On-Vehicle Inspection [10/2015 - ]: Procedure
- INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT
Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION [10/2015 - ]
- INSPECT ENGINE OIL
Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION [10/2015 - ]
- INSPECT BATTERY
Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION [10/2015 - ]
- CHECK SPARK PLUG
Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION [10/2015 - ]
- INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4
- INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
- Remove the fan and generator V belt.
Refer to REMOVAL [10/2015 - ]
- Check that nothing is caught in the V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly by turning it clockwise and counterclockwise.
If a malfunction exists, replace the V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly.
- Install the fan and generator V belt.
Refer to INSTALLATION [10/2015 - ]
- Remove the fan and generator V belt.
- INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE
Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION [10/2015 - ]
- INSPECT IGNITION TIMING
- Warm up and stop the engine.
HINT:
A warmed up engine should have an engine coolant temperature of over 80°C (176°F), an engine oil temperature of 60°C (140°F), and the engine speed should be stabilized.
- When using the Techstream:
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Start the engine and run it at idle.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / IGN Advance.
Powertrain > Engine > Data List
Tester Display IGN Advance Standard Ignition Timing
8 to 18° BTDC at idle
NOTE:- Check the ignition timing with the cooling fans off.
- Turn off all electrical systems and the A/C.
- When checking the ignition timing, the transmission should be in neutral or park.
- Check that the ignition timing advances immediately when the engine speed is increased.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Active Test / Connect the TC and TE1 / ON.
Powertrain > Engine > Active Test
Active Test Display Connect the TC and TE1 Data List Display IGN Advance - Monitor IGN Advance.
- Perform the Active Test.
Standard Ignition Timing
8 to 12° BTDC at idle
NOTE:- Check the ignition timing with the cooling fan off.
- Turn off all electrical systems and the A/C.
- When checking the ignition timing, the transmission should be in neutral or park.
- When not using the Techstream:
- Remove the V-bank cover sub-assembly.
See step 2 [10/2015 - 09/2017], or See step 2 [09/2017 - 05/2018], or See step 2 [05/2018 - ]
- Connect the clip of a timing light to the ignition coil wire for the No. 1 cylinder.NOTE:
Use a timing light that detects primary signals.
- Using SST, connect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.
*a DLC3 - SST: 09843-18040
NOTE:- Confirm the terminal numbers before connecting them. Connecting the wrong terminals may damage to electrical components.
- Check the ignition timing with the cooling fans off.
- Turn off all the electrical systems and the A/C.
- When checking the ignition timing, the transmission should be in neutral or park.
- Connect the clip of a timing light to the ignition coil wire for the No. 1 cylinder.NOTE:
Use a timing light that detects primary signals.
- Start the engine and run it at idle.
- Check the ignition timing at idle.
Standard Ignition Timing
8 to 12° BTDC at idle
NOTE:When checking the ignition timing, the transmission should be in neutral or park.
HINT:
Run the engine at 1000 to 1300 rpm for 5 seconds, and then check that the engine rpm returns to engine idle speed.
- Disconnect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.
- Check the ignition timing at idle.
Standard Ignition Timing
8 to 18° BTDC at idle
- Check that the ignition timing advances immediately when the engine idle speed is increased.
- Disconnect the clip of the timing light from the ignition coil wire for the No. 1 cylinder.
- Install the V-bank cover sub-assembly.
See step 98 [10/2015 - 05/2018], or Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 99 [05/2018 - ]
- Remove the V-bank cover sub-assembly.
- Warm up and stop the engine.
- INSPECT ENGINE IDLE SPEED
- Warm up and stop the engine.
HINT:
A warmed up engine should have an engine coolant temperature of over 80°C (176°F), an engine oil temperature of 60°C (140°F), and the engine idle speed should be stabilized.
- When using the Techstream:
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Start the engine and run it at idle.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Engine Speed.
Powertrain > Engine > Data List
Tester Display Engine Speed - Inspect the engine idle speed.
Standard Idle Speed
700 to 800 rpm
NOTE:- Check the idle speed with the cooling fans off.
- Turn off all the electrical systems and the A/C.
- When checking the engine idle speed, the transmission should be in neutral or park.
HINT:
Refer to the Techstream operator's manual for further details.
If the idle speed is not as specified, check the air intake system.
- When not using the Techstream:
- Using SST, connect a tachometer probe to terminal 9 (TAC) of the DLC3.
*a DLC3 - SST: 09843-18030
NOTE:Confirm the terminal numbers before connecting them. Connecting the wrong terminals may damage the electrical components.
- Start the engine and run it at idle.
- Inspect the engine idle speed.
Standard Idle Speed
700 to 800 rpm
NOTE:- Check the engine idle speed with the cooling fans off.
- Turn off all the electrical systems and the A/C.
- When checking the engine idle speed, the transmission should be in neutral or park.
HINT:
If the idle speed is not as specified, check the air intake system.
- Turn the engine switch off.
- Disconnect the tachometer probe from terminal 9 (TAC) of the DLC3.
- Using SST, connect a tachometer probe to terminal 9 (TAC) of the DLC3.
- Warm up and stop the engine.
- INSPECT COMPRESSION
- Warm up and stop the engine.
HINT:
A warmed up engine should have an engine coolant temperature of over 80°C (176°F), an engine oil temperature of 60°C (140°F), and the engine idle speed should be stabilized.
- Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [10/2015 - 09/2017], or Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [09/2017 - ]
- Remove the air cleaner cap with air cleaner hose.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 6
- Remove the battery.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3 [10/2015 - 09/2017], or Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3 [09/2017 - ]
- Remove the 8 spark plugs.
Refer to REMOVAL [10/2015 - 09/2017] , or Refer to REMOVAL [09/2017 - ]
- Disconnect the throttle body with motor assembly connector.
- Push the lock and move the lock lever of each connector (with lock) as shown in the illustration and disconnect the 6 connectors (with lock) from the 2 injector drivers.
*a Lock Lever *b Lock *c Connector (with Lock) - Disconnect the 2 injector driver connectors.
- Insert a compression gauge into the spark plug hole.
- Install the battery.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1
- Connect the cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- Fully open the throttle valve.
- Depress and hold the brake pedal, and turn the engine switch on (IG). Then check the compression pressure.
Standard Compression Pressure
1400 kPa (14.3 kgf/cm2 , 203 psi)
Minimum Compression Pressure
1000 kPa (10.2 kgf/cm2 , 145 psi)
Pressure Difference between Each Cylinder
100 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm2 , 15 psi) or less
NOTE:- Always use a fully charged battery to obtain an engine speed of 250 rpm or more.
- Inspect all cylinders in the same way.
- Measure the compression pressure as quickly as possible.
- If the cylinder compression pressure is low, pour a small amount of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole, then inspect it again.
HINT:
- If adding oil increases the compression pressure, the piston rings and/or cylinder bore may be worn or damaged.
- If the compression pressure stays low, a valve may be stuck or seated improperly, or there may be leaks in the cylinder head gasket.
- Disconnect the cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [10/2015 - 09/2017], or Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [09/2017 - ]
- Remove the battery.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3 [10/2015 - 09/2017], or Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3 [09/2017 - ]
- Install the 8 spark plugs.
Refer to INSTALLATION [10/2015 - ]
- Install the battery.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1
- Install the air cleaner cap with air cleaner hose.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- Connect the 2 injector driver connectors.
*a Lock Lever *b Connector (with Lock) - Connect the 6 connectors (with lock) to the 2 injector drivers and move the lock lever to engage the lock of each connector (with lock) as shown in the illustration.NOTE:
Securely connect the connectors (with lock) to the injector driver and engage the lock.
- Connect the throttle body with motor assembly connector.
- Connect the cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- Clear the DTCs.
Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [10/2015 - ]
NOTE:After the inspection, clear the DTCs, check for DTCs again and make sure the normal system code is output.
- Warm up and stop the engine.
- INSPECT CO/HC
HINT:
This check determines whether the idle CO/HC complies with regulations.
- Start the engine.
- Keep the engine speed at 2500 rpm for approximately 180 seconds.
- Insert a CO/HC meter testing probe at least 40 cm (1.31 ft.) into the tail pipe during idle.
- Check the CO/HC concentration during idle and when the engine is running at 2500 rpm.
HINT:
When performing the 2 mode (with the engine idling/running at 2500 rpm) test, the measurement procedures are determined by applicable local regulations.
If the CO/HC concentration does not comply with the regulations, perform troubleshooting in the following order.
- Check the air fuel ratio sensor and heated oxygen sensor operation.
- Check for DTCs.
Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [10/2015 - ]
- See the following table for possible causes, then inspect the applicable parts and repair them if necessary.
CO HC Problem Cause Normal High Rough idle - Faulty ignition:
- Incorrect valve timing
- Fouled, shorted or improperly gapped spark plugs
- Leaks in intake or exhaust valves
- Leaks in cylinders
Low High Rough idle
(Fluctuating HC reading)- Vacuum leaks:
- PCV hoses
- Intake manifold
- Throttle body with motor assembly
- Lean mixture causing misfire
High High Rough idle
(Black smoke from exhaust)- Restricted air cleaner filter element sub-assembly
- Plugged PCV valve
- Faulty SFI system:
- Incorrect pressure
- ECT sensor
- ECM
- Fuel injector assemblies
- Throttle position sensor (built into throttle body with motor assembly)
- Mass air flow meter sub-assembly
- Faulty ignition: