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INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*1: The ECM determines the engine speed by the signals of crankshaft position and camshaft position.
*2: This signal is sent to ECM via the CAN communication line.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Based on a signal transmitted from each sensor, ECM calc
ulates a target fan speed responsive to a driving
condition. In addition, ECM calculates a fan pulley speed according to an engine speed and transmits a cool-
ing fan request signal to IPDM E/R via the CAN comm unication line to satisfy the target fan speed. Then,
IPDM E/R transmits ON/OFF pulse duty signal to electrically-controlled cooling fan coupling.
The cooling fan speed sensor detects a cooling f an speed and transmits the detection result to ECM.
ECM judges the start signal state from the engine speed signal and battery voltage.
ELECTRIC IGNITION SYSTEM
JSBIA0237GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor Engine speed*
1
Cooling fan speed request
signal*2
IPDM E/R
↓
Electrically-controlled cooling fan
coupling
Camshaft position sensor Camshaft position
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Refrigerant pressure sensor Refrigerant pressure
Intake air temperature sensor Intake air temperature
Battery Battery voltage
Combination meter
Vehicle speed signal*
2
BCMA/C switch signal*2
Cooling fan speed sensor Cooling fan speed
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INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*1: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
*2: This signal is sent to the ECM via the CAN communication line.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Ignition order: 1 - 8 - 7 - 3 - 6 - 5 - 4 - 2
The ignition timing is controlled by the ECM to maintain the best air-fuel ratio for every running condition of the
engine. The ignition timing data is stored in the ECM.
The ECM receives information such as the injection pulse width and camshaft position sensor signal. Comput-
ing this information, ignition signals are transmitted to the power transistor.
During the following conditions, the ignition timing is re vised by the ECM according to the other data stored in
the ECM.
At starting
During warm-up
At idle
At low battery voltage
During acceleration
The knock sensor retard system is designed only for emergencies. The basic ignition timing is programmed
within the anti-knocking zone, if recommended fuel is used under dry conditions. The retard system does not
operate under normal driving conditions. If engine knocking occurs, the knock sensor monitors the condition.
The signal is transmitted to the ECM. The ECM retards the ignition timing to eliminate the knocking condition.
JPBIA3271GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor Engine speed*
1
Piston position
Ignition timing
controlIgnition coil
(with power transistor)
Camshaft position sensor
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
TCM Gear position
Battery
Battery voltage*
1
Knock sensor Engine knocking condition
Combination meterVehicle speed*
2
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INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL
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INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL
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INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*: This signal is sent to the ECM via the CAN communication line.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
This mechanism hydraulically controls cam phases c ontinuously with the fixed operating angle of the intake
valve.
The ECM receives signals such as crankshaft posit ion, camshaft position, engine speed, and engine coolant
temperature. Then, the ECM sends ON/OFF pulse duty signals to the intake valve timing control solenoid
valve depending on driving status. This makes it possible to control the shut/open timing of the intake valve to
increase engine torque in low/mid speed range and output in high speed range.
VVEL SYSTEM
JMBIA2174GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor Engine speed and piston position
Intake valve timing
controlIntake valve timing control
solenoid valve
Camshaft position sensor
Engine oil temperature sensor Engine oil temperature
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Combination meter Vehicle speed*
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INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
JSBIA0539GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Camshaft position sensor
Crankshaft position sensor Engine speed and piston position
VVEL controlVVEL control module
↓
VVEL actuator motor assem-
bly
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
VVEL control shaft
position sensor
↓
VVEL control module Control shaft actual angle
1. VVEL control shaft position
sensor 2. Drive shaft 3. Link A
4. Eccentric cam 5. Output cam 6. Valve lifter
7. Intake valve 8. Intake camshaft sprocket 9. Control shaft
10. Ball screw shaft 11. Ball screw nu t 12. VVEL actuator motor assembly
13. Rocker arm 14. Link B
JSBIA0463ZZ
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VVEL (Variable Valve Event & Lift) is a system that
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VVEL (Variable Valve Event & Lift) is a system that
controls valve event and valve lift continuously.
ECM decides the target valve lift according to the driving condition and sends the command signal to the
VVEL control module via ENG communication line.
