The catalytic converter of the gasoline engine is a three way catalyst. It oxidizes carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons (HC), and separates oxygen from the oxides of nitrogen (NOx).

There are two types of three-way catalyst; Palette type and Monolith type.

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Description and Operation

Description Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications and the addition of special control components. Modifications to the combustion chamber, ...

CVVT (Continuously Variable Valve Timing) System. Description and Operation

Description Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) system advances or retards the valve timing of the intake and exhaust valve in accordance with the ECM control signal which is calculated ...

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Rear Shock Absorber. Components and Components Location
Components 1. Self locking nut 2. Bracket assembly 3. Bumper rubber 4. Dust cover 5. Shock absorber ...

Balance Shaft & Oil Pump. Repair procedures
Removal 1. Remove the timing chain. (Refer to Timing system in this group) 2. Install a stopper pin (A) after compressing the balance ...

Wheel. Repair procedures
Hub nut tightening sequence Tighten the hub nuts as follows. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft) ...