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Chapter 6
Bosch Motronic MPi (35, 55 & BB-pin types)
Contents
Overview of system operation
Catalyticconverter and emission control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6 ECM voltage supplies and earths. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Control functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2 Fuel injector operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fuel injection (MPi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5 Fuel pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . '26
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1 Hall-effect phase sensor (CID, GM 16-valve engines) . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Primaryand secondary ignition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4 Idle speed control valve (ISCV) 23
Primary trigger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3 Knock sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
(KS)
Adjustments MAP sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Adjustment pre-conditions 7 Oxygen sensor (OS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Idle adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Primary ignition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Ignitiontiming checks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 9 System relays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Throttle adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8 Throttle potentiometer sensor (TPS) 22
System sensor and actuator tests Throttle switch (TS) 21
Air temperature sensor (A TS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 -
Pin table typical 35-pin (First Generation Motronic, BMW)
Airflow sensor (AFS) . . . . . : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 -
Pin table typical 35-pin (Motronic 3.1, Citroen/Peugeot)
Carbon filter solenoid valve (CFSV) . . . . .-.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 -
Pin table typical 55-pin (Motronic 1.5, Vauxhall)
CO potentiometer ('pot') 19 Pin table - typical 88-pin (Motronic MP3.1, BMW)
Coolant temperature sensor (CTS) 20 Fault codes .
Crank angle sensor (CAS) 11 Obtaining fault codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Specifications
Vehicle Year Idle speed CO% .!I
BMW, Motronic First Generation
325i non-cat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1985 to 1986 760 :I:40 0.7:1: 0.5
325e.cat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1985 to 1991 700 :I:50 0.5 max
525e non-cat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1983 to 1985 700 :I:50 1.0:1: 0.5
525e .::at ................................................. 1986 to 1987 720 :I:40 0.5 max
525e non-cat . ~ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1986 to 1987 720 :I:40 1.0:1: 0.5
535i/M535i non-cat. .. . ..... ..... . ...... .... .. ..... .... . ... 1982 to 1986 800 :I:50 1.0 :I:0.5
MS DOHC non-cat. . . . . . ',' . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 1985 to 1987 850 :I:50 1.5 max
BMW, Motronic 1.'3
316/318/518i non cat. . ..... .... .. ..... .... .. ..... .... .. .... 1988 to 1991 800 :I:40 0.7 :1:0.5
316/318/518i cat. !. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1988 to 1991 800 :I:40 0.5 max
320/325i non cat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1986 to 1991 760 :I:40 0.7:1: 0.5
320/325i cat. .... .. ... ...... .. ... ...... .. ... ...... .. ... ... 1986 to 1991 760 :I:40 0.5 max
520/525i non cat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1988 to 1991 760 :I:40 0.7:1: 0.5
520/525icat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1988 to 1991 760 :I:40 0.5 max
530/535i non cat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1988 to 1991 800 :I:50 0.7 :I:0.5
530/535i cat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1988 to 1991 800 :I:50 0.5 max
BMW, Motronic 1.7
316icat................................................. 1991 to 1993 800 :I:40 0.7:1: 0.5
316i&Compact. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1993 to 1996 800 :I:40 0.7:1: 0.5
318is 16V cat. ............................................ 1990 to 1991 850 :I:40 0.7 :1:0.5
318i cat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1991 to 1993 800 :I:40 0.7:1: 0.5
318is &Compact. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1992 to 1996 850 :I:40 0.7:1: 0.5
318i .,. 1993 to 1996 800 :I:40 0.7 :1:0.5
518i ........................... 1993 to 1996 800 :I:40 0.7:1: 0.5
750i & L & cat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1987 to 1994 700 :I:50 0.7 :I:0.5
850i ..................................................... 1991 to 1994 700 :I:50 0.7:1: 0.5
6-2 Bosch Motronic MPi (35, 55 and BB-pin types)
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Bosch Motronic MPi (35, 55 and BB-pintypes) 6-3
Motronic 'First Generation' Motronic accesses a different map for idle This means that the engine may actually ru-
A 35-pin connector and multi-plug running conditions, and this map is quite well with failure of one or more minc'
connects the First Generation Motronic ECM implemented whenever the engine speed is at sensors. However, since the substitutec
to the battery, sensors and actuators. First idle. Idle speed during warm-up and normal values are those of a hot engine, cold startirt!;
Generation systems were mainly fitted from hot running conditions is maintained by the and running during the warm-up period ma,
1985 to 1987, and are characterised by idle control (not First Generation). Motronic be less than satisfactory. Also, failure of a
separate RPM and TOC sensors. All later also makes small adjustments to the idle major sensor, ie the AFS, will tend to make
models utilise a single CAS. speed by advancing or retarding the timing, driving conditions less easy.
