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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Instrument cluster
1. Tachometer 2. Turn signal indicators 3. Speedometer 4. Engine temperature gauge 5.Warning and indicator lights 6. Fuel gauge 7. Odometer/Trip computer * The actual cluster in the vehicle m ...

Yaw-rate and Lateral G Sensor. Repair procedures
Removal 1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 2. Remove the floor console. 3. ...

Intake Manifold. Repair procedures
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the engine cover. 2. Disconnect the battery negative terminal (A). Tightening tor ...