EC-574
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SYSTEM
• When engine speed is excessively low.
• When refrigerant pressure is excessively low or high.
AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE (ASCD)
AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE (ASCD) : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000009462518
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*: This signal is sent to the ECM via the CAN communication line
BASIC ASCD SYSTEM
Refer to Owner's Manual for ASCD operating instructions.
Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) allows a dr iver to keep vehicle at predetermined constant speed
without depressing accelerator pedal. Driver can set vehicle speed in advance between approximately 40 km/
h (25 MPH) and 144 km/h (89 MPH).
ECM controls throttle angle of electric thro ttle control actuator to regulate engine speed.
Operation status of ASCD is indicated by CRUISE indi cator and SET indicator in combination meter. If any
malfunction occurs in the ASCD system, it automatically deactivates control.
NOTE:
Always drive vehicle in a safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws.
SET OPERATION
Press MAIN switch. (The CRUISE indicato r in combination meter illuminates.)
When vehicle speed reaches a desired speed between approximately 40 km/h (25 MPH) and 144 km/h (89
MPH), press SET/COAST switch. (Then SET la mp in combination meter illuminates.)
ACCELERATE OPERATION
If the RESUME/ACCELERATE switch is pressed during cruise control driving, increase the vehicle speed until
the switch is released or vehicle speed r eaches maximum speed controlled by the system.
And then ASCD will maintain the new set speed.
CANCEL OPERATION
When any of following conditions exist, cruise operation will be canceled.
• CANCEL switch is pressed
• ON/OFF (MAIN) switch pressed (Set speed is cleared)
JSBIA2692GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Brake pedal position switch Brake pedal operation ASCD vehicle speed control Electric throttle control actuator
Stop lamp switch Brake pedal operation
ASCD steering switch ASCD steering switch operation
Transmission range switch Park/neutral position signal ASCD status signal Combination meter
Combination meter Vehicle speed*
TCM Output shaft revolution signal*
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EC-576
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SYSTEM
Manual Air Conditioning System
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*1: The ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
*2: This signal is sent to ECM via the CAN communication line.
*3: Automatic air conditioning system
*4: Manual air conditioning system
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The ECM controls the cooling fan corresponding to the vehicle speed, engine coolant temperature, refrigerant
pressure, and air conditioner ON signal. The control system has 4-step control [HIGH/MIDDLE/LOW/OFF].
JSBIA0321GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) Engine speed*
1
Piston position
Cooling fan
control IPDM E/R
↓
Cooling fan relay
↓
Cooling fan motor
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Refrigerant pressure sensor Refrigerant pressure
Battery Battery voltage*
1
Combination meter
Vehicle speed signal*2
A/C auto amp.*3• A/C ON signal
• Blower fan ON signal
BCM
*4
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EC-578
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SYSTEM
*: This signal is sent to the ECM via the CAN communication line.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The ECM controls the engine mount operation correspondi
ng to the engine speed. The control system has a
2-step control [Soft/Hard]
ELECTRONIC CONTROLLED ENGINE MOUNT LINE DRAWING
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) Engine speed
Engine mount
control Electronic controlled en-
gine mount control solenoid
valve
Combination meter Vehicle speed*
Vehicle condition Engine mount control
Engine speed: Below 950 rpm Soft
Engine speed: Above 950 rpm Hard
JMBIA2161ZZ
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EC-580
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SYSTEM
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM : System Description
INFOID:0000000009462521
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
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.
JSBIA0371GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed*
1
Piston position
EVAP canister
purge flow control EVAP canister purge vol-
ume control solenoid valve
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 Density of oxygen in exhaust gas
(Mixture ratio fe edback signal)
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Battery Battery voltage*
1
Fuel tank temperature sensor Fuel temperature in fuel tank
EVAP control system pressure sensor Pressure in purge line
Combination meter Vehicle speed*
2
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EC-582
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SYSTEM
Manual Air Conditioning System
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*1: ECM determines the start signal status
by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
*2: Automatic air conditioning system
*3: Manual air conditioning system
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
ECM calculates the value of signal transmitted from t he accelerator pedal and activates the throttle valve by
transmitting a control signal to the electric throttle c ontrol actuator. This allows the optimum throttle angle and
improves drivability and fuel consumption. In addition, ECM learns the fully closed position every time when
the ignition switch is turned OFF to improv e the accuracy in throttle valve position.
