ENGINE STALLS/QUITS, ENGINE RUNS ROUGH, MISSES, BUCK/JERK, HESITATION/STUMBLE, SURGES [SKYACTIV-G (US)]
ENGINE STALLS/QUITS, ENGINE RUNS ROUGH, MISSES, BUCK/JERK, HESITATION/STUMBLE, SURGES [SKYACTIV-G (US)]
SM2565586
id0103s48898s6
Troubleshooting item |
Engine stalls/quits, engine runs rough, misses, buck/jerk, hesitation/stumble, surges |
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Description
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• Stalling occurs while driving with the throttle open.
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Possible cause
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• Engine overheating
• Drive-by-wire control system operates with brake override system
• PCM DTC is stored
• Erratic signal to PCM
• Improper operation of A/C system
• Improper operation of drive-by-wire control system
• Throttle body malfunction
• Incorrect fuel injection timing
• Fuel injector malfunction
• Purge solenoid valve malfunction
• Improper A/F sensor signal
• Main relay intermittent malfunction
• Poor fuel quality
• Air leakage from intake-air system
• Vacuum leakage
• Intake-air system restriction
• Air cleaner restriction
• Clutch slippage (MTX)
• Fuel leakage
• Engine mount installation loose
• Erratic signal from CKP sensor
• Erratic or no signal from CMP sensor
• Inadequate fuel pressure (high or low pressure side)
• Low engine compression
• Improper intake valve timing
• Improper exhaust valve timing
• Improper operation of electric variable valve timing control system
• Improper operation of hydraulic variable valve timing control system
• Spark plug malfunction
• Exhaust system and/or TWC restriction (PCM DTC is stored.)
• PCV valve malfunction
• Check valve malfunction (Except U.S.A. and CANADA)
• Injector driver (built-into PCM) malfunction
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Possible cause
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Caution
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• Verify the malfunction symptom according to not only the PID value but also the symptom troubleshooting.
Related PIDs
PIDs |
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APP1
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APP2
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CLTCH_PEDAL_POS
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ECT
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ECT_VOLT
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ECT2
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ECT2_VOLT
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FUEL_PRES
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IAT
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LOAD_CALC
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LONG_FUEL_TRIM
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MAF
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MAP
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MAP_VOLT
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A/F_SEN_CUR
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HO2S_OUT_VOLT
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ENG_RPM
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SHRT_FUEL_TRIM
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TP_RELAT
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VSS
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Diagnostic Procedure
Step |
Inspection |
Results |
Action |
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1
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VERIFY IF MALFUNCTION INCLUDES HARD ENGINE STARTING
• Is the engine unable to start after it has stalled?
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Yes
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If the engine is unable to start, perform the symptom troubleshooting “WILL NOT CRANK” and “CRANKS NORMALLY BUT WILL NOT START”.
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No
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Go to the next step.
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2
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VERIFY IF MALFUNCTION INCLUDES ROUGH IDLING
• Does the engine idle rough?
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Yes
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Perform the symptom troubleshooting “ENGINE RUNS ROUGH/ROLLING IDLE”.
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No
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Go to the next step.
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3
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VERIFY IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS OVERHEATING
• Access the ECT PID using the M-MDS. (See PID/DATA MONITOR INSPECTION.)
• Is the ECT PID value less than 116 °C {241 °F} during driving?
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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The cause of this concern could be from the cooling system overheating.
• Perform the symptom troubleshooting “COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS-OVERHEATING”. (See COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS-OVERHEATING [SKYACTIV-G (US)].)
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CONFIRM DRIVE-BY-WIRE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATES WITH BRAKE OVERRIDE SYSTEM
• Perform the DTC inspection for the PCM. (See DTC INSPECTION.)
• Is the DTC P2299:00 present?
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Yes
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Repair the malfunctioning location according to the applicable DTC troubleshooting. (Drive-by-wire control system operates with brake override system.)
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No
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Go to the next step.
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5
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VERIFY PCM DTC
• Perform the DTC inspection for the PCM. (See DTC INSPECTION.)
• Are any DTCs displayed?
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Yes
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Repair the malfunctioning location according to the applicable DTC troubleshooting.
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No
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Go to the next step.
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6
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VERIFY CURRENT INPUT SIGNAL STATUS
• Access the following PIDs using the M-MDS: (See PID/DATA MONITOR INSPECTION.)
