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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Hands Free Mic. Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the roof trim. (Refer to the BD group - "Roof trim") ...

Components and Components Location
Component Location 1. Instrument cluster assembly 2. Seat belt switch 3. Vehicle speed sensor 4. Engine coolant temperature sender 5. Oil pressure switch 6. Brake fl ...

Repair procedures
On-vehicle Inspection • Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals ...