3GR-FSE ENGINE MECHANICAL – ENGINE EM–1
ENGINE
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. INSPECT VALVE LASH ADJUSTER NOISE
(a) Rev up the engine several times. Check that the
engine does not emit unusual noises.
If unusual noises occur, warm up the engine and
idle it for over 30 minutes. Then perform the
inspection above again.
If any defects or problems are found during the
inspection above, perform a lash adjuster
inspection.
2. INSPECT IGNITION TIMING
(a) Warm up the engine and stop the engine.
NOTICE:
A warmed up engine should have an engine
coolant temperature of over 80°C (176°F), have
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an engine oil temperature of 60°C (140°F), and
the engine rpm should be stabilized.
(b) When using the intelligent tester:
(1) Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
(2) Start the engine and idle it.
(3) Push the intelligent tester main switch ON.
(4) Enter the following items: Powertrain / Engine
and ECT / Data list / IGN Advance.
Ignition timing:
5 to 15° BTDC at idle
HINT:
Please refer to the intelligent tester operator's
manual for further detail.
(c) When not using the intelligent tester:
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(1) Remove the V-bank cover sub-assembly.
DLC3 Intelligent Tester
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(2) Connect the tester probe of a timing light to the
wire of the ignition connector for No. 1 cylinder.
NOTICE:
Use a timing light that detects the first
signal.
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(3) Using SST, connect the terminals TC and CG
DLC3 of the DLC3.
CG SST 09843-18040
NOTICE:
• Confirm the terminal numbers before
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terminals can damage the engine.
9 10 1112 131415 16 • When checking the ignition timing, the
transmission should be in the neutral.
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(4) Using a timing light, check the ignition timing.
Ignition timing:
8 to 12 BTDC at idle
(5) Remove the SST from the DLC3.
(6) Check the ignition timing.
Ignition timing:
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(7) Check that the ignition timing advances
immediately when the engine speed is
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(8) Disconnect the timing light from the engine.
(9) Install the V-bank cover sub-assembly.
3. INSPECT ENGINE IDLE SPEED
(a) Warm up and stop the engine.
NOTICE:
A warmed up engine should have an engine
coolant temperature of over 80°C (176°F) and an
engine oil temperature of 60°C (140°F), and the
engine rpm should be stabilized.
(b) When using the intelligent tester :
(1) Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
NOTICE:
Switch off all accessories and A/C before
connecting the intelligent tester.
(2) Race the engine speed at 2,500 rpm for
approx. 90 seconds.
(3) Push the intelligent tester main switch ON.
(4) Enter the following items: powertrain / Engine
and ECT / Data list / Engine SPD.
Idle speed:
600 to 700 rpm
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NOTICE:
DLC3 Intelligent Tester
When checking the idle speed, the
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transmission should be in the neutral.
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HINT:
Please refer to the intelligent tester operator's
manual for further details.
If the idle speed is not as specified, check the
air intake system.
(5) Disconnect the intelligent tester from the DLC3.
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(c) When not using the intelligent tester :
(1) Using SST, connect the tachometer probe to
DLC3 terminal TAC of the DLC3.
SST 09843-18040
NOTICE:
㧝 㧞㧟 㧠 㧡 㧢㧣㧤 Confirm the terminal numbers before
connecting them. Connecting the wrong
9 10 1112 131415 16 terminals can damage the engine.
(2) Race the engine speed 2,500 rpm for approx.
TAC
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(3) Check the idle speed.
Idle speed:
600 to 700 rpm (Transmission neutral
position)
If the speed is not as specified, check the air
intake system.
(4) Disconnect the tachometer from the DLC3.
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4. INSPECT COMPRESSION
(a) Warm up and stop the engine.
NOTICE:
A warmed up engine should have an engine
coolant temperature of over 80°C (176°F) and an
engine oil temperature of 60°C (140°F), and the
engine rpm should be stabilized.
(b) Remove the cool air intake duct seal.
(c) Remove the air cleaner inlet No. 1.
(d) Remove the V-bank cover.
(e) Remove the air cleaner hose No. 1.
(f) Remove the intake air surge tank.
(g) Disconnect the 6 injector connectors.
(h) Remove the 6 ignition coils.
(i) Remove the 6 spark plugs.
(j) Inspect the cylinder compression pressure.
(1) Insert a compression gauge into the spark plug
hole.
(2) While cranking the engine, measure the
compression pressure.
HINT:
Always use a fully charged battery to obtain
engine speed of 250 rpm or more.
NOTICE:
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as possible.
Compression pressure:
1.4 MPa (14 kgf*cm2, 199 psi) or more
Minimum pressure:
0.98 MPa (10.0 kgf*cm2, 142 psi)
Difference between each cylinder:
0.1 MPa (1.0 kgf*cm2, 15 psi) or less
(3) Perform the inspection above for each cylinder.
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(4) If the cylinder compression in one or more
cylinders is low, pour a small amount of engine
oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole.
Then perform the first 3 steps under "inspect
the cylinder compression pressure" for the
cylinders with low compression.
HINT:
• If adding oil helps the compression, it is
likely that the piston rings and / or cylinder
bore are worn or damaged.
• If pressure stays low, a valve may be stuck
or seated improperly, or there may be
leakage in the gasket.
(k) Install the 6 spark plugs.
(l) Install the 6 ignition coils.
(m) Connect the 6 injector connectors.
(n) Install the intake air surge tank.
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(p) Install the V-bank cover.
(q) Install the air cleaner inlet No. 1.
(r) Install the cool air intake duct seal.
5. INSPECT CO/HC
HINT:
This check for determining whether or not the idle CO /
HC complies with regulations.
(a) Start the engine.
(b) Keep the engine speed at 2,500 rpm for approx. 180
seconds.
(c) Insert CO / HC meter testing probe at least 40 cm
(1.3 ft) into tailpipe during idling.
(d) Immediately check CO / HC concentration at idle
and / or 2,500 rpm.
HINT:
• When performing the 2 mode (2,500 rpm and
idle) test, follow the measurement order
prescribed by the applicable local regulations.
• If the CO / HC concentration does not comply
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below.
(1) Check the A/F sensor and heated oxygen
sensor operation.
(2) See the table below for possible cause, then
inspect and correct the applicable causes if
necessary.
CO HC Symptom Causes
Normal High Rough idle 1 .Faulty ignitions
• Incorrect timing
• Fouled, shorted or improperly gapped plugs
2. Leaky intake and exhaust valves
3. Leaky cylinder
Low High Rough idle 1. Vacuum leaks
(Fluctuating HC reading) • PCV hose
• Intake manifold
• Throttle body
2. Lean mixture causing misfire
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CO HC Symptom Causes
High High Rough idle 1. Restricted air filter
(Black smoke from exhaust) 2. Faulty fuel SFI system
• Faulty pressure
• Defective ECT sensor
• Faulty ECM
• Faulty injector
• Faulty throttle position sensor
• Faulty MAF sensor
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