• Do the PIDs indicate the correct values under the trouble condition? (See PID/DATA MONITOR TABLE [PCM (SKYACTIV-G (US))].)
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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APP1, APP2 PIDs are not as specified:
• Inspect the APP sensor No.1 and No.2. (See ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
CLTCH_PEDAL_POS PID is not as specified: (MTX)
• Inspect the clutch stroke sensor. (See CLUTCH STROKE SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See CLUTCH STROKE SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
ECT, ECT_VOLT, ECT2, ECT2_VOLT PIDs are not as specified:
• Inspect the ECT sensor No.1 and No.2. (See ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
FUEL_PRES PID is not as specified:
• Inspect the fuel pressure sensor. (See FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
IAT PID is not as specified:
• Inspect the IAT sensor No.1. (See INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
MAF PID is not as specified:
• Inspect the MAF sensor. (See MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
MAP, MAP_VOLT PIDs are not as specified:
• Inspect the MAP sensor. (See MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE PRESSURE (MAP) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE PRESSURE (MAP) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
A/F_SEN_CUR, SHRT_FUEL_TRIM, LONG_FUEL_TRIM PIDs are not as specified:
• Inspect the A/F sensor. (See AIR FUEL RATIO (A/F) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See AIR FUEL RATIO (A/F) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
HO2S_OUT_VOLT PID is not as specified:
• Inspect the HO2S. (See HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location.
• If the malfunction remains:
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INSPECT A/C CUT-OFF CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
• Perform the A/C Cut-off Control System Inspection. (See ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (US)].)
• Does the A/C cut-off operation work properly?
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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Perform the symptom troubleshooting “A/C DOES NOT WORK SUFFICIENTLY” and “A/C IS ALWAYS ON OR A/C COMPRESSOR RUNS CONTINUOUSLY”.
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DETERMINE IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS DRIVE-BY-WIRE CONTROL SYSTEM OR OTHER
• Will the engine run smoothly at part throttle?
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Yes
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Go to Step 10.
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No
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Go to the next step.
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9
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INSPECT DRIVE-BY-WIRE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
• Perform the Electronic Control Throttle Operation Inspection. (See ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (US)].)
• Does the drive-by-wire control system work properly?
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Yes
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Visually inspect the throttle body (damage/scratching).
• If there is any malfunction:
• If there is no malfunction:
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No
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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10
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INSPECT FUEL INJECTOR OPERATION
• Perform the Fuel Injector Operation Inspection. (See FUEL INJECTOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See FUEL INJECTOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Do the fuel injectors operate properly?
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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11
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INSPECT PURGE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
• Perform the Purge Control System Inspection. (See PURGE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See PURGE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Does the purge solenoid valve work properly?
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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12
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INSPECT CURRENT A/F SENSOR SIGNAL
• Inspect the A/F sensor. (See AIR FUEL RATIO (A/F) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See AIR FUEL RATIO (A/F) SENSOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is there any malfunction?
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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Go to Step 14.
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13
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DETERMINE IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS A/F SENSOR MALFUNCTION OR A/F SENSOR RELATED WIRING HARNESS MALFUNCTION
• Switch the ignition off.
• Disconnect the A/F sensor connector.
• Verify the symptom.
• Does the symptom disappear?
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Yes
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Replace the A/F sensor and perform the repair completion verification.
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No
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Inspect the following:
• Exhaust system leakage between exhaust manifold and A/F sensor
• Loose installation of A/F sensor
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14
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INSPECT RELATED PART CONDITION
• Inspect the following:
• Is there any malfunction?
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Yes
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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No
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Go to the next step.
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INSPECT FUEL PRESSURE (HIGH-SIDE)
• Start the engine and warm it up completely.
• Access the FUEL_PRES PID using the M-MDS at idle. (See PID/DATA MONITOR INSPECTION.)
• Is the FUEL_PRES PID value within specification?
Specification:
• Approx. 10 MPa {102 kgf/cm2, 1450 psi}
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Yes
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Go to Step 17.
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No
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Lower than specification:
• Inspect the following:
• If there is any malfunction:
• If there is no malfunction:
Higher than specification:
• Go to the next step.
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16
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INSPECT SPILL VALVE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR SHORT TO GROUND
• Inspect the applicable circuit for a short to ground. (See CIRCUIT INSPECTION.)
