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SECTION 1C1

1.2L DOHC ENGINE MECHANICAL

Caution : Disconnect the negative battery cable before removing or installing any electrical unit or when a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with exposed electrical erminals. Disconnecting this cable will help prevent personal injury and damage to the vehicle. The ignition must also be in LOCK unless otherwise noted.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Specifications

Application
Description
General Data:
.
Engine Type
4 Cylinder (In-Line)
Displacement
1,206 cm³
Bore Stroke
69.7 x 79 mm (2.7441 x 3.1102 in.)
Compression Ratio
10.5 ± 0.2 : 1
Firing Order
1-3-4-2
Cylinder Bore:
.
Diameter
69.7 mm (2.7441 in.)
Out of Round (Maximum)
0.005 mm (0.0002 in.)
Taper (Maximum)
0.07 x 30°
Piston :
.
Diameter
69.7 mm (2.7441 in.)
Clearance to Bore
0.035 ± 0.010 mm (0.0013 ± 0.0177 in.)
Piston Rings:
.
Ring, End Gap:
.
Top Compression
0.15 ~ 0.30 mm (0.0059 ~ 0.0118 in.)
2nd Compression
0.3 ~ 0.45 mm (0.0118 ~ 0.0177 in.)
Groove Clearance:
.
Top Impression
0.02 ~ 0.06 mm (0.00078 ~ 0.00236 in)
2nd Impression
0.06 ~ 0.1 mm (0.00236 ~ 0.00393 in.)
Piston Pin :
.
Diameter
16.995 ~ 17.000 mm (0.6691 ~ 0.6693 in.)
Clearance to Bore
0.006 ~ 0.019 mm (0.00078 ~ 0.00236 in.)
Camshaft:
.
End Play
0.08 ~ 0.26 mm (0.0032 ~ 0.0102 in.)
Journal OD:
.
No. 1
23.939 ~ 23.96 mm (0.9425 ~ 0.9433 in.)
No. 2
23.939 ~ 23.96 mm (0.9425 ~ 0.9433 in.)
No. 3
23.939 ~ 23.96 mm (0.9425 ~ 0.9433 in.)
No. 4
23.939 ~ 23.96 mm (0.9425 ~ 0.9433 in.)
No. 5
23.939 ~ 23.96 mm (0.9425 ~ 0.9433 in.)
Journal ID:
.
No. 1
23 ~ 23.021 mm (0.9055 ~ 0.9063 in.)
No. 2
23 ~ 23.021 mm (0.9055 ~ 0.9063 in.)
No. 3
23 ~ 23.021 mm (0.9055 ~ 0.9063 in.)
No. 4
23 ~ 23.021 mm (0.9055 ~ 0.9063 in.)
No. 5
23 ~ 23.021 mm (0.9055 ~ 0.9063 in.)
Lift - Intake
40.00 mm (1.5748 in.)
Lift - Exhaust
39.45 mm (1.5531 in.)
Crankshaft :
.
Main Journal
.
Diameter (All)
48.982 ~ 49.000 mm (1.9284 ~ 1.9291 in.)
Main Bearing Clearance (All)
0.020 ~ 0.040 mm (0.00079 ~ 0.00158 in.)
Crankshaft End Play
0.08 ~ 0.26 mm (0.0032 ~0.0102 in.)
Connecting Rod Journal:
.
Diameter (All)
41.000 ~ 41.018 mm (1.6142 ~ 1.6149 in.)
Rod Bearing Clearance (All)
0.02 ~ 0.04 mm (0.0008 ~ 0.0016 in.)
Bending
0.03 mm (0.0012 in.)
Valve System:
.
Seat Inner Diameter:
.
Intake
23.862 mm (0.9394 in.)
Exhaust
21.079 mm (0.8299 in. )
Valve Guide Inside Diameter (All)
5.0 ~ 5.012 mm (0.1968 ~ 0.1973 in.)
Valve Stem Diameter
.
Intake
4.972 ± 0.007 mm (0.1957 ± 0.0002 in.)
Exhaust
4.963 ± 0.007 mm (0.1954 ± 0.0002 in.)
Valve Length:
.
Intake
99.17 ± 0.225 mm (3.904 ± 0.009 in.)
Exhaust
100.01 ± 0.225 mm (3.937 ± 0.009 in.)
Valve Spring:
.
Free Legnth
43.57 mm (1.715 in.)
Valve Closed
260 ± 13 N (191 ± 9.6 lbs) @ 32 mm (1.25 in.)

Fastener Tightening Specifcations

Application
N•m
Lb-Ft
Exhaust Manifold Retaining Nuts
20
14.7
Exhaust Manifold Retaining Bolts
25
18.4
Intake Manifold Support Bracket Upper Bolts
2
1.5
Transmission Assembly Blots (M/T & A/T)
60
44.2
Cylinder Head Cover Bracket Bolts
10
7.4
Cylinder Head Bolts
22 + 82°
16.2 + 82°
Cylinder Head Cover Bolts
10
7.4
Accessory Tensioner-Generator Assembly Bracket Mounting Bolt
25
18.4
Generator Adjusting Bolt
20
14.7
Air Cleaner Assembly Bolts
6
4.4
Air Filter Upper Housing Bolts
2
1.5
Engine Mount Retaining Bolts
55
40.5
Engine Mount Bracket Retaining Bolt/Nuts
65
47.9
Oil Level Gage Tube Retaining Bolt
10.5
7.7
Oil Pan Retaining Bolts
10.5
7.7
Oil Pump Cover Bolts
10
7.4
Water Pump Retaining Bolts
33
24.3
Spark Plugs Cable Cover Bolts
10
7.4
Catalytic Converter Retaining Nuts
40
29.5
Camshaft Cap Bolts
10
7.4
Camshaft Sprocket Retaining Bolts
60
44.2
Connecting Rod Bearing Cap Nuts
33
24.3
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Cover Bolts (M6 x 1.0)
10.5
7.7
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Bolts
57.5
42.4
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt
85
62.7
Timing Chain Guide Retaining Bolts
10
7.4
Timing Chain Lever Retaining Bolts
10
7.4
Timing Chain Cover Retaining Bolts (M6 x 1.0)
10.5
7.7
Timing Chain Cover Retaining Bolts (M8 x 1.25)
20
14.7
Timing Chain Tensioner Retaining Bolts
12
8.8
A/C Compressor Mounting Bracket Bolts
30
22.1
Power Steering Pump Bracket Mounting Bolts
25
18.4
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts
20
14.7
Front Exhaust Pipe-to-Main Catalytic Converter Nuts
40
29.5
Front Exhaust Pipe-to-Front Muffler Nuts
40
29.5
Flywheel/Flexible Plate Bolts
45
33.2
Intake Manifold Retaining Bolts
10
7.4
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts
15
11
Oil Pressure Switch Fitting
30
22.1
Accessory Tensioner Hex-Socket Bolt (M8)
45
33.2

SPECIAL TOOLS

Special Tools Table


M3C11B5T
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DW010-010
"Engine & Transaxle Assembly Support Remover/Installer"

EN-48356
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EN–48356
Fixture-Engine

KM135
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KM-135
Adapter

T7B11C04
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EN-49072
Installer-Crankshaft Front Seal

EN-49074
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EN-49074
Compressor-Universal Valve Spring

EN-49076
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EN-49076
Adapter-Cylinder Pressure

C7A52A05
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EN-49078
Installer-Piston

F202C301
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DW100-030
Stand-Engine Overhaul

KM498B
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KM-498-A
Gauge-Oil Pressure

EN-49071
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EN-49071
Installer-Crankshaft Rear Seal

EN-49073
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EN-49073
Pin-Timing Chain Tensioner

C7A52A04
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EN-49075
Adapter-Valve Spring Compressing

EN-49077
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EN-49077
Gauge-Compression Pressure

KM470B
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KM-470-B
Angular Torque Gauge

DIAGNOSIS

Engine Diagnosis

Reviewing the description and operation information provided will assist in determining whether the condition described by the customer is a fault or normal engine operation.

Symptoms

Strategy Based Diagnosis

  1. Review the system operations to familiarise yourself with the system functions, refer to Section 1A, General Engine Information and Section 1F1, Engine Control – General Information.
  2. Perform an engine management Diagnostic System Check, refer to Section 1F1 Engine Control – Diagnostics.
All diagnosis on a vehicle should follow a logical process. Strategy based diagnosis is a uniform approach for repairing all vehicle systems. The strategy based diagnostic flow chart may always be used to resolve a system problem. The diagnostic flow chart is the place to start when repairs are required. For a detailed explanation of strategy based diagnosis and the flow chart, refer to Section 1F1 Engine Control – Diagnostics.

Visual / Physical Inspection

  1. Inspect the vehicle for aftermarket accessories which may adversely affect engine operation.
  2. Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious signs of damage or conditions that may cause the symptom.
  3. Check the engine lubrication system for the following :
  4. Confirm the exact operating conditions under which the fault occurs. Note factors such as :
  5. Compare the engine sounds, if applicable, to a known good engine, and ensure you are not trying to diagnose a normal operating condition.

Intermittent

For intermittent faults, test the vehicle under the same conditions the customer reported in order to confirm whether the system is operating correctly.

Compression Test

Inspect the engine compression pressure as following procedure:
  1. Crank the engine to be at normal operating temperature(coolant temperature : 80~90°C).
  2. Stop the engine and remove all the high-tension cables and ignition plugs.

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Caution : Not to use tools when installing the adapter-cylinder pressure. If use tools, it may be forced excessively and make a damage to the engine performance.

  1. Install the adapter-cylinder pressure(EN-49076)(b) and gauge-cylinder pressure(EN-49077)(a).
  2. 2 persons should be needed while compression pressure testing. One person accelerate the pedal to make the throttle valve be fully opened and crank the engine.
  3. The other person reads the maximum of the measured gauge value.

Valve Clearance Test

Measuring & Inspection

Caution : Valve clearance test should be tested when coolant temperature is normal(15~25°C). In addition, should be tested only when cylinder head and block is assembled.

  1. Remove the cylinder head cover. Refer to "Cylinder Head" in this section.

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  1. Rotate the crankshaft pulley and adjust the pulley groove to the “0” point as following picture. This is to adjust TDC of the No.1 cylinder.

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  1. Check the both camshaft sprocket and timing chain.
  2. Measure the valve clearance at each point as following picture.

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  1. Rotate the crankshaft pulley to 360° and adjust the pulley groove to the “0” point.
  2. Measure the valve clearance at each point as following picture.

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  1. If the measured value is out of specification, replace the valve tappet. Refer to "Unit Repair - Valve Train Components" in this section.

Replacing Valve Tappet

Caution : Must use the following table and assemble an adequate valve tappet before replacing valve tappet.


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  1. Calculate the value of the valve tappet.
  2. Use the following table and assemble with an adequate valve tappet.
  3. Replace the New valve tappet. Refer to "Unit Repair - Valve Train Components" in this section.
NO.
PART NO.
THICKNESS "T"
MARKING NO.
1
96 449 601
3.12 ± 0.01
312
2
96 449 602
3.14 ± 0.01
314
3
96 449 603
3.16 ± 0.01
316
4
96 449 604
3.18 ± 0.01
318
5
96 449 605
3.20 ± 0.01
320
6
96 449 606
3.22 ± 0.01
322
7
96 449 607
3.24 ± 0.01
324
8
96 449 608
3.26 ± 0.01
326
9
96 449 609
3.28 ± 0.01
328
10
96 449 610
3.30 ± 0.01
330
11
96 449 611
3.32 ± 0.01
332
12
96 449 612
3.34 ± 0.01
334
13
96 449 613
3.36 ± 0.01
336
14
96 449 614
3.38 ± 0.01
338
15
96 449 615
3.40 ± 0.01
340
16
96 449 616
3.42 ± 0.01
342
17
96 449 617
3.44 ± 0.01
344
18
96 449 618
3.46 ± 0.01
346
19
96 449 619
3.48 ± 0.01
348
20
96 449 620
3.50 ± 0.01
350
21
96 449 621
3.52 ± 0.01
352
22
96 449 622
3.54 ± 0.01
354
23
96 449 623
3.56 ± 0.01
356
24
96 449 624
3.58 ± 0.01
358
25
96 449 625
3.60 ± 0.01
360
26
96 449 626
3.62 ± 0.01
362
27
96 449 627
3.64 ± 0.01
364
28
96 449 628
3.66 ± 0.01
366
29
96 449 629
3.68 ± 0.01
368
30
96 449 630
3.70 ± 0.01
370
31
96 449 631
3.72 ± 0.01
372
32
96 449 632
3.74 ± 0.01
374
33
96 449 633
3.76 ± 0.01
376
34
96 449 634
3.78 ± 0.01
378
35
96 449 635
3.80 ± 0.01
380
36
96 449 636
3.82 ± 0.01
382
37
96 449 637
3.84 ± 0.01
384
38
96 449 638
3.86 ± 0.01
386
39
96 449 639
3.88 ± 0.01
388
40
96 449 640
3.90 ± 0.01
390

