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YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> GO TO 9.
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Will CONSULT-III be used?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> GO TO 9.
7.PERFORM SPEC IN DATA MONITOR MODE
WITH CONSULT-III
Check that “MAS A/F SE-B1 ”, “B/FUEL SCHDL”, “A/F ALPHA-B1” and “A/F ALPHA-B2” are within the SP
value using “SPEC” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III. Refer to EC-161, "
Component Function
Check".
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> GO TO 8.
8.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART BY TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE
Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-162, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is a malfunctioning part detected?
YES >> GO TO 11.
NO >> GO TO 9.
9.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING SY STEM BY SYMPTOM TABLE
Detect malfunctioning system according to EC-524, "
Symptom Table" based on the confirmed symptom in
step 4, and determine the trouble diagnosis or der based on possible causes and symptoms.
>> GO TO 10.
10.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART BY DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
Inspect according to Diagnosis Procedure of the system.
NOTE:
The Diagnosis Procedure in EC section described based on open circuit inspection. A short circuit inspection
is also required for the circuit check in the Diagnosis Procedure. For details, refer to GI-43, "
Circuit Inspec-
tion".
Is a malfunctioning part detected?
YES >> GO TO 11.
NO >> Monitor input data from related sensors or check voltage of related ECM terminals using CON-
SULT-III. Refer to EC-72, "
Reference Value".
11 .REPAIR OR REPLACE THE MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
2. Reconnect parts or connectors disconnected during Diagnosis Procedure again after repair and replace-
ment.
3. Check DTC. If DTC is displayed, erase it. Re fer to “How to Erase DTC and 1st Trip DTC” in EC-63,
"CONSULT-III Function" or EC-60, "On Board Diagnosis Function".
>> GO TO 12.
12.FINAL CHECK
When DTC was detected in step 2, perform DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE or Component Function
Check again, and then check that the malfunction have been completely repaired.
When symptom was described from the customer, refer to confirmed symptom in step 3 or 4, and check that
the symptom is not detected.
Is DTC detected and does symptom remain?
YES-1 >> DTC is detected: GO TO 10.
YES-2 >> Symptom remains: GO TO 6.
NO >> Before returning the vehicle to the custom er, always erase unnecessary DTC in ECM and TCM
(Transmission Control Module). (Refer to “How to Erase DTC and 1st Trip DTC” in EC-63,
"CONSULT-III Function" or EC-60, "On Board Diagnosis Function".) If the completion of SRT is
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needed, drive vehicle under the specific driving pattern. Refer to
EC-157, "SRT Set Driving Pat-
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EC-157, "SRT Set Driving Pat-
tern".
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DESCRIPTION
There are many operating conditions that lead to the malfunction of
engine components. A good grasp of such conditions can make trou-
bleshooting faster and more accurate.
In general, each customer feels differently about symptoms. It is
important to fully understand the symptoms or conditions for a cus-
tomer complaint.
Utilize a diagnostic worksheet like the WORKSHEET SAMPLE
below in order to organize all the information for troubleshooting.
Some conditions may cause the MIL to illuminate or blink, and DTC
to be detected. Examples:
Vehicle ran out of fuel, which caused the engine to misfire.
Fuel filler cap was left off or incorrectly screwed on, allowing fuel to
evaporate into the atmosphere.
WORKSHEET SAMPLE
SEF907L
MTBL0017
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1. Check service records for any recent repairs that ma y indicate a related malfunction, or a current need for
scheduled maintenance.
2. Open engine hood and check the following:
- Harness connectors for improper connections
- Wiring harness for improper connections, pinches and cut
- Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and improper connections
- Hoses and ducts for leakage
- Air cleaner clogging
- Gasket
3. Check that electrical or mechanical loads are not applied.
- Headlamp switch is OFF.
- Air conditioner switch is OFF.
- Rear window defogger switch is OFF.
- Steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position, etc.
4. Start engine and warm it up until engine coolant temperature indicator points to the middle of gauge.
Check that engine stays below 1,000 rpm.
5. Run engine at approximately 2,000 rpm for approximately 2 min- utes under no load.
6. Check that no DTC is displayed with CONSULT-III or GST.
Are any DTCs detected?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> GO TO 3.
2.REPAIR OR REPLACE
Repair or replace components as necessary according to corresponding Diagnosis Procedure.
>> GO TO 3
3.CHECK IDLE SPEED
1. Run engine at approximately 2,000 rpm for approximately 2 minutes under no load.
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2. Rev engine between 2,000 and 3,000 rpm 2 or 3 times under no
load, then run engine at idle speed for approximately 1 minute.
