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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the
″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of al l control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Power Generation Variable Voltage Control SystemINFOID:0000000001538880
CAUTION:
For this model, the battery current sensor that is installed to the negative battery cable measures the
charging/discharging current of the battery and performs various engine controls. If an electrical com-
ponent is connected directly to the negative battery terminal, the current flowing through that compo-
nent will not be measured by the battery current sensor. This condition may cause a malfunction of
the engine control system and battery discharge m ay occur. Do not connect an electrical component
or ground wire directly to the battery terminal.
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
NOTE:
To ensure a complete and thorough diagnosis, the battery, starter and generator test segments must be done
as a set from start to finish.
1.PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
Perform the preliminary inspection. Refer to CHG-10, "
Inspection Procedure".
>> GO TO 2.
2.DISABLE THE POWER GENERATION VO LTAGE VARIABLE CONTROL SYSTEM
Disable the power generation voltage variable control with either of the following procedures.
• After selecting “ENGINE” on the “SELECT SYSTEM” screen of CONSULT-III, set the “ALTERNATOR DUTY” value to 0 % by selecting “ALTERNATOR DUTY” with “Active Test”. Continue “Active Test” until the end of
inspection. (When the DUTY value is 0 or 100 %, the normal power generation is performed according to the
characteristic of the IC regulator of the generator.)
• Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the battery current sensor connector and leave it disconnected dur-
ing the course of the test.
NOTE:
Running the engine with the battery current sensor disconnected will cause DTC's (P1550-P1554) to set.
After finishing the inspection, connect the battery current sensor connector and erase the self-diagnostic
results history of the engine using CONSULT-III.
>> GO TO 3.
3.DIAGNOSIS WITH STARTING /CHARGING SYSTEM TESTER
Perform the charging system test using Starting/Charging System Test er (J-44373). For details and operating
instructions, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
Te s t r e s u l t
CHARGING SYSTEM NOMAL>>Charging system is normal and will also show “DIODE RIPPLE” test result.
NO CHARGING VOLTAGE>>GO TO 4.
LOW CHARGING VOLTAGE>>GO TO 12.
HIGH CHARGING VOLTAGE>>GO TO 14.
DIODE RIPPLE NORMAL>>Diode ripple is OK and will also show “CHARGING VOLTAGE” test result.
EXCESS RIPPLE DETECTED>>Replace the generator. Perf orm “DIODE RIPPLE” test again using Starting/
Charging System Tester (J -44373) to confirm repair.
DIODE RIPPLE NOT DETECTED>>GO TO 4.
4.INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (IGNITION SWITCH IS ON)
Turn the ignition switch ON.
Does the charge warning lamp illuminate?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.TERMINAL“2” (OPEN) CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “2” circuit for open circuits. Refer to CHG-14, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the terminal
“2” circuit normal?
YES >> Replace generator.
NO >> Repair as needed.
6.INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (IDLING)
Start the engine and run it at idle.
Does the charge warning lamp turn OFF?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> GO TO 7.
7.TERMINAL “2”(SHORT) CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “2” circuit for short to ground. Refer to CHG-14, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the terminal
“2” circuit normal?
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YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >> Repair as needed.
8.TERMINAL“3” CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “3” circuit. Refer to CHG-15, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the terminal
“3” circuit normal?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> Repair as needed.
9.INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (ENGINE AT 3,000 RPM)
Increase and maintain the engine speed at 3,000 rpm.
Does the charge warning lamp remain off?
YES >> GO TO 11.
NO >> GO TO 10.
10.INSPECTION OF GENERATOR PULLEY
Check generator pulley.
Is generator pulley normal?
YES >> Replace generator. Refer to CHG-22, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair as needed.
11 .TERMINAL “1” CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “1””circuit. Refer to CHG-13, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is terminal
“1” circuit normal?
YES >> Replace generator. Refer to CHG-22, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair as needed.
12.TERMINAL “1” CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “1” circuit. Refer to CHG-13, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is terminal
“1” circuit normal?
YES >> GO TO 13.
NO >> Repair as needed.
13.INSPECTION OF GENERATOR PULLEY
Check generator pulley.
Is generator pulley normal?
YES >> Replace generator. Refer to CHG-22, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair as needed.
14.TERMINAL “3” CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal“3” circuit. Refer to CHG-15, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the terminal
“3” circuit normal?
