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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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Symptom Suspect area Engine will not start or struggle to start Vapor hose damaged or disconnected Engine strugg ...

Smart key. Repair procedures
Smart Key Smart Key Code Saving 1. Connect the DLC cable of GDS to the data link connector in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on GDS. ...

Automatic Transaxle. Repair procedures
Removal 1. Remove the following items; A. Air duct (A) and engine cover (B). (Refer to "Intake and Exhaust system" in EM group. ...