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Engine Mechanical (3UZ-FE): Co/HC: Inspection

HINT:

This check is used only to determine whether or not the idle CO/HC complies with regulations.

  1. INITIAL CONDITIONS 
    1. Engine at normal operating temperature
    2. Air cleaner installed
    3. All pipes and hoses of air induction system connected
    4. All accessories switched OFF
    5. All vacuum lines properly connected
    6. SFI system wiring connectors fully plugged
    7. Ignition timing checked correctly
    8. Transmission in neutral position
    9. Tachometer and CO/HC meter calibrated by hand
  2. START ENGINE 
  3. RACE ENGINE AT 2,500 RPM FOR APPROX. 180 SECONDS 
  4. INSERT CO/HC METER TESTING PROBE AT LEAST 40 cm (1.3 ft) INTO TAILPIPE DURING IDLING 
  5. IMMEDIATELY CHECK CO/HC CONCENTRATION AT IDLE AND/OR 2,500 RPM 
    Fig 1: Checking CO/HC Concentration At Idle
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    Complete the measuring within 3 minutes.

    HINT:

    When performing the 2 mode (2,500 rpm and idle) test, follow the measurement order prescribed by the applicable local regulations.

    If the CO/HC concentration does not comply with regulations, troubleshoot in the order given below.

    1. Check oxygen sensor operation. (See DTC P0130, DTC P0150, DTC P2195, DTC P2196, DTC P2197 OR DTC P2198 )
    2. See Fig 2 below for possible causes, then inspect and correct the applicable causes if necessary.
    Fig 2: CO/HC Symptom Causes Chart
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