Engine Mechanical (2AZ-FE) (Except Hybrid): Engine: Inspection
- INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT
- Inspect the engine coolant (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION ).
- INSPECT ENGINE OIL
- Inspect the engine oil (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION ).
- INSPECT BATTERY
- Inspect the battery (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION ).
- INSPECT SPARK PLUGS
- Inspect the spark plugs (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION ).
- INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY
- Remove the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly.
- Visually check that there is no dirt, blockage, and/or damage to the air cleaner filter element.
HINT:
- If there is any dirt or a blockage in the air cleaner filter element, clean it with compressed air.
- If any dirt or a blockage remains even after cleaning the air cleaner filter element with compressed air, replace it.
- INSPECT IGNITION TIMING
- Warm up the engine.
- When using the Techstream:
Check the ignition timing.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
NOTICE:
- Turn off all electrical systems before connecting the Techstream.
- Perform this inspection after the cooling fan motors are turned off.
- Enter the following menus: Power Train / Engine and ECT / Data List / IGN Advance
- Start the engine.
- According to the display on the Techstream, read the Data List.
Ignition timing:
When checking the ignition timing, the transmission should be in neutral.
- Check that the ignition timing advances immediately when the engine speed is increased.
- Turn the ignition switch off.
- Disconnect the Techstream from the DLC3.
- When not using the Techstream:
Check the ignition timing.
- Remove the No. 1 engine cover sub-assembly.
- Open the ignition cover located to the right of the No. 4 ignition coil.
- Pull the wire harness out from the IG cover.
- Connect the timing light to the wire harness.
NOTICE:
Use a timing light that detects the primary signal.
- Using SST, connect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.
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NOTE:- Confirm the terminal numbers before connecting them. Connection with a wrong terminal can damage the engine.
- Turn off all electrical systems before connecting the terminals.
- Perform this inspection after the cooling fan motor is turned off.
- Check the ignition timing at idle.
Ignition timing:
8 to 12° BTDC at idle
NOTICE:
When checking the ignition timing, the transmission should be in neutral.
HINT:
After engine rpm is kept at 1000 to 1300 rpm for 5 seconds, check that it returns to idle speed.
- Disconnect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.
- Check the ignition timing at idle.
Ignition timing:
5 to 15° BTDC at idle
- Confirm that the ignition timing advances when the engine rpm is increased.
- Turn the ignition switch off.
- Remove the timing light.
- Close the IG cover.
- Install the No. 1 engine cover sub-assembly.
- INSPECT ENGINE IDLE SPEED
- Warm up the engine.
- When using the Techstream:
Check the idle speed.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
HINT:
Refer to the Techstream operator's service information for further details.
- Enter the following menus: Power Train / Engine and ECT / Data List / Engine Speed
Idle speed
IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONItem Specified Condition M/T 650 to 750 rpm A/T 610 to 710 rpm NOTE:- When checking the idle speed, the transmission should be in neutral.
- Check the idle speed with the cooling fan off.
- Switch off all accessories and air conditioning before connecting the Techstream.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- When not using the Techstream:
Check the idle speed.
- Using SST, connect the tachometer tester probe to terminal 9 (TAC) of the DLC3.
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- Check the idle speed.
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Idle speed
- Using SST, connect the tachometer tester probe to terminal 9 (TAC) of the DLC3.
IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONItem Specified Condition M/T 650 to 750 rpm A/T 610 to 710 rpm - INSPECT COMPRESSION
- Warm up and stop the engine.
- Disconnect the injector connectors.
- Remove the ignition coils.
- Remove the spark plugs.
- Check the cylinder compression pressure.
- Insert a compression gauge into the spark plug hole.
- Fully open the throttle.
- While cranking the engine, measure the compression pressure.
Compression pressure:
1360 kPa (13.9 kgf/ cm 2 , 197 psi)
Minimum pressure:
0.98 MPa (10 kgf/ cm 2 , 142 psi)
Difference between each cylinder:
100 kPa (1.0 kgf/ cm 2 , 14 psi)
NOTE:- Always use a fully charged battery to obtain an engine speed of 250 rpm or more.
- Check the other cylinders' compression pressure in the same way.
- This measurement must be done as quickly as possible.
- If the cylinder compression is low, pour a small amount of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole and inspect again.
HINT:
- If adding oil increases the compression, the piston rings and/or cylinder bore may be worn or damaged.
- If pressure stays low, a valve may be stuck or seated improperly, or there may be leakage in the gasket.
- INSPECT CO/HC
- Start the engine.
- Run the engine at 2,500 rpm for approximately 180 seconds.
- Insert the CO/HC meter testing probe at least 40 cm (1.3 ft) into the tailpipe during idling.
- Immediately check CO/HC concentration at idle and/or 2,500 rpm.
HINT:
- Complete the measuring within 3 minutes.
- Check regulations and restrictions in your area when performing 2 mode CO/HC concentration testing (engine check at both idle speed and at 2,500 rpm).
- If the CO/HC concentration does not comply with regulations, troubleshoot in the order given below.
- Check A/F sensor and heated oxygen sensor operation (See INSPECTION ).
- See the table below for possible causes, and then inspect and repair.
CO/HC PROBLEM CHARTCO HC Problems Causes Normal High Rough idle - Faulty ignitions:
- Incorrect timing
- Fouled, shorted or improperly gapped plugs
- Incorrect valve clearance
- Leaky intake and exhaust valves
- Leaky cylinders
Low High Rough idle (fluctuating HC reading) - Vacuum leaks:
- PCV hoses
- Intake manifold
- Throttle body
- Brake booster line
- Lean mixture causing misfire
High High Rough idle (black smoke from exhaust) - Restricted air filter
- Plugged PCV valve
- Faulty SFI system:
- Faulty pressure regulator
- Defective ECT
- Defective MAF meter
- Faulty ECM
- Faulty injectors
- Faulty throttle position sensor