and this results in an ignition timing value that
Motronic MPi is forever changing during engine idle. Adaptive systems
A 35-pin, 55-pin or 88-pin connector and Motronic is adaptive to changing engine
Basic ECM operation (typical) operating characteristics, and constantl)
multi-plug connects the Motronic ECM to the
battery, sensors and actuators. Motronic 4.1 A permanent voltage supply is made from monitors the data from the various sensors (ie
utilises a 35-pin multi-plug. Motronic 1.7 and the vehicle battery to the ECM (not First AFS or MAP, ATS, CTS. TPS etc). As the
MP3.1 utilises a 88-pin multi-plug and the Generation models). This allows the self- engine or its components wear, the ECM
ignition is OIS in operation. All the others, diagnostic function to retain data of an reacts to new circumstances by adopting the
including 3.1, utilise a 55-pin multi-plug. intermittent nature. Once the ignition is changed values as a correction to the basic
switched on, a voltage supply to the ignition map.
coil and to the ECM is made from the ignition
switch. This causes the ECM to earth the main Reference voltage
2 Controlfunctions fuel injection relay. A relay-switched voltage Voltage supply from the ECM to many of
supply is thus made to the ECM from the main the engine sensors is at a 5.0 volt reference
fuel injection relay. level. This ensures a stable working voltage,
The majority of sensors (other than those unaffected by variations in system voltage.
that generate a voltage such the CAS, KS and The earth return connection.for most engine
General OS), are now provided with a 5.D-volt sensors is made through an ECMpin that is
Motronic normally controls primary ignition, reference supply from a relevant pin on the not directly connected to earth. The ECM
fuelling and idle speed in the vehicles to which ECM. When the engine is cranked or run, a internally connects that pin to earth via one of
. jlj it is fitted. An automatic ISCV is directly speed signal from the CAS causes the ECM to the ECM pins that are directly connected to
actuated by the Motronic ECM to maintain a earth a pin so that the fuel pump will run. earth.
stable idle speed under all conditions of idle Ignition and injection functions ,are also
load. This is true of all late versions. activated. All actuators (injectors, ISCVetc), Signal shielding
J However, in some early First Generation are supplied with nbv from the main relay, and To reduce RFI, a number of sensors (ie
systems, the ISCV is actuated by a separate the ECM completes the circuit by pulsing the CAS, HES, KS, amplifier and OS) use a
Idle control ECM. Alternatively, an coolant- relevant actuator wire to earth. shielded cable. The shielded cable is
controlled AAV, not actuated by the Motronic connected to the main ECM earth wire at
It ECM, is utilised. Self-diagnostic function terminal 19 to reduce interference to a
JI The ignition point and injection duration are
(not First Generation) minimum.
jointly processed by the Motronic ECM so that The First Generation Motronic system does
, Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
the best moment for ignition and fuelling are not have a self-test capability. All later
~I determined for every operating condition. Motronic systems are equippedwith a self- . The VSS is used to advise the ECM of
test capability that regularly examines the
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fl Signal processing signals from engine sensors, and internally
vehicle speed. It usually operates upon the
Hall-effect principle, and is mounted directly
!I Basic ignition timing is stored by the ECM logs a code in the event of a fault being upon the gearbox or on the back of the
in a three-dimensional map, and the engine present. This code can be extracted from the speedometer drive.