VA LV E L I F T O P E R AT I O N
Rotational movement of the drive shaft equipped with eccentric cam
is transmitted to output cam via the rocker arm and two kinds of links
to depress the intake valve.
VA R I A B L E O P E R AT I O N
VVEL control module controls the ro tation of the control shaft using
the VVEL actuator motor assembly and changes the movement of
the output cam by shifting the link supporting point. As a result, valve
lift changes continuously to improve engine output and response.
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM : System DiagramINFOID:0000000006256911
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INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
1. Link B
2. Output cam
3. Eccentric cam
4. Drive shaft
5. Link A
6. Rocker arm
JSBIA0464ZZ
1. Link B
2. Output cam
3. Control shaft
4. Rocker arm
JSBIA0465ZZ
JSBIA0371GB
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*1: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
*2: This signal is sent to the ECM via the CAN communication line.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The evaporative emission system is used to reduce hydr
ocarbons emitted into the atmosphere from the fuel
system. This reduction of hydrocarbons is accomplis hed by activated charcoals in the EVAP canister.
The fuel vapor in the sealed fuel tank is led into t he EVAP canister which contains activated carbon and the
vapor is stored there when the engine is not oper ating or when refueling to the fuel tank.
The vapor in the EVAP canister is purged by the air through the purge line to the intake manifold when the
engine is operating. EVAP canister purge volume contro l solenoid valve is controlled by ECM. When the
engine operates, the flow rate of vapor controlled by EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve is
proportionally regulated as the air flow increases.
EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve also shuts off the vapor purge line during decelerating and
idling.
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor
Camshaft position sensor Engine speed*
1
Piston position
EVAP canister
purge flow controlEVAP canister purge volume
control solenoid valve
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Battery
Battery voltage*
1
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 Density of oxygen in exhaust gas
(Mixture ratio
feedback signal)
Fuel tank temperature sensor Fuel temperature in fuel tank
EVAP control system pressure sensor Pressure in purge line
Combination meter Vehicle speed*
2
PBIB1631E
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INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*1: This signal is sent to the ECM via the CAN communication line.
*2: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
This system improves engine operation when the air conditioner is used.
Under the following conditions, the air conditioner is turned OFF.
When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.
When cranking the engine.
At high engine speeds.
When the engine coolant temperature becomes excessively high.
When operating power steering during low engine speed or low vehicle speed.
When engine speed is excessively low.
When refrigerant pressure is excessively low or high.
AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE (ASCD)
JMBIA1457GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor
Camshaft position sensor Engine speed*
2
Air conditioner cut
controlIPDM E/R
↓
A/C relay
↓
Compressor
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Battery
Battery voltage*
2
Refrigerant pressure sensor Refrigerant pressure
Power steering pressure sensor Power steering operation
A/C auto amp.A/C ON signal*
1
A/C evaporator temperature*1
Target A/C evaporator temperature*1
Blower fan ON signal
Combination meter Vehicle speed*
1
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INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*: This signal is sent to the ECM via the CAN communication line
BASIC ASCD SYSTEM
Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) allows a dr iver to keep vehicle at predetermined constant speed
without depressing accelerator pedal. Driver can be set the vehicle speed in the set speed range.
ECM controls throttle angle of electric th rottle control actuator to regulate engine speed.
Operation status of ASCD is indicated in combination meter.
If any malfunction occurs in the ASCD system, it automatically deactivates the ASCD control.
Refer to EC-49, "
AUTMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE (A SCD) : Switch Name and Function" for ASCD
operating instructions.
CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle in a safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws.
CAN COMMUNICATION
CAN COMMUNICATION : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000006217718
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication s peed and excellent error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links with other
control units during operation (not independent). In CA N communication, control units are connected with 2
communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring.
Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.
Refer to LAN-28, "
CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM : CAN Communication Signal Chart", about CAN com-
munication for detail.
JPBIA3272GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
ASCD steering switch ASCD steering switch operation
ASCD vehicle speed control Electric throttle control ac-
tuator
Combination meter
ASCD brake switch
Brake pedal operation
Sto p l am p s w it ch
TCM Park/neutral position signal
Output shaft revolution signal*
Combination meter Vehicle speed signal*
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