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4) Make sure that A/C switch is ªOFFº and air conditioner is not
operating. If NG, check air conditioner circuit. Refer to HA-35
or HA-30, ªTROUBLE DIAGNOSESº. After repair, go to the
next step.
5) Check for blocked coolant passage.
a) Warm up engine to normal operating temperature, then grasp
radiator upper hose and lower hose and make sure that cool-
ant flows.
If NG, go to ªDiagnostic Procedureº, EC-316. After repair, go
to the next step.
Be extremely careful not to touch any moving or adjacent
parts.
6) Check for blocked radiator air passage.
a) When market fog lamps have been installed, check for dam-
aged fans and clogging in the condenser and radiator.
b) Check the front end for clogging caused by insects or debris.
c) Check for improper fitting of front-end cover, damaged radia-
tor grille or bumper, damaged vehicle front.
If NG, take appropriate action and then go to the next step.
7) Check function of ECT sensor.
Refer to step 6 of ªDiagnostic Procedureº, EC-316.
If NG, replace ECT sensor and go to the next step.
8) Check ignition timing. Refer to basic inspection, EC-101.
Make sure that ignition timing is 15ɱ5É at idle.
If NG, adjust ignition timing and then recheck.
Diagnostic ProcedureNBEC0614
1 CHECK COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAK
Apply pressure to the cooling system with a tester, and check if the pressure drops.
Testing pressure: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2, 23 psi)
CAUTION:
Higher than the specified pressure may cause radiator damage.
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Pressure should not drop.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 3.
NG©GO TO 2.
DTC P0217 COOLANT OVERTEMPERATURE ENRICHMENT PROTECTION
Overall Function Check (Cont'd)
EC-316

Main 12 Causes of OverheatingNBEC0615
Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
OFF 1IBlocked radiator
IBlocked condenser
IBlocked radiator grille
IBlocked bumperIVisual No blocking Ð
2ICoolant mixtureICoolant tester 50 - 50% coolant mixture See MA-11, ªRECOM-
MENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTSº.
3ICoolant levelIVisual Coolant up to MAX level
in reservoir tank and
radiator filler neckSee MA-14, ªChanging
Engine Coolantº.
4IRadiator capIPressure tester 59 - 98 kPa
(0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm
2,9-14
psi) (Limit)See LC-11, ªSystem
Checkº.
ON*
25ICoolant leaksIVisual No leaks See LC-11, ªSystem
Checkº.
ON*
26IThermostatITouch the upper and
lower radiator hosesBoth hoses should be
hotSee LC-16, ªThermostatº
and LC-19, ªRadiatorº.
ON*
17*5ICooling fanICONSULT-II Operating See trouble diagnosis for
DTC P0217 (EC-314).
OFF 8ICombustion gas leakIColor checker chemi-
cal tester 4 Gas ana-
lyzerNegative Ð
ON*
39ICoolant temperature
gaugeIVisual Gauge less than 3/4
when drivingÐ
ICoolant overflow to
reservoir tankIVisual No overflow during driv-
ing and idlingSee MA-14, ªChanging
Engine Coolantº.
OFF*
410ICoolant return from
reservoir tank to radia-
torIVisual Should be initial level in
reservoir tankSee MA-13, ªENGINE
MAINTENANCEº.
OFF 11ICylinder headIStraight gauge feeler
gauge0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)See EM-42, ªInspectionº.
12ICylinder block and pis-
tonsIVisual No scuffing on cylinder
walls or pistonSee EM-63, ªInspectionº.
*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.
*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.
*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 MPH) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.
*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.
*5: Cooling fan is not applied to this vehicle.
For more information, refer to LC-24, ªOVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISº.
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Main 12 Causes of Overheating
EC-319

