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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License Lamp. Repair procedures
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the lens (A) after loosening the mounting screws. ...

Description and Operation
Description Burglar Alarm System The burglar alarm system is armed automatically after the doors, hood, and trunk lid are closed and locked. The system is set off when any of these ...

Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS). Schematic Diagrams
Circuit Diagram ...