
ENGINE MECHANICAL (C24SE) 6A-11
Main Data and Specifications
Engine - General C24SE
Engine type Four-cycle, water cooled cross-flow with single over head
camshaft
Micro-computer control, fuel injection
Combustion chamber type (Volume) Hemispherical (43.3cm3)
Timing train system Belt drive
No. of cylinders-bore × stroke mm (in) 4-87.5 ×100.0 (3.44 ×3.93)
Bore Spacing(C/L to C/L) 93.0 mm (3.66 in)
Firing Order 1-3-4-2
Bore×Stroke mm (in) 87.5 ×100.0 (3.44 ×3.93)
Total piston displacement cm3 (in3) 2,405(146.80)
Combustion Chamber Volume 43.3cm3
No. of piston ring Compression ring: 2, Oil ring: 1
Compression pressure kg/cm2 (psi/pa) 12.2-16.3 (174-232/1200-1600)
Ignition timing (BTDC) No adjustment
Idling speed: rpm(W O/AC,W /AC) A/C off 825
Valve clearances (At cold)
Intake mm (in) 0 (0) (Hydraulic valve lash adjustment)
Exhaust mm (in) 0 (0) ( " )
Open at (BTDC) deg 17°30’
Close at (ABDC) deg 76°30’
Exhaust valves
Open at (BBDC) deg 58°30’
Close at (ATDC) deg 35°30’
Ignition system Fully transistorized battery ignition
Distributor type Not applicable, Electronic Spark Timing control
Distributor advance type Not applicable, Electronic Spark Timing control
Spark plug type RN9YC4
Spark plug gap mm (in) 1.0--1.1 (0.039--0.043)
Lubrication system
Lubricating method Fully flow pressure circulation
Special engine oil (API grade) SE, SF, SG or SH grade
Oil pressure kg/cm2 (psi/Pa) rpm 4-4.6 (56.9-65.4/400-450)
Oil pump type Gear
Oil filter type Cartridge full flow
Oil capacity lit. (US/UK gal.) 4.25
Cooling system
Radiator type Corrugated fin with reserve tank
Coolant capacity lit.
(US/UK gal.) 2.3 (0.66/0.55)
W ater pump type
Centrifugal
Thermostat W ax pellet with jiggle hole
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6B-4 ENGINE COOLING
Antifreeze Solution
• Calculating mixing ratio
Mixing ratio
= Antifreeze solution (Lit/gal.)
Antifreeze solution (Lit/gal.) + W ater (Lit/gal.)
NOTE: Antifreeze solution + W ater = Total cooling system
capacity.
• Total Cooling System Capacity
8Lit
• Mixing ratio
Check the specific gravity of engine coolant in the cooling system temperature ranges from 0 °C to 50 °C using a
suction type hydrometer, then determine the density of the
engine coolant by referring to the table.
NOTE: The LLC is 50% at all environment in order to prevent
the corrosion of cooling system parts.
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ENGINE COOLING 6B-13
Installation
1. Install radiator assembly, taking care not to damage theradiator core.
2. Install the radiator assembly.
3. Connect reserve tank hose.
4. Connect radiator inlet hose and outlet hose.
5. Pour engine coolant up to filler neck of radiator, and up to MAX mark of reserve tank.
Important operation (in case of 100% engine coolant change) procedure for filling with engine coolant.
• Remove radiator cap.
• Fill with engine coolant to the radiator filler neck.
• Fill with EC to the "MAX" line on the reservoir tank.
• Start the engine with the radiator cap removed and bring to
operating temperature by running engine at 2,500 - 3,000
rpm for 30 minutes.
• By engine coolant temperature gauge reading make sure
that the thermostat is open.
• If air bubbles come up to the radiator filler neck, replenish
with engine coolant. Repeat until the EC level does not drop
any further. Install the radiator cap and stop the engine.
• Replenish engine coolant to the "MAX" line on the reservoi
r
tank and leave as it is until the engine gets cool.
•
After the engine gets cool, start the engine and make sure
there is no water running noise heard from the heater core
while the engine runs at 3000 rpm.
