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Engine Symptom DiagnosisS6RW0D1104010
Perform troubleshooting referring to the followings when ECM has detected no DTC and no abnormality has been
found in “Visual Inspection” and “Engine Basic Inspection”.
Condition Possible cause Correction / Reference Item
Hard starting (Engine
cranks OK)Faulty spark plug“Spark Plug Inspection in Section 1H”
Leaky high-tension cord“High-Tension Cord Inspection in Section 1H”
Loose connection or disconnection of
high-tension cord(s) or lead wire(s)“High-Tension Cord Removal and Installation
in Section 1H”
Faulty ignition coil“Ignition Coil Assembly (Including Ignitor)
Inspection in Section 1H”
Dirty or clogged fuel hose or pipe“Fuel Pressure Check”
Malfunctioning fuel pump“Fuel Pressure Check”
Air drawn in through intake manifold
gasket or throttle body gasket
Faulty electric throttle body assembly“Electric Throttle Body Assembly On-Vehicle
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty APP sensor assembly“Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor
Assembly Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty ECT sensor or MAF sensor“Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
Inspection in Section 1C” or “Intake Air
Temperature (IAT) Sensor Inspection in
Section 1C”
Faulty ECM
Low compression“Compression Check in Section 1D”
Poor spark plug tightening or faulty
gasket“Spark Plug Removal and Installation in
Section 1H”
Compression leak from valve seat“Valves and Valve Guides Inspection in
Section 1D”
Sticky valve stem“Valves and Valve Guides Inspection in
Section 1D”
Weak or damaged valve springs“Valve Spring Inspection in Section 1D”
Compression leak at cylinder head
gasket“Cylinder Head Inspection in Section 1D”
Sticking or damaged piston ring“Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Worn piston, ring or cylinder“Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Malfunctioning PCV valve“PCV Valve Inspection in Section 1B”
Camshaft position control (VVT) system
out of order (for engine with VVT
system)“Oil Control Valve Inspection (For Engine with
VVT) in Section 1D”
Faulty EGR system“EGR System Inspection (If Equipped) in
Section 1B”
Low oil pressureImproper oil viscosity“Engine Oil and Filter Change in Section 0B”
Malfunctioning oil pressure switch“Oil Pressure Switch Inspection in Section 9C”
Clogged oil strainer“Oil Pan and Oil Pump Strainer Cleaning in
Section 1E”
Functional deterioration of oil pump“Oil Pump Inspection in Section 1E”
Worn oil pump relief valve“Oil Pump Inspection in Section 1E”
Excessive clearance in various sliding
parts
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Engine overheatingInoperative thermostat“Thermostat Inspection in Section 1F”
Poor water pump performance“Water Pump Inspection in Section 1F”
Clogged or leaky radiator“Radiator On-Vehicle Inspection and Cleaning
in Section 1F”
Improper engine oil grade“Engine Oil and Filter Change in Section 0B”
Clogged oil filter or oil strainer“Oil Pressure Check in Section 1E”
Poor oil pump performance“Oil Pressure Check in Section 1E”
Faulty radiator cooling fan control
system“Radiator Cooling Fan Control System Check”
Dragging brakesCondition “Dragging brakes” in “Brakes
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 4A”
Slipping clutch (for M/T model)Condition “Slipping clutch” in “Clutch System
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 5C” for M/T
model
Blown cylinder head gasket“Cylinder Head Inspection in Section 1D”
Air mixed in cooling system
Poor gasoline mileageLeaks or loose connection of high-
tension cord“High-Tension Cord Removal and Installation
in Section 1H”
Faulty spark plug (improper gap, heavy
deposits and burned electrodes, etc.)“Spark Plug Inspection in Section 1H”
Malfunctioning EGR valve“EGR Valve Inspection (If Equipped) in Section
1B”
High idle speedCondition “Improper engine idling or engine
fails to idle”
Poor performance of ECT sensor, MAF
sensor“Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
Inspection in Section 1C”, or “Intake Air
Temperature (IAT) Sensor Inspection in
Section 1C”
