suction
resistance under high speeds.
The power valve is always open regardless of the engine speed when gear position is in N or P.
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) Engine speed*
VIAS control VIAS control solenoid valve
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Battery Battery voltage*
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Fuel PressureNBS004I1
Idle Speed and Ignition TimingNBS004I2
*: Under the following conditions:

Air conditioner switch: OFF

Electric load: OFF (Lights, heater fan & rear window defogger)

Steering wheel: Kept in straight-ahead position
Calculated Load ValueNBS004I3
Mass Air Flow SensorNBS004I4
*: Engine is warmed up to normal operating temperature and running under no load.
Intake Air Temperature SensorNBS004I5
Engine Coolant Temperature SensorNBS004I6
Fuel Tank Temperature SensorNBS004I7
Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS)NBS004I8
Refer to EC-1036, "Component Inspection" .
Camshaft Position Sensor (PHASE)NBS004I9
Refer to EC-1043, "Component Inspection" .
A/F Sensor 1 HeaterNBS004LW
Fuel pressure at idling kPa (kg/cm2 , psi) Approximately 350 (3.57, 51)
Target idle speed No load* (in P or N position) 650
±50 rpm
Air conditioner: ON In P or N position 700 rpm or more
Ignition timing In P or N position 12 ° ± 5 ° BTDC
Condition Calculated load value% (Using CONSULT-II or GST)
At idle 14.0 - 33.0
At 2,500 rpm 12.0 - 25.0
Supply voltageBattery voltage (11 - 14V)
Output voltage at idle 1.0 - 1.3V*
Mass air flow (Using CONSULT-II or GST) 2.0 - 6.0 g·m/sec at idle*
7.0 - 20.0 g·m/sec at 2,500 rpm*
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
25 (77) 1.800 - 2.200
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
20 (68) 2.1 - 2.9
50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
20 (68) 2.3 - 2.7
50 (122) 0.79 - 0.90
Resistance [at 25°C (77 °F)] 2.3 - 4.3 Ω

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PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... ..... 5
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect ..................................... ..... 5
OPERATION PROCEDURE ............................ ..... 5
Precautions for Drain Engine Coolant and Engine
Oil ........................................................................ ..... 5
Precautions for Disconnecting Fuel Piping ......... ..... 5
Precautions for Removal and Disassembly ........ ..... 5
Precautions for Inspection, Repair and Replace-
ment .................................................................... ..... 5
Precautions for Assembly and Installation .......... ..... 6
Precautions for Angle Tightening ........................ ..... 6
Precautions for Liquid Gasket ............................. ..... 6
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING ..... ..... 6
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 6
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 8
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 8
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ... 10
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ... 13
NVH Troubleshooting — Engine Noise ............... ... 13
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause
of the Symptom. .................................................. ... 14
DRIVE BELTS ........................................................ ... 15
Checking Drive Belts ........................................... ... 15
Tension Adjustment ............................................. ... 15
ALTERNATOR AND POWER STEERING OIL
PUMP BELT ..................................................... ... 16
A/C COMPRESSOR BELT .............................. ... 16
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 16
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT ............................ ... 17
Components ........................................................ ... 17
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 17
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 17 INSTALLATION ................................................
... 18
Changing Air Cleaner Filter ................................. ... 18
INSPECTION ................................................... ... 18
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 18
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR ....................... ... 19
Components ........................................................ ... 19
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 19
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 19
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 22
INTAKE MANIFOLD .............................................. ... 24
Components ........................................................ ... 24
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 24
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 24
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 25
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 25
EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATA-
LYST ....................................................................... ... 26
Components ........................................................ ... 26
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 26
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 26
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 28
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 28
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER .............................. ... 30
Components (2WD Models) ................................ ... 30
Removal and Installation (2WD Models) ............. ... 30
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 30
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 32
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 32
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 35
Components (AWD Models) ................................ ... 35
Removal and Installation (AWD Models) ............. ... 36
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 36
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 38
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 38
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 41