• Should water running noise be heard, repeat the same
procedure from the beginning.
Main Data and Specifications
General Specifications
Cooling system Engine Coolant forced circulation
Radiator Tube type corrugated (2 tube in row)
Heat radiation capacity 66.3 kcal/h
Heat radiation area 7.08 m2
Radiator front area 028 m2
Radiator dry (weight) 3.1 kg
Radiator cap valve opening pressure 93.3 – 122.7 kpa
Engine coolant capacity 3.4L
Engine coolant pump Centrifugal type
Thermostat Bypass type
Engine coolant total capacity 8lit
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Engine Mechanical – V6 Page 6A1–45
Step Action Yes No
10 Inspect for missing, loose or incorrect fasteners.
Did you find any missing, loose or incorrect fasteners? Go to Step 11 Go to Step 12
11 Tighten any loose fasteners to the torque specification as provided in
provided in 6. Torque W rench Specifications.
Replace any incorrect or missing fasteners.
Did you complete the repairs? Go to Step 15 —
12 Inspect for a bent pulley. Did you find any bent pulleys? Go to Step 13 Go to Step 14
13 Replace bent pulleys as required. Did you complete the repair? Go to Step 15 —
14 Replace the accessory drive belt, refer to 3.5 Accessory Drive Belt.
Did you complete the repair? Go to Step 15 —
15 Reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm the repair.
Did you correct the chirp noise? Accessory drive
system OK Go to 2.2
Symptoms, and restart the
diagnosis
Drive Belt Squeal
Definition
Accessory drive belt squealing can be defined as a loud screeching noise caused by a slipping drive belt. Belt squeal is
unusual in multi-rib belts. Drive belt squeal generally occurs when a heavy load is applied to the drive belt, such as an
air-conditioning compressor engagement, snapping the throttle, seized pulley or a faulty accessory drive component.
Diagnostic Aids
If the noise is intermittent, confirm the accessory drive components by varying their loads, making sure they are operated
to their maximum capacity. An overcharged A/C system, restrictions in the power steering pressure circuit or a faulty
generator or coolant pump are likely causes of accessory drive belt squeal.
A loose or incorrectly installed body component, suspension component or other item may be the cause of the noise.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
2 The noise may not be engine related. This step is to confirm the engine is making the noise. If the engine is not making the noise, do not proceed further with this diagnostic procedure.
3 The noise may be an internal engine noise. Removing the drive belt and operating the engine briefly will confirm whether or not the noise is related to the drive belt.
CAUTION
When running the engine with the accessory
drive belt removed, the coolant pump will not
be operating and the engine may overheat if
left unsupervised even for a short period.
NOTE
There may also be a number of DTCs set when
running the engine with the accessory drive belt
removed.
4 Confirms an accessory drive component does not have a seized bearing. W ith the belt removed, test the bearings in the accessory drive components spin free and smooth.
5 Confirms the drive belt tensioner is operating correctly. If the drive belt tensioner is not operating correctly, drive belt tension will not be maintained, resulting in a belt squealing noise
6 Confirms the belt is not too long, which would prevent the tensioner from working as intended. Also, if an excessively long belt has been fitted, it may also be routed incorrectly and may be turning an accessory drive
component in the wrong direction.
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7 Misalignment of the pulleys may be caused by one of the following:
• Incorrect mounting of an accessory drive component,
• Incorrect installation of an accessory drive pulley or,
• Bent or damaged pulley.
Test for a misaligned pulley using a straight edge in the pulley grooves across 2 or 3 pulleys. If a misaligned pulley is found, refer to the relevant component service information for the correct installation and removal procedures.
8 This test is to confirm the pulleys are the correct diameter and/or width. Using a known good vehicle, compare the pulley sizes.
Diagnostic Table
Step Action Yes No
1 Did you review the information provided in 2.2 Symptoms, and
perform the required inspections. Go to Step 2 Go to 2.2
Symptoms
2 Confirm the customer complaint. Is there a squealing noise? Go to Step 3 Refer to Diagnostic
Aids in this Section
3 1 Remove the drive belt, refer to 3.5 Accessory Drive Belt.