Faulty electric throttle body assembly“Electric Throttle Body Assembly On-Vehicle
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty APP sensor assembly“Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor
Assembly Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty fuel injector(s)“Fuel Injector Circuit Check”
Faulty ECM
Low compression“Compression Check in Section 1D”
Poor valve seating“Valves and Valve Guides Inspection in
Section 1D”
Dragging brakesCondition “Dragging brakes” in “Brakes
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 4A”
Slipping clutch (for M/T model)Condition “Slipping clutch” in “Clutch System
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 5C” for M/T
model
Thermostat out of order“Thermostat Inspection in Section 1F”
Improper tire pressure“Tires Description in Section 2D”
Camshaft position control (VVT) system
out of order (for engine with VVT
system)“Oil Control Valve Inspection (For Engine with
VVT) in Section 1D”
Excessive engine oil
consumption – Oil
leakageBlown cylinder head gasket“Cylinder Head Inspection in Section 1D”
Leaky camshaft oil seals“Camshaft, Tappet and Shim Inspection in
Section 1D” Condition Possible cause Correction / Reference Item
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Excessive engine oil
consumption – Oil
entering combustion
chamberSticky piston ring“Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Worn piston and cylinder“Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Worn piston ring groove and ring“Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Improper location of piston ring gap“Pistons, Piston Rings, Connecting Rods and
Cylinders Disassembly and Assembly in
Section 1D”
Worn or damaged valve stem seal“Valves and Valve Guides Inspection in
Section 1D”
Worn valve stem“Valves and Valve Guides Inspection in
Section 1D”
Engine hesitates –
Momentary lack of
response as accelerator
is depressed. Can occur
at all vehicle speeds.
Usually most severe when
first trying to make
vehicle move, as from a
stop sign.Spark plug faulty or plug gap out of
adjustment“Spark Plug Inspection in Section 1H”
Leaky high-tension cord“High-Tension Cord Inspection in Section 1H”
Fuel pressure out of specification“Fuel Pressure Check”
Malfunctioning EGR valve“EGR Valve Inspection (If Equipped) in Section
1B”
Poor performance of ECT sensor or
MAF sensor, “Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
Inspection in Section 1C” or “Intake Air
Temperature (IAT) Sensor Inspection in
Section 1C”
Faulty electric throttle body assembly“Electric Throttle Body Assembly On-Vehicle
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty APP sensor assembly“Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor
Assembly Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty fuel injector“Fuel Injector Circuit Check”
Faulty ECM
Engine overheatingCondition “Engine overheating”
Low compression“Compression Check in Section 1D”
Camshaft position control (VVT) system
out of order (for engine with VVT
system)“Oil Control Valve Inspection (For Engine with
VVT) in Section 1D”
Surge – Engine power
variation under steady
throttle or cruise. Feels
like vehicle speeds up
and down with no change
in accelerator pedal.Leaky or loosely connected high-tension
cord“High-Tension Cord Removal and Installation
in Section 1H”
Faulty spark plug (excess carbon
deposits, improper gap, burned
electrodes, etc.)“Spark Plug Inspection in Section 1H”
Variable fuel pressure“Fuel Pressure Check”
Kinky or damaged fuel hose and lines
Faulty fuel pump (clogged fuel filter)
Malfunctioning EGR valve“EGR Valve Inspection (If Equipped) in Section
1B”
Poor performance of MAF sensor“Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty fuel injector“Fuel Injector Circuit Check”
Faulty ECM
Faulty electric throttle body assembly“Electric Throttle Body Assembly On-Vehicle
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty APP sensor assembly“Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor
Assembly Inspection in Section 1C” Condition Possible cause Correction / Reference Item
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Excessive detonation –
Engine makes
continuously sharp
