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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[ULEV]

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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Variable Intake Solenoid (VIS) Valve. Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the VIS valve connector. 3. Measure resistance betwe ...

Seat belt warning (for driver’s seat)
The driver's seat belt warning light and chime will activate to the following table when the ignition switch is in "ON" position. *1 Warning pattern repeats 11 times with an inter ...

Engine compartment
■ 2.4 GDI 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse box 6. Positive battery terminal 7. Negative battery terminal 8. W ...