2 Operate the engine for no more than 40 seconds.
Does the squealing noise still exist? Accessory drive
system OK.
Go to 2.2
Symptoms, and restart the
diagnosis of the noise Go to Step 4
4 Inspect the accessory drive components for a seized bearing and
general malfunctions.
Did you find and correct any seized bearings or general malfunctions
in the accessory drive system? Go to Step 9 Go to Step 5
5 Test the accessory drive belt tensioner for correct operation, refer to
Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Diagnosis.
Did you find and repair any problems with the tensioner? Go to Step 9 Go to Step 6
6 Inspect the accessory drive belt is the correct length, refer to 3.5
Accessory Drive Belt.
Did you find and repair any problems with the drive belt length? Go to Step 9 Go to Step 7
7 Inspect the accessory drive pulleys for misalignment.
Did you find and correct any misaligned accessory drive pulleys? Go to Step 9 Go to Step 8
8 Check the accessory drive pulleys are the correct size. Did you find and replace any incorrect pulleys? Go to Step 9 Refer to Diagnostic
Aids in this Section
9 Reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm
the repair.
Did you correct the squeal noise? Accessory drive
system OK Go to 2.2
Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis
Drive Belt Whine
Definition
Accessory drive belt whine can be defined as a high-pitched continuous noise that is most likely to be caused by a failed
bearing in one of the accessory drive components.
Diagnostic Aids
The drive belts themselves will not cause a whine. If the noise is intermittent, confirm the accessory drive components by
varying their loads, making sure they are operated to their maximum capacity. An overcharged A/C system, restrictions
in the power steering pressure circuit or a faulty generator or coolant pump are likely causes of accessory drive belt
whine.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
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Drive Belt Squeal
Definition
Accessory drive belt squealing can be defined as a loud screeching noise caused by a slipping drive belt. Belt squeal is
unusual in multi-rib belts. Drive belt squeal generally occurs when a heavy load is applied to the drive belt, such as an
air-conditioning compressor engagement, snapping the throttle, se ized pulley or a faulty accessory drive component.
Diagnostic Aids
If the noise is intermittent, confirm the accessory drive components by varying t heir loads, making sure they are operated
to their maximum capacity. An overcharged A/C system, restrictions in the power steering pressure circuit or a faulty
generator or coolant pump are likely c auses of accessory drive belt squeal.
A loose or incorrectly installed body component, suspension component or other item may be the cause of the noise.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
2 The noise may not be engine related. This step is to confirm the engine is making t he noise. If the engine is not
making the noise, do not proceed further with this diagnostic procedure.
3 The noise may be an internal engine noise. Removing the drive belt and operating the engine briefly will confirm
whether or not the noise is related to the drive belt.
CAUTION
When running the engine with the accessory
drive belt removed, the coolant pump will not
be operating and the engine may overheat if
left unsupervised even for a short period.
NOTE
There may also be a number of DTCs set when
running the engine with the accessory drive belt
removed.
4 Confirms an accessory drive component does not have a se ized bearing. With the belt removed, test the bearings
in the accessory drive co mponents spin free and smooth.
5 Confirms the drive belt tensioner is operating correctly. If the drive belt tensioner is not operating correctly, drive
belt tension will not be maintained, resulting in a belt squealing noise
6 Confirms the belt is not too long, which would prevent the tensioner from working as intended. Also, if an
excessively long belt has been fitted, it may also be r outed incorrectly and may be turning an accessory drive
component in the wrong direction.
7 Misalignment of the pulleys may be caused by one of the following:
• Incorrect mounting of an accessory drive component,
• Incorrect installation of an accessory drive pulley or,
• Bent or damaged pulley.
Test for a misaligned pulley using a straight edge in the pulley grooves across 2 or 3 pulleys. If a misaligned pulley is found, refer to the relevant component service info rmation for the correct installation and removal procedures.
8 This test is to confirm the pulleys are the correct di ameter and/or width. Using a known good vehicle, compare the
pulley sizes.
