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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Body Control Module (BCM). Description and Operation
Description Body control module receives various input switch signals controlling time and alarm functions for the intermittent wiper timer, washer timer, rear defogger timer, seat belts ...

Shift Lever. Components and Components Location
Components 1. Shift lever knob 2. Shift lever assembly 3. Sport mode connector 4. Control cable assembly 5. Retainer 6. Automatic transaxle assembly ...

Hands Free Switch. Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Check the hands free remote control switch for resistance between No.3 and No.4 terminals in each switch position. ...