Oil Pressure Test

Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1
Is the oil pressure warning lamp on?
-
Go to Step 2
System OK
2
Check the oil level in the crankcase.
Is the oil level low?
-
Go to Step 3
Go to Step 4
3
Add oil so that the oil level is up to the full mark on the indicator.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
4
Check the idle speed.
Is the idle speed below the specified value ?
840 ± 20 rpm
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 6
5
Increase the idle speed.
Is the speed increased?
-
Go to Step 1
-
6
Inspect the oil pressure switch.
Is the oil pressure switch incorrect or malfunctioning?
-
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 8
7
Install a new oil pressure switch.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
8
Inspect the oil pressure gauge.
Is the oil pressure gauge incorrect or malfunctioning?
-
Go to Step 9
Go to Step 10
9
Install a new oil pressure gauge.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
10
Inspect the engine oil.
Is the engine oil in the crankcase diluted or of the improper viscosity?
-
Go to Step 11
Go to Step 12
11
Install new engine oil of the proper viscosity for the expected temperatures.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
12
Inspect the oil pump.
Is the pump worn or dirty?
-
Go to Step 13
Go to Step 14
13
Replace the oil pump.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
14
Inspect the oil filter.
Is the oil filter plugged?
-
Go to Step 15
Go to Step 16
15
Install a new oil filter.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
16
Inspect the oil pickup screen.
Is the oil pickup screen loose or plugged?
-
Go to Step 17
Go to Step 18
17
Tighten or replace the oil pickup screen, as necessary.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
18
Inspect the oil pickup tube.
Are there any holes in the oil pickup tube?
-
Go to Step 19
Go to Step 20
19
Replace the oil pickup tube.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
20
Inspect the bearing clearances.
Are the bearing clearances more than the specified values?
Crankshaft Journal Bearing Oil Clearance 0.020 ~ 0.040 mm (0.00079 ~ 0.00158 in.)
Go to Step 21
Go to Step 22
21
Replace the bearing, if necessary.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
22
Inspect the oil galleries.
Are the oil galleries cracked, porous, or plugged?
-
Go to Step 23
Go to Step 24
23
Repair or replace the engine block.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
24
Inspect the gallery plugs.
Are any of the gallery plugs missing or installed improperly?
-
Go to Step 25
Go to Step 26
25
Install the plugs or repair, as necessary.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-
26
Inspect the camshaft.
Is the camshaft worn or is there evidence of poor machining?
-
Go to Step 27
System OK
27
Replace the camshaft.
Is the repair complete?
-
Go to Step 1
-

Oil Leak Diagnosis

Most fluid oil leaks are easily located and repaired by visually finding the leak and replacing or repairing the necessary parts. On some occasions, a fluid leak may be difficult to locate or repair. The following procedures may help you in locating and repairing most leaks.

Finding the Leak:

  1. Identify the fluid. Determine whether it is engine oil, automatic transmission fluid, power steering fluid, etc.
  2. Identify where the fluid is leaking from.
    1. After running the vehicle at normal operating temperature, park the vehicle over a large sheet of paper.
    2. Wait a few minutes.
    3. Find the approximate location of the leak by the drippings on the paper.
  3. Visually check around the suspected component. Check around all the gasket mating surfaces for leaks. A mirror is useful for finding leaks in areas that are hard to reach.
  4. If the leak still cannot be found, it may be necessary to clean the suspected area with a degreaser, steam, or spray solvent.
    1. Thoroughly clean the area.
    2. Dry the area.
    3. Operate the vehicle for several miles at normal operating temperature and varying speeds.
    4. After operating the vehicle, visually check the suspected component.
    5. If you still cannot locate the leak, try using the powder or black light and dye method.

Powder Method:

  1. Clean the suspected area.
  2. Apply an aerosol-type powder, (such as foot powder), to the suspected area.
  3. Operate the vehicle under normal operating conditions.
  4. Visually inspect the suspected component. Trace the leak path over the white powder surface to the source.

Black Light and Dye Method:

A dye and light kit is available for finding leaks. Refer to the manufacturer's directions when using the kit.
  1. Pour the specified amount of dye into the engine oil fill tube.
  2. Operate the vehicle under normal operating conditions as directed in the kit.
  3. Direct the light toward the suspected area. The dyed fluid will appear as a yellow path leading to the source.

Repairing the Leak

Once the origin of the leak has been pinpointed and traced back to its source, the cause of the leak must be determined in order for it to be repaired properly. If a gasket is replaced, but the sealing flange is bent, the new gasket will not repair the leak. The bent flange must be repaired also. Before attempting to repair a leak, check for the following conditions and correct them as they may cause a leak.

Gaskets:

Seals:

Base Engine Misfire without Internal Engine Noises

Condition
Action
Abnormalities (severe cracking, bumps or missing areas) in the accessory drive belt.
Also worn, damaged, or misaligned accessory drive components or excessive pulley runout.
Abnormalities in the accessory drive belt and/or components may cause engine RPM variations, noises similar to a faulty lower engine and also lead to a misfire condition. A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect the accessory drive components.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose and/or damaged crankshaft pulley
A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect crankshaft pulley and pulley bolt.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose torque converter bolts
A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect torque converter bolts and flywheel.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose and/or damaged flywheel
A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect flywheel and flywheel attaching bolts.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Restricted exhaust system
A severe restriction in the exhaust flow can cause significant loss of engine performance and may set a misfire code. Possible causes of restrictions include collapsed or dented pipes, plugged mufflers and/or catalytic converters.
Repair or replace all damaged components.
Air in fuel system
  1. Inspect fuel filter, fuel system for leaks and/or restrictions.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Bent and/or worn valve bridge and finger-follower.
  1. Inspect valve bridge and valve finger-follower.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Sticking valve
Carbon on the valve stem or valve seat may cause the valve to stick.
  1. Inspect valves and valve guides.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Damaged or misaligned timing gears
  1. Inspect timing gears.
  2. Replace all damaged components.
Worn or faulty camshaft lobes
  1. Inspect camshaft lobes.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive piston-to-cylinder bore clearance
  1. Perform compression tests.
  2. Inspect the piston, piston rings and cylinder bore.
  3. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Faulty cylinder head gaskets and/or cracking or other damage to the cylinder heads and engine block cooling system passages. (Coolant consumption may or may not cause the engine to overheat.)
  1. Perform compression tests.
  2. Inspect the piston, piston rings and cylinder bore.
  3. Repair or replace all damaged components.

Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Internal Lower Engine Noises

Condition
Action
Abnormalities (severe cracking, bumps or missing areas) in the accessory drive belt.
Abnormalities in the accessory drive belt and/or components may cause engine RPM variations, noises similar to a faulty lower engine and also lead to a misfire condition. A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect the accessory drive components.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Worn, damaged, or misaligned accessory drive components or excessive pulley runout
A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect the accessory drive components.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose and/or damaged crankshaft pulley
A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect crankshaft pulley and pulley bolt.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose torque converter bolts
A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect torque converter bolts and flywheel.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose and/or damaged flywheel
A misfire code may be present without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect flywheel and flywheel attaching bolts.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive piston-to-cylinder bore clearance
  1. Perform cylinder leak down and compression tests
  2. Inspect the piston, piston rings and cylinder bore.
  3. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive crankshaft thrust bearing clearance
Severely worn thrust surfaces on the crankshaft and/or thrust bearing may permit for and aft movement of the crankshaft and create a misfire code without an actual misfire condition.
  1. Inspect the crankshaft end play and crankshaft thrust bearings.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.

Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Valve Train Noise

Condition
Action
Loose, worn or damaged valve bridge and finger-follower
  1. Inspect valve bridge and finger-follower.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Broken valve springs
  1. Inspect valve springs.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Sticking valve
Carbon on the valve stem or valve seat may cause the valve to stick.
  1. Inspect valves and valve guides.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Worn or faulty camshaft lobes
  1. Inspect camshaft lobes.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.

Base Engine Misfire with Coolant Consumption

Inspection
Action
Definition : Base engine misfire with coolant consumption
Preliminary Inspection
Verify that there are no external coolant leaks. Refer to Section 1D, Engine Cooling.
Isolate Affected Cylinders
  • Cylinder balance test with scan tool
  • Cooling system pressurization
  • Inspection of glow plugs
  • Compression test
EGR System Inspection
  • Inspect EGR valve and intake system for evidence of coolant leakage.
  • Replace the EGR cooler if any problem is found.
Cylinder Head Gasket Leakage
  • Remove cylinder heads of the affected cylinder bank and inspect for damage.
  • Replace components as necessary.
Cylinder Head or Engine Block Damage
  • Inspect the cylinder heads for cracks.
  • Inspect the cylinder block for damage.
  • Inspect the cylinder block to head mating surface for staightness.
  • Replace components as necessary.

Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption

Condition
Action
Worn valve guides
  1. Inspect the valves and valve guides.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Worn valve stem oil seals
  1. Inspect the valve stem oil seals.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive piston-to-cylinder bore clearance
  1. Perform compression tests to determine the cause.
  2. Inspect the piston rings for low ring tension, broken or worn rings.
  3. Inspect cylinder bore.
  4. Repair or replace all damaged components.

Engine Noise on Start-Up, but Only Lasting a Few Seconds

Condition
Action
Incorrect oil viscosity
  1. Drain the oil.
  2. Install the correct viscosity oil.
Excessive piston-to-cylinder bore clearance
  1. Inspect the piston and piston skirt, connecting rod, and cylinder bore.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.

Upper Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed

Condition
Action
Low oil pressure
Insufficient or poor oil supply to valve train.
  1. Perform oil pressure test.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Improper lubrication to the valve finger-follower
  1. Inspect valve finger-follower, valve bridge, valve finger follower lifter, oil pump and engine block oil galleries.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Worn or damaged valve finger-follower
  1. Inspect valve bridge and finger-follower.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Sticking valve
Carbon on the valve stem or valve seat may cause the valve to stick.
  1. Inspect valves and valve guides.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Worn or faulty camshaft lobes
  1. Inspect camshaft lobes.
  2. If damaged replace camshaft and all valve finger-followers.
Damaged or misaligned timing gears
  1. Inspect timing gears.
  2. Replace all damaged components.

Lower Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed

Condition
Action
Worn accessory drive components (abnormalities such as severe cracking, bumps or missing areas in the accessory drive belt and/or misalignment of the system components.)
  1. Inspect the accessory drive components.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Low oil pressure
Insufficient or poor oil supply to crankshaft and connecting rod bearings.
  1. Perform oil pressure test.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Leaking and/or sticking fuel injection nozzle (A stuck fuel injection nozzle can cause a noise similar to a damaged piston, rod or rod bearing.)
  1. Inspect the cylinder balance with scan tool to help locate the cylinder that is the source of the noise.
  2. If you cannot locate the cylinder that is the source of the noise, diagnose the engine for mechanical damage.
  3. If it has been determined that the fuel injection nozzle is causing the noise, replace the fuel injection nozzle.
Loose and/or damaged crankshaft pulley
  1. Inspect crankshaft pulley and pulley bolt.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose torque converter bolts
  1. Inspect torque converter bolts and flywheel.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose and/or damaged flywheel
  1. Inspect flywheel and flyweel attaching bolts.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive piston pin-to-bore clearance
  1. Inspect the piston, piston pin, and the connecting rod.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Misaligned or bent connecting rod
  1. Inspect connecting rod and connecting rod bearings.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive connecting rod bearing clearance
  1. Inspect the connecting rod bearings, connecting rods, crankshaft and crankshaft journals.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive crankshaft bearing clearance
  1. Inspect the crankshaft bearings and crankshaft journals.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.

Engine Noise Under Load

Cause
Correction
Low oil pressure
Insufficient or poor oil supply to components.
  1. Perform oil pressure test.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose torque converter bolts
  1. Inspect the torque converter bolts and flywheel.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Loose and/or damaged flywheel
  1. Inspect the flywheel and flywheel attaching bolts.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive piston-to-cylinder bore clearance
  1. Inspect the piston rings for low ring tension, broken or worn rings, inspect cylinder bore.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive crankshaft thrust bearing clearance
  1. Inspect the crankshaft end play and crankshaft thrust bearings.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Excessive crankshaft bearing clearance
  1. Inspect the crankshaft bearings and crankshaft journals.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.

Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate

Cause
Correction
Seized accessory drive system component
  1. Inspect the accessory drive system components.
  2. Repair or replace all damaged components.
Hydraulically locked cylinder
    • Coolant/antifreeze in cylinder
    • Oil in cylinder
    • Fuel in cylinder
  1. Inspect for broken head gasket(s).
  2. Inspect for cracked engine block or cylinder head.
  3. Inspect for a sticking fuel injector.
Seized automatic transmission torque converter
  1. Remove the engine assembly. The torque converter bolts are not accessible with the engine installed to the transmission.
  2. Rotate crankshaft at the pulley.
Seized manual transmission
  1. Disengage the clutch.
  2. Rotate crankshaft at the pulley.
Refer to Unit Repair Manual - Manual Transmission.
Material in cylinder :
    • Broken valve
    • Piston material
    • Foreign material
  • Inspect cylinder for damaged components and/or foreign materials.
  • Repair or replace as required.
Seized crankshaft or connecting rod bearings
  • Inspect crankshaft and connecting rod bearings. .
  • Repair as required.
Bent or broken connecting rod
  • Inspect connecting rods.
  • Repair as required.
Broken crankshaft
  • Inspect crankshaft.
  • Repair as required.

Coolant in Combustion Chamber

Inspection
Action
Definition : Excessive white smoke and/or coolant type odor coming from the exhaust pipe may indicate coolant in the combustion chamber. Low coolant levels, an inoperative cooling fan, or a faulty thermostat may lead to an "overtemperature" condition which may cause engine component damage.
Preliminary Inspection
Verify that there are no external coolant leaks. Refer to Section 1D, Engine Cooling.
Isolate Affected Cylinders
  • Cylinder balance test with scan tool
  • Cooling system pressurization
  • Compression test
EGR System Inspection
  • Inspect EGR valve and intake system for evidence of coolant leakage.
  • Replace the EGR cooler if any problem is found.
Cylinder Head Gasket Leakage
  • Remove cylinder heads of the affected cylinder bank and inspect for damage.
  • Replace components as necessary.
Cylinder Head or Engine Block Damage
  • Inspect the cylinder heads for cracks.
  • Inspect the cylinder block for damage.
  • Inspect the cylinder block to head mating surface for straightness.
  • Replace components as necessary.

Coolant in Engine Oil

Cause
Correction
Definition : Foamy or discolored oil or an engine oil "overfill" condition may indicate coolant entering the engine crankcase. Low coolant levels, an inoperative cooling fan, or a faulty thermostat may lead to an "overtemperature" condition which may cause engine component damage. Contaminated engine oil and oil filter should be changed.
  1. Inspect the oil for excessive foaming or an overfill condition. Oil diluted by coolant may not properly lubricate the crankshaft bearings and may lead to component damage. Refer to "Lower Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed" in this section.
  2. Inspect by performing a Cylinder Leak-Down Test. During this test, excessive air bubbles within the cooling system may indicate a faulty gasket or damaged component.
  3. Inspect by performing a cylinder compression test. Two cylinders "side-by-side" on the engine block with low compression may indicate a failed cylinder head gasket. Refer to "Engine Compression Test" in this section.
Faulty cylinder head gasket
Replace the head gasket and components as required. Refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Warped cylinder head
Replace the cylinder head gasket. Refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Cracked cylinder head
Replace the cylinder head and gasket.
Cracked engine block
Replace the components as required.
Cylinder head, block, or manifold porosity
Replace the components as required.
Leaking engine oil cooler
Replace components as required.

Fuel in Engine Oil

Definition : If fuel is suspected of leaking into the crankcase, the following procedure should be performed to verify the condition.
  1. Remove the oil level indicator and allow oil to drop onto a clean white paper towel.
  2. If the oil is diluted with fuel, it will become apparent as the towel wicks the fuel away from the drop of oil on the towel. The fuel will expand out in a ring around the oil droplet.
  3. If fuel dilution is apparent, inspect the vehicle for aftermarket performance accessories that may cause damage to the injection pump. After repairs are completed, perform the test again to verify the condition is corrected.
  4. If no fuel dilution is present, verify the oil level and correct as needed.

Drive Belt Chirp

Notice : Chirping during start-up in cold damp conditions that abates once the engine reaches operating temperature is considered normal.

Diagnostic Aids

The symptom may be intermittent due to moisture on the drive belts or pulleys. It may be necessary to spray a small amount of water on the drive belt to duplicate and confirm a customers concern. If spraying water onto the drive belt system duplicates the symptom, cleaning the belt pulleys may be the solution.
A loose or incorrectly installed body component, suspension component or other item may be the cause of the noise.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
  1. The noise may not be engine related. This step is to confirm the engine is making the noise. If the engine is not making the noise, do not proceed further with this diagnostic procedure.
  2. The noise may be an internal engine noise. Removing the drive belt and operating the engine briefly will confirm whether or not the noise is related to the drive belt.
  3. Inspect all drive pump pulleys for pilling.

Notice : Pilling is the small balls (pills) or strings of rubber in the belt grooves caused by the accumulation of rubber dust.

  1. Misalignment of the accessory drive system pulleys may be caused by incorrect mounting of an accessory drive component (A/C compressor, generator etc.) or pulley. Misalignment may also be caused by incorrect installation of a pulley during a previous repair. Test for a misaligned pulley using a straight edge in the pulley grooves across two or three pulleys. If a misaligned pulley is found, refer to the relevant component service information for the correct installation and removal procedures.
  2. Inspecting the fasteners can eliminate the possibility that an incorrect fastener has been installed.
  3. Inspecting the pulleys for being bent should include inspecting for a dent or other damage that would prevent the drive belt from not seating correctly in all of the pulley grooves or on the smooth surface when the back end of the belt is used as the driving surface.
  4. Replacing the drive belt when it is not damaged and there is no excessive pilling will only be a temporary repair.

Diagnostic Table

Notice : Chirping during start-up in cold damp conditions that abates once the engine reaches operating temperature is considered normal.