metallic knocks that
change with throttle
opening. Sounds like pop
corn popping.Faulty spark plug“Spark Plug Inspection in Section 1H”
Loose connection of high-tension cord“High-Tension Cord Removal and Installation
in Section 1H”
Engine overheatingCondition “Engine overheating”
Clogged fuel filter (faulty fuel pump) or
fuel lines“Fuel Pressure Check” or “Fuel Pump and Its
Circuit Check”
Air drawn in through intake manifold or
throttle body gasket
Malfunctioning EGR valve“EGR Valve Inspection (If Equipped) in Section
1B”
Poor performance of knock sensor, ECT
sensor or MAF sensor“DTC P0327 / P0328: Knock Sensor Circuit
Low / High”, “Engine Coolant Temperature
(ECT) Sensor Inspection in Section 1C” or
“Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty fuel injector(s)“Fuel Injector Circuit Check”
Faulty ECM
Excessive combustion chamber
deposits“Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D” and/or “Piston Pins
and Connecting Rods Inspection in Section
1D”
Camshaft position control (VVT) system
out of order (for engine with VVT
system)“Oil Control Valve Inspection (For Engine with
VVT) in Section 1D”
Engine has no powerFaulty spark plug“Spark Plug Inspection in Section 1H”
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor“Ignition Coil Assembly (Including Ignitor)
Inspection in Section 1H”
Leaks, loose connection or
disconnection of high-tension cord“High-Tension Cord Removal and Installation
in Section 1H”
Faulty knock sensor“DTC P0327 / P0328: Knock Sensor Circuit
Low / High”
Clogged fuel hose or pipe“Fuel Pressure Check”
Malfunctioning fuel pump“Fuel Pump and Its Circuit Check”
Air drawn in through intake manifold
gasket or throttle body gasket
Engine overheatingCondition “Engine overheating”
Malfunctioning EGR valve“EGR Valve Inspection (If Equipped) in Section
1B”
Poor performance of ECT sensor or
MAF sensor“Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
Inspection in Section 1C” or “Intake Air
Temperature (IAT) Sensor Inspection in
Section 1C”
Faulty electric throttle body assembly“Electric Throttle Body Assembly On-Vehicle
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty APP sensor assembly“Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor
Assembly Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty fuel injector(s)“Fuel Injector Circuit Check”
Faulty ECM
Dragging brakesCondition “Dragging brakes” in “Brakes
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 4A”
Slipping clutch (for M/T model)Condition “Slipping clutch” in “Clutch System
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 5C” (for M/T
model)
Low compression“Compression Check in Section 1D”
Camshaft position control (VVT) system
out of order (for engine with VVT
system)“Oil Control Valve Inspection (For Engine with
VVT) in Section 1D” Condition Possible cause Correction / Reference Item
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DTC Troubleshooting
NOTE
If the vehicle runs under fuel deficient condition (such as a condition in which the fuel pump is unable
to draw fuel properly), DTC of misfire may possibly be detected due to fuel pressure drop even though
there is no abnormal condition existing in the Engine and Emission System.
Therefore, if the DTC still cannot be detected with “Trouble Symptom Confirmation” executed in
accordance with “Engine and Emission Control System Check” the possible cause may be due to a
running condition under insufficient fuel supply at the time of detecting DTC of misfire.
Step Action Yes No
1Was “Engine and Emission Control System Check”
performed?Go to Step 2. Go to “Engine and
Emission Control
System Check”.
2Does fuel level meter indicate “E” level (empty)?Add fuel and recheck. Go to Step 3.
3Fuel quality check
1) Check that there is fuel of good quality in the fuel tank.
Is it OK?Go to Step 4. Clean in fuel system
circuit and change fuel.
4Ignition system check
1) Check spark plug and ignition spark of cylinder where
misfire occurs, referring to “Spark Plug Inspection in
Section 1H” and “Ignition Spark Test in Section 1H”.
Are they in good condition?Go to Step 5. Faulty ignition coil, wire
harness, spark plug or
other system parts.
