NO.13 KNOCKING/PINGING [L3 Turbo]


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KNOCKING/PINGING

DESCRIPTION
•  Sound is produced when air/fuel mixture is ignited by something other than a spark plug (e.g., hot spot in the combustion chamber).
POSSIBLE CAUSE
•  Poor fuel quality
•  Engine overheating due to cooling system malfunction
•  Variable swirl solenoid valve stuck closed
•  Improper operation of electronic throttle system
•  Air leakage or restriction from intake-air system
•  ECT sensor or related circuit malfunction
•  MAF sensor (integrated in MAF/IAT sensor) or related circuit malfunction
•  IAT sensor (integrated in MAF/IAT sensor) or related circuit malfunction
•  Boost air temperature sensor (integrated in MAP sensor/boost air temperature sensor) or related circuit malfunction
•  Incorrect fuel injection timing or amount
•  Fuel injector malfunction
•  KS or related circuit malfunction
•  Ignition system malfunction
•  Erratic signal from CMP sensor
•  Inadequate engine compression
•  Inadequate fuel pressure (high-pressure side)
•  MAP sensor (integrated in MAP sensor/boost air temperature sensor) or related circuit malfunction
•  Wastegate control solenoid valve malfunction (stuck closed)
•  Charge air cooler malfunction
•  Fuel pressure sensor (built-in fuel delivery pipe) malfunction
•  APP sensor or related circuit malfunction
•  Spill valve control solenoid valve malfunction (built-in high pressure fuel pump)
•  Exhaust system and/or TWC restriction
•  EGR system malfunction
Warning
•  The following troubleshooting flow chart contains the fuel system diagnosis and repair procedures. Read the following warnings before performing the fuel system services:
―  Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
―  Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injury or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete “BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION” and “AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION” described in this manual. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [L3 Turbo].) (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION [L3 Turbo].)
Caution
•  Disconnecting/connecting the quick release connector without cleaning it may possibly cause damage to the fuel pipe and quick release connector. Always clean the quick release connector joint area before disconnecting/connecting, and make sure that it is free of foreign material.

Diagnostic procedure

STEP

INSPECTION

RESULTS

ACTION

1
Access the ECT PID using the M-MDS.
Verify that the ECT PID value is less than 116 °C {241 °F} during driving.
Is the ECT PID value less than specified?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
The cause of this concern could be from the cooling system overheating.
•  Perform the symptom troubleshooting “NO.17 COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS-OVERHEATING”.
2
Inspect for the following:
•  Air leakage or restriction from intake-air system
•  Fuel quality (proper octane, contamination, winter/summer blend)
•  Exhaust system and/or TWC restriction
•  Charge air cooler condition (restriction or damaged)
Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Service if necessary.
•  Repeat this step.
No
Go to the next step.
3
Switch the ignition to ON.
Retrieve any DTCs using the M-MDS.
Are any DTCs present?
Yes
Go to the applicable DTC inspection.
No
Go to the next step.
4
Inspect the KS.
Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the KS.
No
Go to the next step.
5
Perform the EGR Control System Inspection.
Does the EGR system operate properly?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts according to the inspection results.
6
Perform the TP sweep inspection.
Does the electronic throttle control system work properly?
Yes
Visually inspect the throttle body (damage/scratching).
•  If normal:
―  Go to the next step.
•  If not:
―  Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts according to the inspection results.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts according to the inspection results.
7
Perform the Variable Swirl System Operation Inspection.
Does the variable swirl system work properly?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts according to the inspection results.
8
Perform the Wastegate Control System Operation Inspection.
Does the wastegate control system work properly?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts according to the inspection results.
9
Perform the Spark Test.
Is a strong blue spark visible at each cylinder?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts according to the inspection results.
10
Inspect the CMP sensor and CKP sensor for the following:
•  Damaged trigger wheel and camshaft
•  Open or short circuit in the wiring harnesses
Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts according to the inspection results.
No
Go to the next step.
11
Access the following PIDs using the M-MDS:
•  BAT
•  ECT
•  MAF
•  IAT
•  APP1
•  APP2
•  TP REL
•  MAP
Do the PID values indicate the correct values under the trouble condition?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Inspect the suspected parts and related wiring harness.
•  If normal:
―  Perform the “INTERMITTENT CONCERN TROUBLESHOOTING.
•  If not:
―  Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts according to the inspection results.
12
Access the FUEL_PRES PID using the M-MDS.
Is the FUEL_PRES PID value within the specification?
Yes
Go to Step 14.
No
Go to the next step.
13
Replace the high pressure fuel pump.
Access the FUEL_PRES PID using the M-MDS.
Is the FUEL_PRES PID value within the specified?
Yes
High-pressure fuel pump or spill valve control solenoid valve (built-in high pressure fuel pump) malfunction.
No
Relief valve or fuel pressure sensor malfunction.
•  Replace the fuel delivery pipe.
14
Measure the compression pressure for each cylinder.
Are compression pressures within the specification?
Yes
Inspect the fuel injector for each cylinder.
Replace the fuel injector if necessary.
No
Inspect for the following:
•  Damaged valve seat
•  Worn valve stem and valve guide
•  Worn or stuck piston ring
•  Worn piston, piston ring or cylinder
•  Improper valve timing
Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts according to the inspection results.
15
Verify test results.
•  If normal, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
•  If a malfunction remains, inspect the related Service Information and perform the repair or diagnosis.
―  If the vehicle is repaired, troubleshooting is completed.
―  If the vehicle is not repaired or additional diagnostic information is not available, reprogram the PCM if a later calibration is available. Retest.