On Board Diagnosis LogicNBEC0182When a misfire occurs, engine speed will fluctuate. If the engine
speed fluctuates enough to cause the CKP sensor signal to vary,
ECM can determine that a misfire is occurring.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed On board diagnosis of misfire
The misfire detection logic consists of the following two conditions.
1. One Trip Detection Logic (Three Way Catalyst Damage)
On the first trip that a misfire condition occurs that can dam-
age the three way catalyst (TWC) due to overheating, the MIL
will blink.
When a misfire condition occurs, the ECM monitors the CKP
sensor signal every 200 engine revolutions for a change.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not
damage the TWC, the MIL will turn off.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC
on a second trip, the MIL will blink.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not
damage the TWC, the MIL will remain on.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC,
the MIL will begin to blink again.
2. Two Trip Detection Logic (Exhaust quality deterioration)
For misfire conditions that will not damage the TWC (but will
affect vehicle emissions), the MIL will only light when the mis-
fire is detected on a second trip. During this condition, the ECM
monitors the CKP sensor signal every 1,000 engine revolu-
tions.
A misfire malfunction can be detected on any one cylinder or
on multiple cylinders.
Malfunction is detected when multiple cylinders misfire, No. 1 cyl-
inder misfires, No. 2 cylinder misfires, No. 3 cylinder misfires, No.
4 cylinder misfires, No. 5 cylinder misfires and No. 6 cylinder
misfires.
Possible CauseNBEC0490IImproper spark plug
IInsufficient compression
IIncorrect fuel pressure
IThe injector circuit is open or shorted
IInjectors
IIntake air leak
IThe ignition secondary circuit is open or shorted
ILack of fuel
IDrive plate or flywheel
IHeated oxygen sensor 1 (front)
DTC P0300 - P0306 NO.6-1CYLINDER MISFIRE, MULTIPLE CYLINDER
MISFIRE
On Board Diagnosis Logic
EC-320

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DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBEC0183CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.
NOTE:
If ªDTC Confirmation Procedureº has been previously conducted,
always turn ignition switch ªOFFº and wait at least 10 seconds
before conducting the next test.
WITH CONSULT-IINBEC0183S011) Turn ignition switch ªONº, and select ªDATA MONITORº mode
with CONSULT-II.
2) Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
3) Turn ignition switch ªOFFº and wait at least 10 seconds.
4) Start engine again and drive at 1,500 to 3,000 rpm for at least
3 minutes.
Hold the accelerator pedal as steady as possible.
NOTE:
Refer to the freeze frame data for the test driving conditions.
5) If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to ªDiagnostic Procedureº,
EC-321.
WITH GSTNBEC0183S02Follow the procedure ªWith CONSULT-IIº above.
Diagnostic ProcedureNBEC0184
1 CHECK FOR INTAKE AIR LEAK
1. Start engine and run it at idle speed.
2. Listen for the sound of the intake air leak.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 2.
NG©Discover air leak location and repair.
2 CHECK FOR EXHAUST SYSTEM CLOGGING
1. Stop engine and visually check exhaust tube, three way catalyst and muffler for dents.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 3.
NG©Repair or replace it.
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DTC Confirmation Procedure
EC-321

3 PERFORM POWER BALANCE TEST
With CONSULT-II
1. Perform ªPOWER BALANCEº in ªACTIVE TESTº mode.
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2. Is there any cylinder which does not produce a momentary engine speed drop?
Without CONSULT-II
When disconnecting each ignition coil harness connector one at a time, is there any cylinder which does not produce a
momentary engine speed drop?
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YesorNo
Ye s©GO TO 5.
No©GO TO 4.
4 CHECK INJECTOR
Does each injector make an operating sound at idle?
MEC703B
YesorNo
Ye s©GO TO 5.
No©Check injector(s) and circuit(s). Refer to EC-616.
DTC P0300 - P0306 NO.6-1CYLINDER MISFIRE, MULTIPLE CYLINDER
MISFIRE
Diagnostic Procedure (Cont'd)
EC-322

5 CHECK IGNITION SPARK
1. Disconnect ignition wire from spark plug.
2. Connect a known good spark plug to the ignition wire.
3. Place end of spark plug against a suitable ground and crank engine.
4. Check for spark.
SEF575Q
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 6.
NG©Check ignition coil, power transistor and their circuits. Refer to ªDTC P1320 IGNITION
SIGNALº, EC-499
6 CHECK SPARK PLUGS
Remove the spark plugs and check for fouling, etc.
SEF156I
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 7.
NG©Repair or replace spark plug(s) with standard type one(s). For spark plug type, refer to
MA-13, ªENGINE MAINTENANCEº.
7 CHECK COMPRESSION PRESSURE
Check compression pressure. Refer to EM-14, ªMeasurement of Compression Pressureº.
Standard:
1,275 kPa (13.0 kg/cm
2, 185 psi)/300 rpm
Minimum:
981 kPa (10.0 kg/cm
2, 142 psi)/300 rpm
Difference between each cylinder:
98 kPa (1.0 kg/cm
2, 14 psi)/300 rpm
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 8.
NG©Check pistons, piston rings, valves, valve seats and cylinder head gaskets.
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Diagnostic Procedure (Cont'd)
EC-323