3. Check idle speed.
For procedure, refer to EC-530, "
Inspection".
For specification, refer to EC-538, "
Idle Speed".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4.PERFORM ACCELERATOR PEDAL RE LEASED POSITION LEARNING
1. Stop engine.
2. Perform EC-146, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 5.
5.PERFORM THROTTLE VALVE CL OSED POSITION LEARNING
Perform EC-147, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 6.
6.PERFORM IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
Perform EC-148, "
Work Procedure".
Is Idle Air Volume Learning carried out successfully?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Follow the instruction of Idle Air Volume Learning. Then GO TO 4.
7.CHECK IDLE SPEED AGAIN
1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Check idle speed. For procedure, refer to EC-530, "
Inspection".
For specification, refer to EC-538, "
Idle Speed".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> GO TO 8.
8.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the Following.
Check camshaft position sensor and circuit. Refer to EC-303, "
DTC Logic".
Check crankshaft position sensor and circuit. Refer to EC-299, "
DTC Logic".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part. Then GO TO 4.
9.CHECK ECM FUNCTION
1. Substitute with a non-malfunctioning ECM to check EC M function. (ECM may be the cause of the incident,
although this is rare.)
2. Perform initialization of IVIS (NATS) system and regist ration of all IVIS (NATS) ignition key IDs. Refer to
SEC-51, "
ECM : Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 4.
10.CHECK IGNITION TIMING
1. Run engine at idle.
2. Check ignition timing with a timing light. For procedure, refer to EC-531, "
Inspection".
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Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 19.
NO >> GO TO 11.
11 .PERFORM ACCELERATOR PEDAL RELEASED POSITION LEARNING
1. Stop engine.
2. Perform EC-146, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 12.
12.PERFORM THROTTLE VALVE CLOSED POSITION LEARNING
Perform EC-147, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 13.
13.PERFORM IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
Perform EC-148, "
Work Procedure".
Is Idle Air Volume Learning carried out successfully?
YES >> GO TO 14.
NO >> Follow the instruction of Idle Air Volume Learning. Then GO TO 4.
14.CHECK IDLE SPEED AGAIN
1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Check idle speed. For procedure, refer to EC-530, "
Inspection".
For specification, refer to EC-538, "
Idle Speed".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 15.
NO >> GO TO 17.
15.CHECK IGNITION TIMING AGAIN
1. Run engine at idle.
2. Check ignition timing with a timing light. For procedure, refer to EC-531, "
Inspection".
For specification, refer to EC-538, "
Ignition Timing".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 19.
NO >> GO TO 16.
16.CHECK TIMING CHAIN INSTALLATION
Check timing chain installation. Refer to EM-62, "
Removal and Installation".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 17.
NO >> Repair the timing chain installation. Then GO TO 4.
17.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.
Check camshaft position sensor and circuit. Refer to EC-303, "
DTC Logic".
Check crankshaft position sensor and circuit. Refer to EC-299, "
DTC Logic".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 18.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part. Then GO TO 4.
18.CHECK ECM FUNCTION
1. Substitute with a non-malfunctioning ECM to check EC M function. (ECM may be the cause of the incident,
although this is rare.)
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2. Perform initialization of IVIS (NATS) system and regist
ration of all IVIS (NATS) ignition key IDs. Refer to
SEC-51, "
ECM : Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 4.
19.INSPECTION END
If ECM is replaced during this BASIC INSPECTION procedure, perform EC-143, "
Work Procedure".
>> INSPECTION END
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Perform initialization of IVIS (NATS) system and registration of all IVIS (NATS) ignition key IDs. Refer to SEC-
51, "ECM : Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 2.
2.PERFORM VIN REGISTRATION
Perform VIN registration. Refer to EC-145, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 3.
3.PERFORM ACCELERATOR PEDAL RE LEASED POSITION LEARNING
Perform accelerator pedal released position learning. Refer to EC-146, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 4.
4.PERFORM THROTTLE VALVE CL OSED POSITION LEARNING
Perform throttle valve closed position learning. Refer to EC-147, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 5.
5.PERFORM IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
Perform idle air volume learning. Refer to EC-148, "
Work Procedure".
>> END
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DescriptionINFOID:0000000006217742
When replacing VVEL control module, t he following procedure must be performed.
Work ProcedureINFOID:0000000006217743
1.PERFORM IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
Perform idle air volume learning. Refer to EC-148, "
Work Procedure".
>> END
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