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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Fuel Pressure Control Valve. Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable. 2. Disconnect the fuel pressure regulator valve ...

Fuel Fill Door. Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the fuel fill door cap (A). 2. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the fuel fill door catch pac ...

Components and Components Location
Components 1. Telemetics Unit (TMU) 2. AVN or Audio Head Unit 3. Room Mirror Switch (Blue Link button, Center button, SOS button) 4. Mic 5. Roof Antenna (GPS+CD ...