Definition : Accessory drive belt chirping can be defined as a high-pitched noise that is heard once per revolution of the drive belt or a pulley.
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1
Did you review the information provided in Symptoms, and perform the required inspections.
-
Go to Step 2
Go to Symptoms
2
Confirm the customer complaint. Is there a chirping noise?
-
Go to Step 3
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
3
  1. Remove the drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
  2. Operate the engine for no more than 40 seconds.
Does the chirping noise still exist?
-
Accessory drive system OK.
Go to Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis of the noise
Go to Step 4
4
Inspect for severe pilling, i.e. in excess of 33% of the belt groove depth.
Do the belt grooves have pilling?
-
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 6
5
Clean the drive belt pulleys with a wire brush.
Are the belt pulleys clean?
-
Go to Step 15
Go to Step 6
6
Inspect for misalignment of the pulleys.
Are the pulleys misaligned?
-
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 8
7
Replace or repair misaligned pulleys.
Did you complete the repair?
-
Go to Step 15
-
8
Inspect for any bent or damaged accessory drive component mounting brackets.
Did you find any bent or damaged brackets?
-
Go to Step 9
Go to Step 10
9
Replace or repair any bent or damaged Brackets.
Did you complete the repairs?
-
Go to Step 15
-
10
Inspect for missing, loose or incorrect fasteners.
Did you find any missing, loose or incorrect fasteners?
-
Go to Step 11
Go to Step 12
11
Tighten any loose fasteners to the torque specification.
Replace any incorrect or missing fasteners.
Did you complete the repairs?
-
Go to Step 15
-
12
Inspect for a bent pulley.
Did you find any bent pulleys?
-
Go to Step 13
Go to Step 14
13
Replace bent pulleys as required.
Did you complete the repair?
-
Go to Step 15
-
14
Replace the accessory drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Did you complete the repair?
-
Go to Step 15
-
15
Reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm the repair.
Did you correct the chirp noise?
-
Accessory drive system OK
Go to Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis

Drive Belt Squeal

Diagnostic Aids

If the noise is intermittent, confirm the accessory drive components by varying their loads, making sure they are operated to their maximum capacity. An overcharged A/C system, restrictions in the power steering pressure circuit or a faulty generator is likely causes of accessory drive belt squeal.
A loose or incorrectly installed body component, suspension component or other item may be the cause of the noise.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
  1. The noise may not be engine related. This step is to confirm the engine is making the noise. If the engine is not making the noise, do not proceed further with this diagnostic procedure.
  2. The noise may be an internal engine noise. Removing the drive belt and operating the engine briefly will confirm whether or not the noise is related to the drive belt.
  3. Confirms an accessory drive component does not have a seized bearing. With the belt removed, test the bearings in the accessory drive components spin free and smooth.
  4. Confirms the drive belt tensioner is operating correctly. If the drive belt tensioner is not operating correctly, drive belt tension will not be maintained, resulting in a belt squealing noise.
  5. Confirms the belt is not too long, which would prevent the tensioner from working as intended. Also, if an excessively long belt has been fitted, it may also be routed incorrectly and may be turning an accessory drive component in the wrong direction.
  6. Misalignment of the pulleys may be caused by one of the following :
  7. Test for a misaligned pulley using a straight edge in the pulley grooves across 2 or 3 pulleys. If a misaligned pulley is found, refer to the relevant component service information for the correct installation and removal procedures.
  8. This test is to confirm the pulleys are the correct diameter and/or width. Using a known good vehicle, compare the pulley sizes.

Diagnostic Table

Definition : Accessory drive belt squealing can be defined as a loud screeching noise caused by a slipping drive belt. Belt squeal is unusual in multi-rib belts. Drive belt squeal generally occurs when a heavy load is applied to the drive belt, such as an air-conditioning compressor engagement, snapping the throttle, seized pulley or a faulty accessory drive component.
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1
Did you review the information provided in Symptoms, and perform the required inspections.
-
Go to Step 2
Go to Symptoms
2
Confirm the customer complaint. Is there a squealing noise?
-
Go to Step 3
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
3
  1. Remove the drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
  2. Operate the engine for no more than 40 seconds.
Does the squealing noise still exist?
-
Accessory drive system OK.
Go to Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis of the noise
Go to Step 4
4
Inspect the accessory drive components for a seized bearing and general malfunctions.
Did you find and correct any seized bearings or general malfunctions in the accessory drive system?
-
Go to Step 9
Go to Step 5
5
Test the accessory drive belt tensioner for correct operation, refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Diagnosis.
Did you find and repair any problems with the tensioner?
-
Go to Step 9
Go to Step 6
6
Inspect the accessory drive belt is the correct length.
Did you find and repair any problems with the drive belt length?
-
Go to Step 9
Go to Step 7
7
Inspect the accessory drive pulleys for misalignment.
Did you find and correct any misaligned accessory drive pulleys?
-
Go to Step 9
Go to Step 8
8
Check the accessory drive pulleys are the correct size.
Did you find and replace any incorrect pulleys?
-
Go to Step 9
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
9
Reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm the repair.
Did you correct the squeal noise?
-
Accessory drive system OK
Go to Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis

Drive Belt Whine

Diagnostic Aids

The drive belts themselves will not cause a whine. If the noise is intermittent, confirm the accessory drive components by varying their loads, making sure they are operated to their maximum capacity. An overcharged A/C system, restrictions in the power steering pressure circuit or a faulty generator is likely causes of accessory drive belt whine.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
  1. The noise may be an internal engine noise. Removing the drive belt and operating the engine briefly will confirm whether or not the noise is related to the drive belt.
  2. The inspection of bearings should include the following accessory drive components :
  3. The drive belt may need to be installed and the accessory drive components operated separately, at varying loads to confirm the location of the faulty bearing, refer to the relevant Sections for component inspection and repair procedures.

Diagnostic Table

Definition : Accessory drive belt whine can be defined as a high-pitched continuous noise that is most likely to be caused by a failed bearing in one of the accessory drive components.
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1
Did you review the information provided in Symptoms, and perform the required inspections.
-
Go to Step 2
Go to Symptoms
2
Confirm the customer complaint. Is there a whining noise?
-
Go to Step 3
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
3
  1. Remove the drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
  2. Operate the engine for no more than 40 seconds.
Does the whining noise still exist?
-
Accessory drive system OK.
Go to Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis
Go to Step 4
4
Inspect the accessory drive components for a faulty or seized bearings and general malfunctions.
Did you find and correct any faulty/seized bearings or general malfunctions in the accessory drive system?
-
Go to Step 5
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
5
Reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm the repair.
Did you correct the whine?
-
Accessory drive system OK
Go to Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis

Drive Belt Rumble

Diagnostic Aids

Vibration from the engine may cause a body component or other parts to emit a rumbling noise.
The drive belt may have a condition that cannot be seen or felt. Sometimes the replacement of the belt may be the only way to confirm the belt is faulty.
If the drive belt has been replaced and the diagnostic table completed, but the rumble is still present only when the drive belt is installed, an accessory drive component such as the A/C compressor may be the cause. Varying the load to each accessory drive component in turn, should help isolate which component is causing the noise.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
  1. Confirms the symptom exists at the time of diagnosis. Other vehicle components may be causing the noise.
  2. Confirms the accessory drive belt is the cause of the noise. Drive belt rumbling is often confused with an internal engine noise due to the similarity in the description. Removing the drive belt and operating the engine briefly will confirm whether or not the noise is related to the drive belt.
  3. Inspecting the drive belt is to ensure that it is not causing the noise. Small cracks across the ribs of the drive belt will not cause the noise and are not justification alone to replace the belt. Belt separation can be identified by the ply of the belt separating and may be seen at the edge of the belt or felt as lumps under the belt.
  4. Small amounts of pilling is a normal condition and is deemed acceptable. When the pilling is severe (33% of the belt groove depth), the belt does not have a smooth surface to run on and should be replaced.