• Is the circuit normal?
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Yes
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Replace the high pressure fuel pump and perform the repair completion verification.
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No
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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17
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INSPECT FUEL PRESSURE (LOW-SIDE)
• Connect the fuel pressure gauge between fuel pump and high pressure fuel pump.
• Measure the low side fuel pressure. (See FUEL LINE PRESSURE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See FUEL LINE PRESSURE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is the low side fuel pressure within specification?
Specification:
• 475—555 kPa {4.85—5.65 kgf/cm2, 68.9—80.4 psi}
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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Inspect the following:
• Fuel line restriction
• Fuel filter clogged
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18
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INSPECT THROTTLE BODY FOR CLOGGING
• Visually inspect the throttle valve. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is any foreign material adhering around the throttle valve?
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Yes
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Clean the throttle valve and perform the repair completion verification.
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No
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Go to the next step.
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19
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INSPECT ENGINE COMPRESSION
• Measure the compression pressure for each cylinder. (See COMPRESSION INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See COMPRESSION INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Are compression pressures within specification?
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Yes
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Go to Step 25.
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No
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Go to the next step.
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20
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INSPECT ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DRIVER FOR MALFUNCTION
• Inspect the applicable part. (See ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR/DRIVER INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR/DRIVER INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is the part normal?
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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INSPECT ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR FOR MALFUNCTION
• Inspect the applicable part. (See ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR/DRIVER INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR/DRIVER INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is the part normal?
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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22
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INSPECT ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR FOR MALFUNCTION
• Inspect the applicable part. (See ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is the part normal?
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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INSPECT HYDRAULIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
• Perform the Hydraulic Variable Valve Timing Control System Operation Inspection. (See OCV FOR HYDRAULIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING SYSTEM INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See OIL CONTROL VALVE (OCV) INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is there any malfunction?
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Yes
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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No
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Go to the next step.
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INSPECT FOR MALFUNCTION DUE TO DEVIATED VALVE TIMING
• Inspect the valve timing (timing chain installation condition). (See TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is the valve timing normal?
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Yes
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Inspect for the following engine internal parts:
• Cylinder
• Piston ring
• Intake valve
• Exhaust valve
• Such as cylinder head gasket
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No
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Adjust the valve timing to the correct timing and perform the repair completion verification.
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INSPECT IGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION
• Perform the Spark Test. (See SPARK INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See SPARK INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is a strong blue spark visible at each cylinder?
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Yes
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Go to the next step.
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No
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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INSPECT EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR RESTRICTION
• Inspect for restriction in the exhaust system and the TWC.
• Is there any restriction?
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Yes
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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No
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Go to the next step.
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INSPECT PCV VALVE FOR MALFUNCTION
• Inspect the applicable part. (See POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is the part normal?
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Yes
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Except U.S.A. And CANADA:
• Go to the next step.
U.S.A. And CANADA:
• Injector driver malfunction.
• If the problem remains, overhaul the engine and perform the repair completion verification.
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No
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Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
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INSPECT IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS CHECK VALVE OR INJECTOR DRIVER (PCM INTEGRATED)
• Inspect the check valve. (See CHECK VALVE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See CHECK VALVE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
• Is there any malfunction?
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Yes
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Replace the check valve and perform the repair completion verification.
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No
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Injector driver malfunction.
• Replace the PCM. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
If the problem remains, overhaul the engine and perform the repair completion verification.
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Repair completion verification 1
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VERIFY THAT VEHICLE IS REPAIRED
• Install/connect the part removed/disconnected during the troubleshooting procedure.
• Has the malfunction symptom been eliminated?
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Yes
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Complete the symptom troubleshooting. (Explain contents of repair to customer)
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No
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Refer to the controller area network (CAN) malfunction diagnosis flow to inspect for a CAN communication error.
• If the CAN communication is normal, perform the diagnosis from Step 1.
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Repair completion verification 2
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VERIFY IF MALFUNCTION IS CAUSED BY NOT PERFORMING PCM REPROGRAMMING
• Verify repair information and verify that there is a new calibration in the PCM.
• Is there a new calibration in the PCM?
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Yes
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Perform the PCM reprogramming and verify if the malfunction symptom was corrected.
• If the malfunction recurs, replace the PCM. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].) (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (US))].)
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No
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Replace the PCM.
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