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PGM-FI System Description - Overview

Engine Improvement 

Two inlet valves and two exhaust valves are located in a pent roof type combustion chamber. In addition, combustion efficiency is improved while higher intake and exhaust efficiency is achieved by the optimization of the engine specifications, including the compression ratio, ignition timing and valve timing. An electronic fuel injection system is adopted for the fuel supply system. The PCM corrects the fuel consumption based on the feedback signals from the A/F sensor and secondary heated oxygen sensor.

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System 

The EGR system reduces oxides of nitrogen (NOx) emissions by recirculating exhaust gas through the EGR pipe, the EGR cooler, the intake manifold, and into the combustion chambers. Routing the exhaust gas through the EGR pipe helps to prevent carbon deposits from forming in the intake manifold and the throttle body. The PCM memory includes the ideal EGR valve position for varying operating conditions.

Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) 

The TWC converts hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide (CO), and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) in the exhaust gas to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water vapor.

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EMISSION REDUCTION SYSTEM ITEM PURPOSE
Engine Improvement PGM-FI System Emission reduction of CO, HC, NOx
Fuel Cutoff Control
  • Protect the catalytic converter
  • Emission reduction of HC
  • Improvement of fuel consumption
Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) control Emission reduction of CO, HC, NOx
Idle Control System Balance of emission reduction and drivability
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System EGR System Emission reduction of NOx
Catalytic Converter System Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) Emission reduction of CO, HC, NOx
Others Self-diagnosis The functions of the fuel and emission control systems are managed by the powertrain control module (PCM).
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System Emission reduction of HC
Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Emission reduction of HC

Engine Compartment PCM 

For serviceability and weight-reduction the wire harness has been shortened. The PCM is now positioned near the air cleaner in the engine compartment.

To ensure the PCM operation in the engine compartment, the PCM main body and the connectors are waterproof. When diagnostic/troubleshooting is done at the PCM connector, use the terminal test port above the terminal you need to check, not the wire side.

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