Diagnostic Table

Definition : Definition: Accessory drive belt rumble can be defined as a low pitch tapping, knocking or thumping noise heard at or just above idle, once per rotation of the drive belt or a specific component. Drive belt rumble is generally caused by one of the following :

Notice : Pilling is the small balls (pills) or strings of rubber in the belt grooves caused by the accumulation of rubber dust.

Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1
Did you review the information provided in Symptoms, and perform the required inspections.
-
Go to Step 2
Go to Symptoms
2
Confirm the customer complaint. Is there a rumbling noise?
-
Go to Step 3
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
3
  1. Remove the drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
  2. Operate the engine for no more than 40 seconds.
Does the rumbling noise still exist?
-
Accessory drive system OK.
Go to Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis
Go to Step 4
4
Inspect the accessory drive belt for damage, separation or sections of missing ribs.
Did you find any damaged, separated or missing ribs?
-
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 5
5
Inspect the accessory drive belt for severe pilling (exceeding 33% of the belt groove depth).
Did you find sever pilling?
-
Go to Step 6
Go to Step 5
6
Clean the drive belt using a suitable wire brush and reinstall to the engine, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Did you complete the repairs?
-
Go to Step 8
-
7
Install a new accessory drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Did you replace the accessory drive belt?
-
Go to Step 8
-
8
If required, reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm the repair.
Did you correct the rumbling noise?
-
Accessory drive system OK
Go to Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis

Drive Belt Vibration

Diagnostic Aids

The accessory drive components such as the A/C compressor or generator can have an affect on engine vibration.
To aid in locating which component is causing the vibration, vary the load to each accessory drive component in turn and note the effect it has on the vibration if any.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
  1. Confirms the symptom exists at the time of diagnosis. Other vehicle components may be causing the noise.
  2. Confirms the accessory drive belt is the cause of the noise. Drive belt rumbling is often confused with an internal engine noise due to the similarity in the description. Removing the drive belt and operating the engine briefly will confirm whether or not the noise is related to the drive belt.
  3. The drive belt may cause a vibration. Inspecting the drive belt is considerably easier while the drive belt is removed.
  4. Inspecting the fasteners can eliminate the possibility that an incorrect fastener has been installed.
  5. This step should only be performed if the coolant pump is driven by the drive belt. Inspect the coolant pump for a bent shaft. Also inspect the coolant pump bearings for smooth operation and excessive play. Compare the coolant pump with a known good pump.
  6. Accessory drive component brackets that are bent, cracked or loose may put extra strain on the accessory component causing it to vibrate.

Diagnostic Table

Definition : Accessory drive belt vibration can be defined as a drive belt that jumps, shakes or rattles. Accessory drive belt vibration is usually indicated by one of the following :
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1
Did you review the information provided in Symptoms, and perform the required inspections.
-
Go to Step 2
Go to Symptoms
2
Confirm the customer complaint. Is there a rumbling noise?
-
Go to Step 3
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
3
  1. Remove the drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
  2. Operate the engine for no more than 40 seconds.
Does the vibration noise still exist?
-
Accessory drive system OK.
Go to Symptoms, and restart the diagnosis
Go to Step 4
4
Inspect the accessory drive belt for damage, wear, debris build-up or sections of missing ribs.
Did you find any damage, wear, debris build-up or missing ribs?
-
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 6
5
Install a new accessory drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Did you replace the accessory drive belt?
-
Go to Step 9
-
6
Inspect for incorrect, loose, missing or damaged fasteners.
Did you find any incorrect, loose, missing or damaged fasteners?
-
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 8
7
Tighten any loose fasteners to the correct torque specification.
Replace any incorrect or missing fasteners.
Did you complete the repairs?
-
Go to Step 9
-
8
Inspect for bent, cracked or damaged accessory drive component mounting brackets.
Did you find and repair any bent brackets?
-
Go to Step 9
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
9
If required, reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm the repair.
Did you correct the vibration?
-
Accessory drive system OK
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section

Drive Belt Falls Off

Diagnostic Aids

If the accessory drive belt repeatedly falls off the drive pulleys, this is most likely due to pulley misalignment.
An extra load that is quickly applied and released by an accessory drive component (e.g. A/C compressor) may cause the accessory drive belt to fall off. In this circumstance, confirm the fault by operating the accessory drive components in turn, noting which one caused the belt to fall off.
Lack of drive belt tension may also cause the belt to fall off the pulleys. Low drive belt tension could be caused by one of the following :

Test Description

The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
  1. Confirms the condition of the drive belt. Damage may have occurred to the drive belt when it first fell off or it may have been damaged which caused the belt to fall off.
  2. Misalignment of the pulleys may be caused by :
  3. Test for a misaligned pulley using a suitable straight edge in the pulley grooves across two or more pulleys. If a misaligned pulley is found, refer to the service information for the particular component, for the correct pulley replacement procedures.
  4. Inspecting the pulleys should include an inspection for dents or other damage that would prevent the drive belt from seating correctly in all of the pulley grooves or on the smooth surface of a pulley when the back side of the belt is used.
  5. Accessory drive component mounting brackets that are bent will cause the drive belt to fall off.
  6. Inspection of the fasteners can eliminate the possibility that an incorrect fastener was installed. Missing, loose or incorrect fasteners may cause pulley misalignment from the fasteners moving under load. Over-tightening of the fasteners may cause deflection of mounting brackets and result in misaligned accessory drive pulleys.

