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 CoverRefrigerant Pressure Sensor Inspection [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Install the manifold gauge.
2. Verify the high-pressure side reading of the manifold gauge.
3. Measure the terminal voltage at PCM terminal 2BB, 2AX and 2AJ
4. Using the graph below, measure and verify the terminal voltages at 2AX.
5. Follow the PCM inspection when measuring the other te ...
Rear Window Defroster/Outer Mirror Heater
Outline
Fogging is cleared from the rear window and outer mirror glass by heating
of the filament.
Structural view
System wiring diagram
Vehicles with full-auto air conditioner system
Vehicles with manual air conditioner system
Construction
Rear window defroster
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Oil Pump [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The oil pump generates hydraulic pressure in the oil line of the automatic
transaxle together with supplying lubrication to powertrain related parts.
Construction
The oil pump has adopted a gear type with built-in outer and inner rotors.
The inner roto ...