8 CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
1. Install all removed parts.
2. Release fuel pressure to zero. Refer to EC-39.
3. Install fuel pressure gauge and check fuel pressure. Refer to EC-39.
At idle:
Approx. 235 kPa (2.4 kg/cm
2, 34 psi)
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 10.
NG©GO TO 9.
9 DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.
IFuel pump and circuit (Refer to EC-625.)
IFuel pressure regulator (Refer to EC-40.)
IFuel lines (Refer to MA-16, ªChecking Fuel Linesº.)
IFuel filter for clogging
©Repair or replace.
10 CHECK IGNITION TIMING
Check the following items. Refer to ªBasic Inspectionº, EC-101.
MTBL0655
OK or NG
OK (With CONSULT-II)©GO TO 11.
OK (Without CONSULT-
II)©GO TO 12.
NG©Follow the ªBasic Inspectionº.
DTC P0300 - P0306 NO.6-1CYLINDER MISFIRE, MULTIPLE CYLINDER
MISFIRE
Diagnostic Procedure (Cont'd)
EC-324

12 CHECK HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR 1 (FRONT)
Without CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Set voltmeter probes between ECM terminal 63 (HO2S1 bank 1 right signal) or 62 (HO2S1 bank 2 left signal) and
engine ground.
3. Check the following with engine speed held at 2,000 rpm constant under no load.
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CAUTION:
Discard any heated oxygen sensor which has been dropped from a height of more than 0.5 m (19.7 in) onto a
hard surface such as a concrete floor; use a new one.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 14.
NG©GO TO 13.
13 REPLACE HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR 1 (FRONT)
1. Turn ignition switch ªOFFº.
2. Check heated oxygen sensor 1 (front) harness protector color.
SEF505Y
©Replace malfunctioning heated oxygen sensor 1 (front).
DTC P0300 - P0306 NO.6-1CYLINDER MISFIRE, MULTIPLE CYLINDER
MISFIRE
Diagnostic Procedure (Cont'd)
EC-326

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Component DescriptionNBEC0185The knock sensor is attached to the cylinder block. It senses
engine knocking using a piezoelectric element. A knocking vibration
from the cylinder block is sensed as vibrational pressure. This
pressure is converted into a voltage signal and sent to the ECM.
Freeze frame data will not be stored in the ECM for the knock
sensor. The MIL will not light for knock sensor malfunction.
The knock sensor has one trip detection logic.
ECM Terminals and Reference ValueNBEC0663Specification data are reference values and are measured between each terminal and ground.
CAUTION:
Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in dam-
age to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.
TERMI-
NAL
NO.WIRE
COLORITEM CONDITION DATA (DC Voltage)
93 W Knock sensor[Engine is running]
IIdle speedApproximately 2.5V
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBEC0187Malfunction is detected when an excessively low or high voltage
from the knock sensor is sent to ECM.
Possible CauseNBEC0491IHarness or connectors
(The knock sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
IKnock sensor
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DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBEC0188NOTE:
If ªDTC Confirmation Procedureº has been previously conducted,
always turn ignition switch ªOFFº and wait at least 10 seconds
before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that bat-
tery voltage is more than 10V at idle.
DTC P0325 KNOCK SENSOR (KS)
Component Description
EC-328

WITH CONSULT-IINBEC0188S011) Turn ignition switch ªONº and select ªDATA MONITORº mode
with CONSULT-II
2) Start engine and run it for at least 5 seconds at idle speed.
3) If DTC is detected, go to ªDiagnostic Procedureº, EC-331.
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DTC Confirmation Procedure (Cont'd)
EC-329