Purpose, Function
Ensures vacuum required for braking force to compensate for the decrease in intake manifold vacuum applied to the power brake unit caused by the retard intake valve closing.
Construction
The vacuum pump is installed to the rear housing.

For smooth vane rotation, a single-vane type vacuum pump has been adopted which is equipped with an engine oil lubrication passage.

Operation
Because the vacuum pump is directly engaged with the exhaust camshaft, the vane in the vacuum pump rotates together with the exhaust camshaft, and the vacuum chamber is expanded and vacuum is generated.

Vacuum generation mechanism

Vacuum Pump Removal/InstallationFront Console Box Removal/Installation
NOTE:
Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the position indicated by the
arrow in the figure and detach clips A.
2. Pull the front console box in the direction of the arrow (2) and remove it
while d ...
On/Off Solenoid [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The on/off solenoid performs switching of the shift valve in the control
valve body according to the vehicle conditions.
Construction
The on/off solenoid is installed to the solenoid control valve body.
The on/off solenoid is a normal open-type on/off ...
Automatic Transaxle Outline [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Outline
Contribution to low fuel economy
Wide TCC range
Clutch/brake resistance reduction
Realized direct feel and quick shifting
Oil passage resistance reduction and improved clutch/brake response
b ...