Diagnostic Table

Definition : The drive belt falls off during normal operation or does not ride correctly on the accessory drive pulleys.
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1
Did you review the information provided in Symptoms, and perform the required inspections.
-
Go to Step 2
Go to Symptoms
2
Inspect for a damaged accessory drive belt.
Did you find any damage on the drive belt?
-
Go to Step 3
Go to Step 4
3
Install a new accessory drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Does the drive belt continue to fall off?
-
Go to Step 4
Go to Step 12
4
Inspect the accessory drive system pulleys for misalignment.
Did you find and repair any misaligned drive system pulleys?
-
Go to Step 12
Go to Step 5
5
Inspect for a dented or cracked accessory drive system pulley.
Did you find and repair any dented or cracked drive system?
-
Go to Step 12
Go to Step 6
6
Inspect for bent accessory drive component mounting brackets.
Did you find and repair any bent mounting brackets?
-
Go to Step 12
Go to Step 7
7
Inspect for incorrect, loose, missing or damaged fasteners.
Did you find any incorrect, loose, missing or damaged fasteners?
-
Go to Step 8
Go to Step 9
8
Tighten any loose fasteners to the correct torque specification.
Replace any incorrect or missing fasteners.
Does the drive belt continue to fall off?
-
Go to Step 9
Go to Step 12
9
Test the accessory drive belt tensioner for correct operation, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Did you accessory drive belt tensioner operate correctly?
-
Go to Step 11
Go to Step 10
10
Replace the drive belt tensioner, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Does the drive belt continue to fall off?
-
Go to Step 11
Go to Step 12
11
Inspect for a failed drive belt idler and drive belt tensioner bearings.
Did you find and repair any failed bearings?
-
Go to Step 12
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
12
If required, reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm the repair.
Does the drive belt continue to fall off?
-
Go to Step 2
Accessory drive system OK

Drive Belt Excessive Wear

Diagnostic Aids

Excessive wear of a drive belt is usually caused by an incorrect installation or an incorrect drive belt fitted. Minor pulley misalignment will not cause excessive wear, but will cause the drive belt to fall off. Major pulley misalignment may cause excessive wear, but would also result in the drive belt falling off.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to steps in the diagnostic table.
  1. Confirms the drive belt is correctly installed onto all of the accessory drive system pulleys. Wear on the drive belt may be caused by incorrectly positioning the drive belt by one or more grooves to a particular pulley.
  2. The installation of the drive belt that is the incorrect width will cause wear on the drive belt. The drive belt ribs should match all the grooves on all the pulleys in the accessory drive system.
  3. Confirms the drive belt is not contacting any parts of the engine or body while the engine is running. There should be sufficient clearance when the accessory drive component loads varies. The drive belt should not come into contact with any engine or body parts.

Diagnostic Table

Definition : Excessive wear can be defined as wear at the outside ribs of the drive belt (frayed edges), usually caused by an incorrectly installed drive belt.
Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1
Did you review the information provided in Symptoms, and perform the required inspections.
-
Go to Step 2
Go to Symptoms
2
Inspect the accessory drive belt for correct installation.
Is the drive belt installed correctly?
-
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 3
3
Ensure that the drive belt is the correct one for the application.
Is the correct drive belt installed?
-
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 4
4
Is the drive belt contacting any engine or body components with the engine running?
-
Go to Step 6
Refer to Diagnostic Aids in this Section
5
Install a new accessory drive belt, refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical.
Did you replace the accessory drive belt?
-
Go to Step 6
-
6
If required, reinstall the accessory drive belt and operate the system to confirm the repair.
Did you correct the excessive wear?
-
Accessory drive system OK
Go to Step 2

COMPONENT LOCATOR

Cylinder Head


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  1. Spark Plug Cable Cover
  2. Engine Oil Cap
  3. Cylinder Head Cover
  4. Cylinder Head Cover Gasket
  5. Spark Plug Cable
  6. Spark Plug
  7. Ignition Coil (DIS) Bracket
  8. Ignition Coil (DIS)
  9. Camshaft Cap
  10. Camshaft (Intake)
  11. Camshaft (Exhaust)
  12. Valve Tappet
  13. Valve Key
  14. Valve Spring Retainer
  15. Valve Spring
  16. Valve Stem Seal
  17. Cylinder Head
  18. Valve (Intake)
  19. Valve (Exhaust)
  20. Cylinder Head Gasket
  21. Cylinder Head Bolt
  22. Camshaft Position Sensor
  23. Coolant Outlet Case Gasket
  24. Coolant Outlet Case
  25. Coolant Temperature Sensor
  26. EGR Valve Gasket
  27. EGR Valve

Cylinder Block


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  1. Piston Ring
  2. Piston
  3. Piston Pin Retainer
  4. Piston Pin
  5. Connecting Rod Cap Stud
  6. Connecting Rod
  7. Connecting Rod Bearing
  8. Connecting Rod Cap
  9. Dowel Pin
  10. Cylinder Block
  11. Timing Chain Cover
  12. Crankshaft Front Oilseal
  13. Oil Pump Inner Rotor
  14. Oil Pump Outer Rotor
  15. Oil Pump Cover
  16. Oil Relif Valve
  17. Oil Relif Valve Spring
  18. Oil Relif Valve Cap
  19. Oil Relif Valve Retainer
  20. Oil Filter Stud
  21. Oil Filter
  22. Key
  23. Crankshaft
  24. Crankshaft Bearing Cap
  25. Oil Strainer
  26. Oil Pan
  27. Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal
  28. Cylinder Block Plate Plug
  29. Cylinder Block Plate Plug Gasket

Manifold & Air Charging System


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  1. Resonator
  2. Duct
  3. Air Filter Snorkel Hose
  4. Air Filter Lower Housing
  5. Air Filter Element
  6. Air Filter Upper Cover
  7. Air Outlet Hose
  8. Resonator
  9. Resonator
  10. Throttle Body
  11. IACV (Idle Air Control Valve)
  12. Throttle Position Sensor
  13. Intake Manifold
  14. EGR Pipe
  15. EGR Pipe Gasket
  16. EGR Valve
  17. Thermostat Housing
  18. Coolant Outlet Case
  19. Fuel Rail
  20. Injector
  21. Exhaust Manifold
  22. Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield

Timing System & Mount


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  1. Timing Chain
  2. Camshaft Sprocket (Intake)
  3. Camshaft Sprocket (Exhaust)
  4. Bushing
  5. Camshaft Sprocket Retaining Bolts
  6. Timing Chain Lever
  7. Timing Chain Tensioner
  8. Timing Chain Guide
  9. Crankshaft Sprocket
  10. Engine Mount Assembly
  11. Rear Mount Bracket
  12. Transmission Rear Mount
  13. Transmission Mount Assembly
  14. Transmission Mount Bracket


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