YES >> Replace generator. Refer to CHG-22, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair as needed.
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POWER GENERATION VOLTAGE VARI
ABLE CONTROL SYSTEM OPER-
ATION INSPECTION
Inspection ProcedureINFOID:0000000001696185
CAUTION:
When performing this inspection, always use a charged battery that has completed the battery inspec-
tion. (When the charging rate of the battery is low, the response speed of the voltage change will
become slow. This can cause an incorrect inspection.)
1.CHECK ECM (CONSULT-III)
Perform ECM self-diagnosis with CONSULT-III. Refer to EC-63, "
CONSULT-III Function (ENGINE)".
Self
-diagnostic results content
No malfunction detected>> GO TO 2
Malfunction detected>> Check applicable parts, and repair or replace corresponding parts.
2.CHECK OPERATION OF POWER GENERATION VOLTAGE VARIABLE CONTROL SYSTEM
1. Connect CONSULT-III and start the engine.
2. The selector lever is in “P” or “N” position and a ll of the electric loads and A/C, etc. are turned OFF.
3. Select “ALTERNATOR DUTY” in “Active Test” of “ENGINE”, and then check the value of “BATTERY
VOLT” monitor when DUTY value of “ALTERNATOR DUTY” is set to 40.0 %.
4. Check the value of “BATTERY VOLT” monitor when DUTY value of “ALTERNATOR DUTY” is set to 80.0%.
Is the measurement val ue within specification?
YES >> Inspection end.
NO >> GO TO 3
3.CHECK IPDM E/R (CONSULT-III)
Perform IPDM E/R self-diagnosis with CONSULT-III. Refer to PCS-14, "
CONSULT - III Function (IPDM E/R)".
Self
-diagnostic results content
No malfunction detected>> GO TO 4
Malfunction detected>> Check applicable parts, and repair or replace corresponding parts.
4.CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN GE NERATOR AND IPDM E/R
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect generator connector E205 and IPDM E/R connector E122.
3. Check continuity between generator harness connector E205 (A) terminal 4 and IPDM E/R harness connector E122 (B) termi-
nal 37. “BATTERY VOLT”
2 seconds after setting the
DUTY value of “ALTERNA-
TOR DUTY” to 40.0 %
: 12 - 13.6 V
“BATTERY VOLT”
20 seconds after setting
the DUTY value of “ALTER-
NATOR DUTY” to 80.0 % : +0.5 V or more against
the value of “BATTERY
VOLT” monitor when
DUTY value is 40.0 %
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Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
E205 4E122 37Yes
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B TERMINAL CIRCUIT
DescriptionINFOID:0000000001696186
The terminal “1” circuit supplies power to charge the battery and operate the vehicles electrical system.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000001696187
1.CHECK TERMINAL “1” CONNECTION
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Verify terminal “1” is clean and tight.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> Repair terminal “1” connection. Confirm repa ir by performing complete Starting/Charging system
test. Refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
2.CHECK TERMINAL “1” CIRCUIT
Check voltage between generator connector E204 terminal 1 and
ground.
Is voltage reading as specified?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Check harness for open between generator and fusible link.
3.CHECK TERMINAL “1” CONNECTION (VOLTAGE DROP TEST)
1. Start engine, then engine running at idle and warm.
2. Check voltage between battery positive terminal and generator connector E204 terminal 1.
Is the voltage reading as specified?
YES >> Terminal “1” circuit is normal. Refer to CHG-5, "Work
Flow".
NO >> Check harness between battery and generator for high resistance.
(+) (-) Voltage
Connector Terminal
E204 1Ground Battery voltage
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(-)Voltage
Connector Terminal
E204 1 Battery positive terminal Less than 0.2V
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L TERMINAL CIRCUIT
L TERMINAL CIRCUIT
DescriptionINFOID:0000000001696188
The terminal “2” (L) circuit controls the charge warning lamp. The charge warning lamp illuminates when the
ignition switch is set to ON or START. When the generator is providing sufficient voltage with the engine run-
ning, the charge warning lamp will go off. If the c harge warning lamp illuminates with the engine running, a
malfunction is indicated.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000001696189
1.CHECK CHARGE WARNING LAMP CIRCUIT CONNECTION
Verify generator connector E205 terminal 2 is clean and tight.
Is the connection secure?
