Electronic Engine Controls
The electronic engine controls consist of the following
- power control module (PCM)
- throttle position (TP) sensor
- idle air control (IAC) valve
- engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor
- camshaft position (CMP) sensor
- fuel pump driver module
- fuel injection pressure and temperature sensor
- crankshaft position (CKP) sensor
- mass air flow (MAF) sensor
- intake air temperature (IAT) sensor
- heated oxygen sensor (HO2S)
- catalyst monitor sensor
- knock sensor (KS) (4V)
- output shaft speed (OSS) sensor
- power steering pressure (PSP) switch (4V)
The PCM
- accepts input from various engine sensors to compute the required fuel flow rate necessary to maintain a prescribed air/fuel ratio throughout the entire engine operational range.
- outputs a command to the fuel injectors to meter the appropriate quantity of fuel.
- determines and compensates for the age of the vehicle and its uniqueness, also automatically senses and compensates in altitude (i.e. from sea level to above sea level).
The TP sensor
- sends the PCM a signal indicating the throttle plate angle.
- is the main input to the PCM from the driver.
The IAC valve
- is used to control engine idle speed.
- is controlled by the PCM.
The ECT sensor
- sends the PCM a signal indicating engine temperature.
- resistance decreases as coolant temperature increases.
The CMP sensor
- provides camshaft position information which is used by the PCM for fuel synchronization.
The fuel injection pressure and temperature sensor
- measures the pressure and temperature of the fuel in the fuel supply manifold and sends these signals to the PCM.
- uses intake manifold vacuum as a pressure reference.
The fuel pump driver module
- receives signals from the PCM.
- duty cycles the fuel pump. The fuel pump relay engages the fuel pump when energized by the powertrain control module through the fuel pump driver module.
The CKP sensor
- sends the PCM a signal indicating crankshaft position.
- is essential for calculating spark timing.
The KS 3.0L (4V)
- is used to detect engine detonation (spark knock).
- sends a voltage signal to the PCM which retards the ignition timing, as necessary.
The MAF sensor
- uses a hot wire sensing element to measure the amount of air entering the engine.
- sends a signal to the PCM to determine the intake air mass. The PCM will then calculate the required fuel injector pulse width in order to provide the desired air/fuel ratio.
The catalyst monitor sensor
- has the ability to create a voltage signal dependent on exhaust oxygen content.
- provides feedback information to the PCM used to calculate fuel delivery.
The HO2S
- monitors oxygen content after it flows through the catalytic converter.
- provides a voltage to the PCM used to calculate catalytic converter integrity.
The PSP switch
- is a normally closed switch that opens as pressure increases.
- is used to send a signal to the PCM to adjust idle speed. This compensates for the additional load on the engine. For additional information, refer to «POWER STEERING»(ref-233694) .
The OSS
- is able to provide a signal which tells the PCM the vehicle speed. For additional information, refer to «AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 4F50N»(ref-233690) .
See INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE .
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- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Remove the accelerator cable snow shield. Remove the pin-type retainers. Remove the accelerator cable snow shield.
- Detach the spark plug wire retainer.
- Detach the wiring harness from the intake manifold support.
- Release the fuel charging wiring harness from the valve cover studs. Position the wiring harness away from the camshaft position sensor.
- Remove the camshaft position (CMP) sensor. Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the screws and the CMP.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Remove the camshaft position (CMP) sensor. Remove the electrical connector. Remove the bolt and the CMP sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Material
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent | WSS-M2C153-H |
MATERIAL ITEM SPECIFICATION
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- Rotate the crankshaft until the No. 1 cylinder is at TDC of the compression stroke and the TDC mark lines up with the timing mark.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Remove the camshaft position (CMP) sensor. For additional information, refer to «CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR - 3.0L (2V)»(ref-233703-S26559447342006052600000) .
- Remove the camshaft synchronizer bolt.
- Remove the camshaft synchronizer.
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- Install the special tool on the camshaft synchronizer by rotating the tool until it engages the notch in the camshaft synchronizer housing and the armature.
- Install the camshaft synchronizer housing assembly so the arrow on the special tool is 38 degrees from the centerline of the engine.
- Install the camshaft synchronizer bolt.
- Install the CMP sensor. For additional information, refer to «CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR - 3.0L (2V)»(ref-233703-S26559447342006052600000) .
- Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
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- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to «JACKING & LIFTING»(ref-233684) .
- Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor. Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the bolts and the CKP sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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- With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING & LIFTING»(ref-233684) .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to «ACCESSORY DRIVE»(ref-233714) .
- Remove the nut and position the power steering pressure line, muffler and bracket assembly out of the way.
- Remove the right front fender splash shield. Remove the screws. Remove the pin-type retainer. Remove the RH front fender splash shield.
- Remove the screws and the generator splash shield.
- Remove the left-hand upper stud bolt and the lower generator bolt. Loosen the right upper stud bolt.
- Pivot the generator away from the engine block.
- Remove the engine-to-transaxle support bracket. Remove the nuts. Remove the bolts. Remove the support bracket.
- Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor. Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the bolt and the CKP sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP | WSS-M2C153-H |
MATERIAL ITEM SPECIFICATION
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- Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to «FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION»(ref-233735) .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Disconnect the fuel injection pressure and temperature sensor electrical connector and the vacuum hose.
- Remove the bolts and the fuel injection pressure and temperature sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE COOLING»(ref-233700) .
- Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the ECT sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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- Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE COOLING»(ref-233700) .
- Remove the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to «INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING»(ref-233699) .
- Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the ECT sensor. Pull upward on the locking tab. Rotate the sensor counterclockwise and remove.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Disconnect the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the two retaining screws and the MAF sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Penetrating and Lock Lubricant | E8AZ-19A501-B N/A |
| High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant F6AZ-9L494-AA | ESE-M12A4-A |
MATERIAL ITEM SPECIFICATION
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- Disconnect the H02S electrical connector.
- Remove the HO2S from the exhaust manifolds using the special tool. If necessary, lubricate the heated oxygen sensors with lock lubricant to assist in removal.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Apply a light coat of anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the heated oxygen sensors (HO2S).
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- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING & LIFTING»(ref-233684) .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-233724) .
- Disconnect the knock sensor (KS) electrical connector.
- Remove the bolt and the KS.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.