Function Inspection
- Coolant (SUBARU Super Coolant) check (Refer to COOLING SYSTEM (FA20) )
- Engine oil check (Refer to LUBRICATION SYSTEM (FA20) )
- Battery check (Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
- Check of air cleaner filter element SUB-ASSY
- Inspect the air cleaner filter element SUB-ASSY for dirt or clogging.
- V-ribbed belt tensioner ASSY check
- Remove the V-belt from the belt tensioner pulley.
- Move the V-ribbed belt tensioner ASSY in the both rotational directions to check whether it is caught.NOTE: Replace the V-ribbed belt tensioner ASSY if faulty.
- Install the V-belt.
- Ignition timing inspection
- Warm up the engine and stop.
- Connect the SSM4 to the DLC.
- Start the engine.
- Use SSM4 to read the ignition timing. (Refer to
DATA MONITOR/ACTIVE TEST
) Standard value: -5 to 10°CA BTDCCAUTION: Perform this measurement with all accessory switches OFF, A/C OFF, electric fan OFF and shift position N or P.
- Check that the ignition timing advances promptly when the engine speed is increased.
- Idle speed check
- Warm up the engine and stop.
- Connect the SSM4 to the DLC.
- Start the engine.
- Read the engine speed using the SSM4. (Refer to DATA MONITOR/ACTIVE TEST )
Standard value
Transmission Idle speed A/T 600 to 800 r/min M/T 550 to 750 r/min CAUTION: Perform this measurement with all accessory switches OFF, A/C OFF, electric fan OFF and shift position N or P. - Compression inspection
- Check the diagnosis code (Refer to CHECKING/CLEARING DTC ).
- Remove the relay block cover UPR.
- Remove the fuel pump fuse from the engine compartment relay block.
- Start the engine.
- Turn the ignition to OFF after the engine stalls by itself.
- Crank the engine once and check that it does not start.
- Remove the four spark plugs. (Refer to REMOVAL )
- Set the compression gauge and compression gauge attachment.
- Install the injector driver. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
- Fully open the accelerator pedal.
- With the brake pedal depressed, crank the engine and measure the compression of each cylinder.
Compression: 1150 to 1750 kPa {11. 7 to 17. 8 kgf/cm2 } {167 to 254 psi}
Difference between cylinders: 200 kPa {2. 0 kgf/cm2 } {29 psi}
CAUTION:- Perform compression inspection in a short period of time.
- Use a fully charged battery to keep the engine speed at 250 r/min or more.
NOTE: When the compression pressure is low, pour a small amount of engine oil into cylinders and measure the compression again.- When the compression increases, it is possible that the piston rings etc. are worn.
- When the compression does not change, it is possible that the valve system is faulty.
- Remove the injector driver. (Refer to INJECTOR DRIVER (FA20) )
- Install the four spark plugs. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
- Install the fuel pump fuse.
- Install the relay block cover UPR.
- Clear the diagnosis code (Refer to
CHECKING/CLEARING DTC
).CAUTION: Be sure to clear the memory of diagnosis code once and then check that no DTCs are output.
- CO, HC concentration inspectionNOTE: This check is for determining whether or not the idle CO/HC complies with regulations.
- Start the engine.
- Maintain the engine speed at 2500 r/min for approximately 180 seconds.
- Insert a CO/HC meter testing probe at least 40 cm {15. 7 in} into the tailpipe during idling.
- Immediately check the CO/HC concentration at idle and/or 2500 r/min.NOTE:
- When performing the 2 mode (2500 r/min and idle) test, follow the measurement order prescribed by the applicable local regulations.
- If the CO/HC concentration does not comply with regulations, troubleshoot in the order given below.
- Check the A/F sensor (See UNIT INSPECTION ) and heated oxygen sensor (See UNIT INSPECTION ) operation.
- Refer to the table below for the possible cause, and then inspect and correct the applicable causes if necessary.
CO HC Trouble Probable cause Normal High Rough idling - Weak ignition
- Defective timing
- Faulty plug gap
- Intake/exhaust leakage
- Cylinder compression leakage
Low High Rough idling (HC unstable) - Vacuum leakage
- PCV hose
- Intake manifold
- Throttle body
- Misfire due to lean fuel mixture
High High Rough idling (black smoke) - Clogged air cleaner element
- Clogged PCV valve
- Faulty EFI system
- Faulty pressure regulator
- Faulty engine coolant sensor
- Faulty air flow meter
- Faulty ECM
- Faulty injector
- Faulty throttle position sensor