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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Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S). Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the HO2S connector. 3. Measure resistance between th ...

Curtain Airbag (CAB) Module. Components and Components Location
Components ...

TPMS Receiver. Repair procedures
Replacement When the receiver first arrives for replacement: 1) It will be in Virgin State. ...