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> Repair the connection. Confirm repair by per forming complete Starting/Charging system test.
Refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
2.CHECK CHARGE WARNING LAMP CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect generator connector E205.
2. Apply ground to generator harness connector E205 terminal 2 with the ignition switch in the ON position.
Does the charge lamp illuminate?
YES >> Check generator function. Refer to CHG-5, "Work Flow".
NO >> GO TO 3
3.CHECK HARNESS CONTINUITY
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect the generator connector E205 and combination meter connector M24.
3. Check continuity between generator harness connector E205 (A) terminal 2 and combination meter harness connector M24
(B) terminal 6.
4. Check continuity between generator harness connector E205 (A) terminal 2 and ground.
Are the continuity results as specified?
YES >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to MWI-76, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair the harness or connector. Charge lamp should illuminate
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Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
E205 2M24 6Yes
A —
Continuity
Connector Terminal
E205 2Ground No
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CONTENTS
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ....... ........................................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
2
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
2
Precaution for Liquid Gasket .....................................3
PREPARATION ............................................4
PREPARATION .............................................. .....4
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......4
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................5
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ...............................6
COOLING SYSTEM ....................................... .....6
Cooling Circuit ..................................................... ......6
Schematic .................................................................7
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS ..................8
Troubleshooting Chart ...............................................8
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENA NCE ....................10
ENGINE COOLANT ....................................... ....10
Inspection ............................................................ ....10
Changing Engine Coolant ........................................11
RADIATOR ........................................................14
Checking Radiator ............................................... ....14
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................15
RADIATOR ....... .................................................15
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....15
ENGINE COOLING FAN ...................................18
Removal and Installation (Crankshaft Driven
Type) .......................................................................
18
Removal and Installation (Motor Driven Type) ........19
WATER PUMP ..................................................20
Removal and Installation .........................................20
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING ..............22
Removal and Installation .........................................22
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... ...
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Standard and Limit .............................................. ....24
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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the
″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of al l control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Liquid GasketINFOID:0000000001538852
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING
• After removing the bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface and
remove the old liquid gasket sealing using Tool.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the mating surfaces.
• Tap the seal cutter to insert it (1).
• In areas where the Tool is difficult to use, lightly tap to slide it (2).
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove the old liquid gasket adhering to the gasket application surface and the mating surface using suitable tool.
• Remove the liquid gasket completely from the groove of the
liquid gasket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces and remove adhering moisture, grease and foreign material.
3. Attach the liquid gasket tube to the Tool. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
4. Apply the liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions.
• If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply theliquid gasket to the groove.
• As for the bolt holes, normally apply the liquid gasket inside
the holes. If specified in the procedure, it should also be
applied outside the holes.
• Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mat-
ing component.
• If the liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
• Do not retighten after the installation.
• Wait 30 minutes or more after installation before refilling the engine with engine oil and engine coolant.
CAUTION:
If there are specific instructions in this manual, observe them.
Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)
WBIA0566E
PBIC0003E
Tool number : WS39930000 ( — )
WBIA0567E
SEM159F
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000001538853
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
K V 1 0 1111 0 0
(J-37228)
Seal cutter Removing steel oil pan and rear timing chain
case
WS39930000
(—)
Tube pressure Pressing the tube of liquid gasket
EG17650301
(J-33984-A)
Radiator cap tester adapter Adapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap
and radiator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
KV991J0010
(J-23688)
Engine coolant refractometer Checking concentration of ethylene glycol in
engine coolant
KV991J0070
(J-45695)
Coolant refill tool For refilling engine cooling system
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(J-24460-92)
Radiator pressure test adapter set Adapting radiator pressure tester to reservoir
filler neck.
NT046
S-NT052
S-NT564
WBIA0539E
LMA053
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001538857
SymptomCheck items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunction Poor heat transfer
Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
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Thermostat stuck closed
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Damaged fins Dust contamination or pa-
per clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tube Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Water cut valve malfunction Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.), phys-
ical damage
Reduced air flow Cooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly —
High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud —— —
Improper engine coolant
mixture ratio ———
Poor engine coolant quality —Engine coolant density —
Insufficient engine coolant Engine coolant leaksCooling hose
Loose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator cap Loose
Poor sealing
Radiator O-ring for da
mage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tank Exhaust gas leaks into cool-
ing system Cylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket deteri-
oration
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