5Fuel injector circuit check
1) Using sound scope, check each injector operating sound
at engine cranking or idling.
Do all injectors make operating sound?Go to Step 6. Check coupler
connection and wire
harness of injector not
making operating sound
and injector itself. If OK,
substitute a known-
good ECM and recheck.
6Fuel pressure check
1) Check fuel pressure referring to “Fuel Pressure Check”.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 7. Repair or replace fuel
system.
7Fuel injector check
1) Check fuel injector(s) referring to “Fuel Injector
Inspection in Section 1G”.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 8. Replace defective
injector.
8Ignition timing check
1) Check ignition timing referring to “Ignition Timing
Inspection in Section 1H”.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 9. Check related sensors.
9EGR system check
1) Check EGR system referring to “EGR System Inspection
(If Equipped) in Section 1B”.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 10. Repair or replace EGR
system.
10Exhaust system check
1) Check exhaust system for exhaust gas clogged.
Is it OK?Go to Step 11. Repair clogged of
exhaust system.
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Oil Control Valve
The oil control valve switches and adjusts the hydraulic
pressure applied to the cam timing sprocket by moving
the spool valve (1) according to the duty pulse signals
output from the ECM. By this operation, the intake valve
timing is varied continuously. Signals output from the
ECM are the duty pulse of about 240 Hz.
Cam Timing Sprocket
The cam timing sprocket is equipped with the chambers
for timing advancing (2) and retarding (3) which are
separated by the rotor (5). The rotor rotates receiving the
hydraulic pressure applied to both the chambers. The
sprocket (1) is installed on the housing (4) and the rotor
is secured on the intake camshaft by fastening the bolts.
Therefore, the actuation of the rotor makes the phase
difference between the sprocket and intake camshaft.
Timing Advancing
When the duty ratio of the signal output from the ECM is
heavy, the spool valve (4) of the oil control valve moves
to the left (opposite direction against the coil (5)). By this
spool valve movement, the pressurized oil (1) is led into
the chambers for timing advancing and the oil in the
chambers for timing retarding is drained. This operations
actuate the rotor (3) and result in the advanced timing of
the intake valve.Timing Holding
When the duty ratio of the signal output from the ECM
shows that of holding, the spool valve of the oil control
valve is located at hold position. Because this condition
generates no oil pressure changes in both chambers,
the rotor is fixed at a target position.
Timing Retarding
When the duty ratio of the signal output from the ECM is
light, the spool valve of the oil control valve moves to the
right (head for the coil). By this spool valve movement,
the pressurized oil is led into the chambers for timing
retarding and the oil in the chambers for timing
advancing is drained. This operations actuate the rotor
and result in the retarded timing of the intake valve.
6. Seal
2. Drain
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Engine Assembly Removal and InstallationS6RW0D1406013
Removal
1) Relieve fuel pressure according to “Fuel Pressure
Relief Procedure in Section 1G”.
2) Disconnect negative and positive cable at battery.
3) Disconnect ECM connectors.
4) Remove battery and battery tray with ECM.
5) Remove right and left side engine under covers.
6) Remove A/C compressor belt by referring to
“Compressor Drive Belt Removal and Installation in
Section 7B” or “Compressor Drive Belt Removal and
Installation in Section 7B”.
7) Drain engine oil referring to “Engine Oil and Filter
Change in Section 0B”.
8) Drain transaxle oil referring to “Manual Transaxle Oil
Change in Section 5B” or “A/T Fluid Change in
Section 5A”.
9) Drain transfer oil referring to “Transfer Oil Change in
Section 3C”.
10) Drain coolant referring to “Cooling System Draining
in Section 1F”
11) Remove air cleaner assembly referring to “Air
Cleaner Assembly Removal and Installation”.
12) With hose connected, detach A/C compressor from
its bracket referring to “Compressor Assembly
Removal and Installation in Section 7B” or
“Compressor Assembly Removal and Installation in
Section 7B”.
