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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Satellite radio reception
You may experience difficulties in receiving XMâ„¢ satellite radio signals in the following situations. If you are driving in a tunnel or a covered parking area. If you are driving beneath t ...

Power Door Lock Actuators. Repair procedures
Inspection Front Door Lock Actuator Inspection 1. Remove the front door trim. (Refer to the BD group - "Front door") 2. R ...

Components and Components Location
Components 1. Piston ring 2. Piston 3. Connecting rod 4. Connecting rod upper bearing 5. Piston pin 6. Connecting rod lower bearing 7. Connecting rod bea ...