Purpose, Function
The crankshaft converts the reciprocating movement of the piston to a rotational movement via the connecting rod.
The main bearing forms an oil film on the outer surface of the crankshaft journal to prevent wear due to sliding.
Construction
Crankshaft
The crankshaft is installed to the inside (crankcase) of the cylinder block.
The crankshaft has a key groove to match timing to the crankshaft pulley.
The crankshaft has the following parts shown in the figure.
The optimized shaft diameter ratio of the crankshaft journal and crank pin has reduced sliding resistance while maintaining rigidity.
The steel crankshaft has five bearings and eight counterweights for improved accuracy in the rotational balance.
The crankshaft journal and crank pin have been induction hardened* to bear high loads.
The crankshaft has an oil passage for supplying engine oil to the crankshaft journal and crank pin.
Main bearing
The main bearing is installed to the outer surface of the crankshaft journal.
The upper main bearing and lower main bearing are made of aluminum alloy.
The upper main bearing has an oil groove and oil hole.
Thrust force is suppressed by the thrust bearings on both sides of the No.3 journal.
Purge Solenoid Valve Inspection
Airflow Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the purge solenoid valve..
3. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
Measured condition
Continuity between ports A—B
When voltage is not ...
Seat Track Position Sensor Removal/Installation [Two Step Deployment Control
System]
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1min or more..
3. Remove the front driver’s seat..
4. Disconnect the connector from the seat track position sensor by pressing the
connector tab and pulling out the lock lever in the direction of the arro ...
Air Bag System [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Outline
The air bag system is a device that supplements the passenger restraint function
of the seat belts. The air bag system will not have the designed effect if the
seat belts are not worn properly.
The air bag system is composed of the following parts:
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