CAUTION!
Suspend removed A/C compressor at a place
where no damage will be caused during
removal and installation of engine assembly.
13) Remove cylinder upper cover (1).14) Disconnect the following electric wires/connectors
and each clamps.
• TP sensor (1)
• MAP sensor (2)
• ECT sensor (3)
•EGR valve (4)
• CMP sensor (5)
• Ignition coil assembly (6)
• Injector (7)
•HO2S (8)
• Oil control valve (9) (for engine with VVT system)
• Engine oil pressure switch (10)
• CKP sensor (12)
• Knock sensor (13)
• Generator (14)
• Starting motor (15)
• Ground terminal (16) from cylinder block
• Battery ground cable (17) from transaxle
• Back-up light switch (18) (for M/T model)
• Torque sensor (19)
• P/S motor (20)
• Output shaft speed sensor (VSS) (29) (for A/T
model)
• Solenoid valve (30) (for A/T model)
• Transmission range sensor (31) (for A/T model)
• Input shaft speed sensor (32) (for A/T model)
15) Disconnect the following cables, and remove control
cable bracket (23)
• Gear select control cable (21) (for M/T model)
• Gear shift control cable (22) (for M/T model)
• A/T select cable (33) (for A/T model)
16) Disconnect the following hoses.
• Brake booster hose (24) from intake manifold
• Radiator inlet and outlet hoses (25) from radiator
• Heater inlet and outlet hoses (26) from heater
core
• Fuel feed hose (27) from fuel feed pipe
• Fuel vapor hose (11) from fuel vapor pipe
• Clutch hose (28) from transaxle (for M/T model)
• A/T fluid cooler hoses (for A/T model)
F: Vehicle forward 8. Engine front mounting bracket : 55 N⋅m (5.5 kgf-m, 40.0 lb-ft)
1. Engine right mounting bracket 9. Engine front mounting
: Be sure to direct yellow mark to forward.: 95 N⋅m (9.5 kgf-m, 69.0 lb-ft)
2. Engine right mounting 10. Transfer : 65 N⋅m (6.5 kgf-m, 47.0 lb-ft)
3. Engine left mounting bracket 11. Suspension frame : 25 N⋅m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.0 lb-ft)
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12) Install oil pressure switch bracket (1).
13) Connect right and left drive shaft joints to differential
gear referring to “Front Drive Shaft Assembly
Removal and Installation in Section 3A”.
14) Install suspension control arm referring to
“Suspension Control Arm / Bushing Removal and
Installation in Section 2B”.
15) Install cylinder upper cover (1).16) Install A/C compressor to its bracket (if equipped)
referring to “Compressor Assembly Removal and
Installation in Section 7B” or “Compressor Assembly
Removal and Installation in Section 7B”.
17) Adjust A/C compressor drive belt referring to
“Compressor Drive Belt Removal and Installation in
Section 7B” or “Compressor Drive Belt Removal and
Installation in Section 7B”.
18) Install air cleaner assembly referring to “Air Cleaner
Assembly Removal and Installation”.
19) Check to ensure that all removed parts are back in
place. Reinstall any necessary parts which have not
been reinstalled.
20) Refill cooling system with coolant referring to
“Cooling System Flush and Refill in Section 1F”.
21) Refill engine with engine oil referring to “Engine Oil
and Filter Change in Section 0B”.
22) Refill transaxle oil referring to “Manual Transaxle Oil
Change in Section 5B” or “A/T Fluid Change in
Section 5A”.
23) Refill transfer oil referring to “Transfer Oil Change in
Section 3C”.
24) Install battery and battery tray with ECM.
25) Connect ECM wire harness.
26) Connect positive and negative cable at battery.
27) Install right and left side engine under covers.
28) Verify that there is no fuel leakage, coolant leakage,
oil leakage and exhaust gas leakage at each
connection.
2. Exhaust manifold
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