load and speed signals determines the Motronic serial port (SO connector) by a A voltage is applied to the VSS from the
ignition timing. The main engine load sensor is suitable fault code reader. system relay or ignition switch. As the
either an AFS or a MAP sensor, and engine Some systems utilise a warning lamp circuit speedometer cable turns, the Hall switch is
speed is determined from the CAS signal. so that when the ECM detects that a major alternately turned on and off to return a
Correction factors are then applied for fault is present, it earths the warning lamp pin square wave signal to the ECM. The
il starting, idle, deceleration, and part- and full- and the warning lamp on the dash will light. frequency of the signal is geared to so many
load operation. The main correction factor is The lamp will stay lit until the fault is no longer pulses per revolution of the speedometer
" engine temperature (CTS). Minor correction to present. If the fault clears, the code will cable, and is in direct proportion to the vehicle
q; timing and AFR are made with reference to remain logged until wiped clean with a speed.
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the ATS and TPS or TS signals. suitable FCR, or when the battery is
The basic AFR is also stored in a three- disconnected. In Citroen and Peugeot
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dimensional map, and the engine load and applications, a number of faults are designate 3 Primarytrigger
speed signals determine the basic injection as minor faults. These faults do not turn on
pulse value. Motronic calculates the AFR from the warning lamp, although a fault code is still
the load signal and the speed of the engine logged by the ECM. The failure of many of the
(CAS). system sensors are designated as minor
The AFR and the pulse duration are then faults. CAS (not First Generation)
corrected on reference to ATS, CTS, battery The primary signal to initiate both ignition
voltage and position of the TPS or TS. Other Limp-home facility (LOS) and fuelling emanates from a CAS mounted in
controlling factors are determined by Motronic has a limp-home facility LOS). In proximity to the flywheel. The CAS consists of
operating conditions such as cold start and the event of a serious fault in one or more of an inductive magnet that radiates a magnetic
.warm-up, idle condition, acceleration and the sensors, the EMS will substitute a fixed field: A number of steel teeth are set into the
deceleration. default value in place of the defective sensor. periphery of the flywheel at equidistant
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Bosch Motronic MPi (35, 55 and BB-pin types) 6-5
=airlysimilar and can vary from 5 volts at idle resistance in order to increase primary current
::>over 100 volts at 6000 rpm. In the ECM, an and primary energy. The amplifier limits the
arullogue to digital converter (ADC)transforms primary current to around 8 amps, and this
~e AC pulse into a digital signal. permits a reserve of energy to maintain the
required spark burn time (duration) (see
illustration 6.4).
4 Primaryand
secondary ignition Ignition system
Either a distributor or an DIS is employed
for ignition pl,Jrposes. Refer to Chapter 2 for I
more details on the DIS.
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Data on load (AFS or MAP), engine speed Distributor 6.4 coil used in Citroen
Ignition
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:::;AS), engine temperature (CTS) and throttle Where fitted, the distributor only contains and Peugeot DISsystems
:x)Sition (TPS or TS) are collected by the ECM, secondary HT components (distributor cap (eg Motronic 5.1 and 3.1)
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6.6 Bosch Motronic MPi (35, 55 and BB-pin types)
Vauxhall & Opel applications, an octane Once the injector is open, a second circuit
coding plug is provided to enable the ECM to rapidly pulses the injector to earth. The
adopt different characteristics to suit various switching is so rapid that the injector is
operating conditions. effectively held open, and less current is
required during the operation. Advantages of if'
this arrangement include a reduction in
injector operating temperature, and
5 Fuel injection (MPi) immediate injector closure once the holding
circuit is switched off.
Banked simultaneous injection
The Motronic banked simultaneous
General injection system is a Multi-point injection
system, and pulses all injectors at the same
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The Motronic ECM contains a fuel map with 6.5 Motronic distributor (GM, 2.5).
~ an injector opening time for basic conditions time - ie simultaneously and once per engine The Hall-effect phase sensor (CID)
I revolution. This means that half of the fuel for
of speed and load. Information is then multi-plug has been disconnected
the next power stroke is injected at each
I gathered from engine sensors such as the
AFS or MAP sensor, CAS, CTS, and TPS or opening of the injector and fuel lies briefly on configuration) (see illustration 6.5). Other
the back of an inlet valve until that valve engines (eg BMW) utilise an inductive device
TS. As a result of this information, the ECM
opens. The injector thus opens twice for every that serves the same purpose but identifies
will look up the correct injector pulse duration No 1 cylinder by generating an inductive pulse.
right across the engine rpm, load and engine cycle. During engine start from cold,
the pulse duration is increased to provide a
temperature range.