When a malfunction occurs in the throttle control system , the throttle valve is closed by the return spring and
maintains the minimum engine speed by holding a slightly opened condition which is close to the fully opened
condition. This allows the securing of brake syste m, power steering system, and electric system and the
ensuring of the safety.
INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL
JSBIA1917GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed
*1
Throttle controlElectric throttle control
actuator
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Intake air temperature sensor Intake air temperature
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Ignition switch Start signal and ignition OFF
Combination meter CAN communi-
cation Vehicle speed signal
A/C auto amp.
*2CAN communi-
cation • A/C ON signal
• Blower fan ON signal
BCM
*3
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INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONT
ROL : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000009462523
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
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 si gnals to the intake valve timing (IVT) control sole-
noid valve depending on driving status. This makes it po ssible 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.
ENGINE PROTECTION CONTROL AT LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
ENGINE PROTECTION CONTROL AT LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE : System De-
JPBIA4760GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed and piston position
Intake valve
timing control Intake valve timing control
solenoid valve
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Engine oil temperature sensor Engine oil temperature
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Combination meter Vehicle speed signal*
JMBIA0060GB
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EC-584
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SYSTEM
scription
INFOID:0000000009462524
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
• The engine protection control at low engine oil pressure warns the driver of a decrease in engine oil pres-
sure by the oil pressure warning lamp before the engine becomes damaged.
• When detecting a decrease in engine oil pressure at an engine speed less than 1,000 rpm, ECM transmits
an oil pressure warning lamp signal to the combination meter.The combination meter turns ON the oil pres-
sure warning lamp, according to the signal.
• When detecting a decrease in engine oil pressure at an engine speed 1,000 rpm or more, ECM transmits an
oil pressure warning lamp signal to the combination meter.
The combination meter turns ON the oil pressure warning lamp, according to the signals. When detecting a
decrease in engine oil pressure, ECM cuts fuel if the engine speed exceeds the specified value.
*: When detecting a normal engine oil pressure, ECM turns OFF the oil pressure warning lamp.
FUEL FILLER CAP WARNING SYSTEM
JSBIA1588GB
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Engine oil pressure sensor Engine oil pressure Engine protection control
• Oil pressure warning lamp
signal
• Fuel cut control Combination meter
(Oil pressure warning lamp)
Crankshaft position sensor
(POS) Engine speed
Engine oil temperature sensor Engine oil temperature
Decrease in engine oil pressure Engine speed Combination meter
Fuel cut
Oil pressure warning lamp
Detection Less than 1,000 rpm ON* NO
1,000 rpm or more ON YES
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SYSTEMEC-585
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FUEL FILLER CAP WARNING SY
STEM : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000009462525
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
Input
*: This signal is sent to the ECM via the CAN communication line.
Output
*: This signal is sent to the combination meter via the CAN communication line.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The fuel filler cap warning system alerts the driver to the prevention of the fuel filler being left uncapped and
malfunction occurrences after refueling, by turning ON the fuel filler cap warning display on the combination
meter.
ECM judges a refueled state, based on a fuel leve l signal transmitted from the combination meter.
When a very small leak is detected through the EVAP leak diagnosis performed after judging the refueled
state, ECM transmits a fuel filler cap warning display signal (request for display ON) to the combination meter
via CAN communication.
When receiving the signal, the combination meter tu rns ON the fuel filler cap warning display.
CAUTION:
Check fuel filler cap installation condition when the fuel filler cap warning display turns ON.
Reset Operation
The fuel filler cap warning lamp tunes OFF, according to any condition listed below:
• Reset operation is performed by operating the me ter control switch on the combination meter.
- When the reset operation is performed, the combination me ter transmits a fuel filler cap warning reset signal
to ECM via CAN communication. ECM transmits a fuel filler cap warning display signal (request for display
OFF) to the combination meter via CAN communication. When receiving the signal, the combination meter
turns OFF the fuel filler cap warning display.
• EVAP leak diagnosis result is normal.
• Fuel refilled.
• DTC erased by using CONSULT.
NOTE:
Unit/Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function
EVAP control system pressure sensor Pressure in purge line
Fuel filler cap warning control
Combination meter Fuel level sensor signal
*
Fuel filler cap warning reset signal*
JSBIA1456GB
Unit Output signal Actuator
ECM Fuel filler cap warning display signal
*Combination meter
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