Diagnostic Table
Step Action Yes No
1
Did you review the information provided in 2.2 Symptoms, and
perform the required inspections. Go to Step 2 Go to
2.2 Symptoms
2 Confirm the customer compla int. Is there a squealing noise?
Go to Step 3 Refer to Diagnostic
Aids in this Section
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Drive Belt Whine
Definition
Accessory drive belt whine can be defined as a high-pitched continuous noise that is most likely to be caused by a failed
bearing in one of the acce ssory drive components.
Diagnostic Aids
The drive belts themselves will not caus e a whine. If the noise is intermittent, confirm the accessory drive components by
varying their loads, making sure they are operated to their maximum capacity. An overcharged A/C system, restrictions
in the power steering pressure circuit or a faulty generator or coolant pump ar e likely causes of accessory drive belt
whine.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
3 The noise may be an internal engine noise. Removing the drive belt and operating the engine briefly will confirm
whether or not the noise is related to the drive belt.
CAUTION
When running the engine with the accessory
drive belt removed, the coolant pump will not
be operating and the engine may overheat if
left unsupervised even for a short period.
NOTE
There may also be a number of DTCs set when
running the engine with the accessory drive belt
removed.
4 The inspection of bearings should include the following accessory drive components:
• drive belt tensioners,
• drive belt idlers,
• generator,
• power steering pump,
• coolant pump, and
• A/C compressor.
The drive belt may need to be installed and the accessory drive components operated separ ately, at varying loads
to confirm the location of the faulty bearing, refer to the relevant Sections for component inspection and repair
procedures.
Diagnostic Table
Step Action Yes No
1
Did you review the information provided in 2.2 Symptoms, and
perform the required inspections. Go to Step 2 Go to
2.2 Symptoms
2 Confirm the customer compla int. Is there a whining noise?
Go to Step 3 Refer to Diagnostic
Aids in this Section
3 1 Remove the drive belt, refer to 3.5 Accessory Drive Belt.
2 Operate the engine for no more than 40 seconds.
Does the whining noise still exist? Accessory drive
system OK
Go to 2.2
Symptoms, and
restart the diagnosis Go to Step 4
4 Inspect the accessory drive components for a faulty or seized
bearings and general malfunctions.
Did you find and correct any faulty/seized bearings or general
malfunctions in the accessory drive system? Go to Step 5 Refer to Diagnostic
Aids in this Section
5 Reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm
the repair.
Did you correct the whine? Accessory drive
system OK Go to 2.2
Symptoms, and
restart the diagnosis
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Engine Cooling – V6 Engine Page 6B1–22
3.3 Draining and Filling Cooling System
Draining
Refer to 3.1 Service Notes in this Section, for
important safety items.
1 Allow engine to cool to ambient temperature (less than 50 ° C), and then remove the coolant filler cap (located near
the brake booster assembly).
Disconnection of the battery affects certain
vehicle electronic systems. Refer to 1.1
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTES, before
removing the ground lead.
2 Disconnect the battery ground lead. Refer to 6D1– 3 Battery – V6.
3 Drain the coolant from the system via the radiator drain tap on the lower RHS of the radiator below the lower hose outlet. Attach a suitable piece of rubber tubing to the tap outlet to help direct the flow of the coolant into a suitable
container (capacity at least 12 litres).
Filling
During any service operation that requires the cooling system to be partly or completely drained, the following
instructions must be followed when refilling the cooling system, to ensure that all air is bleed from system.
• Refer to 3.1 Service Notes in this Section,
for important safety items.
• Before opening the radiator bleed screw,
the cooling system must first be
completely depressurised with the engine
coolant filler cap removed.
Do not mix different types of anti-freeze or
corrosion inhibitors, as they may be
incompatible. Always check which coolant is
to be added to the particular vehicle being
serviced. If a different type has been used in
the cooling system (or is added accidentally),
flush the system with clean water. Refer to 3.4
Cleaning Cooling System in this Section.
NOTE
Ensure that the radiator drain tap located at the
bottom of right-hand side radiator tank is closed
before proceeding.
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