Purpose, Function
The camshaft is rotated by receiving the rotation force of the crankshaft via the timing chain. The valve is opened and closed according to the cam shape at this time.
Construction
The camshaft is installed to the cylinder head.

The intake camshaft is a five-bearing type and the exhaust camshaft is a six-bearing type.
The camshaft thrust force is suppressed by the No.1 journal.
The camshaft has the following parts shown in the figure.

Valve timing
Type A

Type B

Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor
Cylinder Head CoverPassenger Compartment Temperature Sensor Removal/Installation [Full Auto Air
Conditioner]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front scuff plate (driver-side).
b. Front side trim (driver-side).
c. Switch panel.
d. Decoration panel.
e. Shift lever knob (MTX).
f. Front console box.
g. Shift panel.
h. Upper panel.
i. Rear console. ...
Upper Panel Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front console box.
b. Shift lever knob (MTX).
c. Shift panel.
3. Open the console lid.
4. Remove the button, then open the fastener.
5. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and remove the upper panel ...
Pressure Sensor [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The pressure sensor determines at an earlier stage whether to detonate the
air bag on the side of the vehicle (around front door) receiving an impact.
This is for improved accuracy of the side air bag operation (deployment).
Function
When the vehicle is involved in ...