Purpose
The tachometer notifies the driver of the engine speed.
Function
The instrument cluster controls the tachometer needle based on the engine speed signal from the PCM and displays the engine speed per minute.
Construction
An analog needle display tachometer with a stepping motor mechanism has been adopted.
Operation
The instrument cluster receives (1) the engine speed signal from the PCM when the ignition is switched ON (engine on).
The instrument cluster moves the needle based on the engine speed signal and displays (2) the current engine speed.
Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Purpose, Function
Prevents release of blow-by gas (unburnt gas) into the atmosphere.
The PCV valve is open/closed by the intake manifold vacuum.
Construction
The PCV valve is installed to the oil separator.
The PCV valve consists of a spring and valve.
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Seat Weight Sensor Inspection [Two Step Deployment Control System]
CAUTION:
If any of the following work is performed, perform the seat weight sensor
inspection using the M-MDS.
Removal of the passenger-side seat
Loosening and retightening of passenger’s seat fixing bolts
Or, the vehicle is involved in a collision
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Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
When foreign material such as an iron chip is on the CKP sensor, it can cause
abnormal output from the sensor because of flux turbulence and adversely affect
the engine control. Be sure there is no foreign material on the CKP sensor when
replacing.
Do not assemble t ...