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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Opening the fuel filler lid
The fuel filler lid must be opened from inside the vehicle by pushing the fuel filler lid opener button. ✽ NOTICE If the fuel filler lid will not open because ice has formed around it, ...

Crash Pad. Components and Components Location
Components 1. Main crash pad 2. Air vent 3. Center air vent 4. Cluster lower panel 5. Cluster assembly 6. Cluster facia side panel 7. Key set bezel 8. ...

Restrictions in handling keys
When leaving keys with parking lot and valet attendants, the following procedures will ensure that your vehicle’s trunk and glove box compartment can only be opened with the mechanical key. L ...