Fuel injectors
richer air/fuel mixture. During engine cranking Load sensors
(hot or cold), the number of pulses (frequency)
The fuel injector is a magnetically-operated is increased from once per revolution to twice The ECM requires a load sensor to detect
solenoid valve that is actuated by the ECM. per revolution. After 20 seconds of cranking, the flow of air into an engine. Once the volume
Voltage to the injectors is applied from the the pulse reverts to one pulse per revolution. of air is known, the correct amount of fuel can
main relay, and the earth path is completed by Although all four injectors are pulsed be looked up in the map. Several methods are
the ECM for a period of time (called pulse simultaneously, the injectors are arranged in used by the various Motronic systems to
duration) of between 1.5 and 10 milliseconds. two banks, with injectors 1 and 2 comprising measure load. The vane-type AFS, the hot-
The pulse duration is very much dependent wire air mass meter and the MAP sensor are
one bank, and injectors 3 and 4 making up the
upon engine temperature, load, speed and other bank. Each bank is connected to the the three types most usually found.
operating conditions. When the magnetic ECM via a separate ECM pin). Vane-type AFS
solenoid closes, a back-EMF voltage of up to Sequential injection The AFS is located between the air filter
60 volts is initiated. and the throttle body. As air flows through the
The Motronic sequential injection system is
Depending on model, there are several sensor it deflects a vane (flap).The greater the
I a Multi-point system that pulses the injectors
I different methods of firing the injectors. The volume of air, the more will the flap be
sequentially - ie in firing order and once per
methods are, simultaneous injection, banked deflected (see illustration 6.6). The vane is
I engine cycle. Each injector is connected to
simultaneous injection, and sequential connected to a wiper arm, which wipes a
I the ECM via a separate ECM pin). During
I injection. potentiometer resistance track and so varies
engine start from cold, the pulse duration and
Simultaneous injection the resistance of the track. This allows a
I number of pulses (frequency) are increased to
provide a richer air/fuel mixture. variable voltage signal to be returned to the
The Motronic simultaneous injection ECM.
system is a Multi-point injection system, and
I pulses all injectors at the same time - ie
Three wires are used by the circuitry of this
simultaneously and twice per engine cycle.
Cylinder identification sensor, and it is often referred to as a three-
(sequential injection only) wire sensor. A 5-volt reference voltage is
I Half of the required fuel per engine cycle is applied to the resistance track, with the other.
injected at each engine revolution. During In earlier Motronic systems, the ECM does
not recognise No 1 cylinder, or indeed even end connected to the AFS earth return. The
engine start from cold, the pulse duration and
the firing order. This is because it is actually third wire is connected to the wiper arm.
number of pulses (frequency) are increased to From the voltage returned, the ECM is able
provide a richer air/fuel mixture. unnecessary. When the crankshaft or
distributor provides a timing signal, the to calculate the volume of air (load) entering
The fuel injectors are mounted in the inlet the engine, and this is used to calculate the
stubs to the engine inlet valves, so that a correct cylinder is identified by the
mechanical position of the crankshaft, main fuel injection duration. To smooth out
finely-atomised fuel spray is directed onto the
back of each valve. Since the injectors are all camshaft, valves and ignition rotor. In
pulsed simultaneously, fuel will briefly rest systems where the injectors fire
upon the back of a valve before being drawn simultaneously, then the fuel will sit upon the
into 8:cylinder. back of an inlet valve until the valve opens.
Since fuel injection occurs on an individual
Simultaneous injection (First cylinder basis in sequential systems, the ECM
Generation) must be informed which stroke a cylinder is
The basic operation is similar to the actually on. On GM 16-valve engines, this is
simultaneous injection described above. achieved by a cylinder identification sensor
However, the injector is switched using two attached to the distributor, which works on the
circuits. Operation depends on the prim;:iple Hall-effect principle. The sensor identifies No 1
that more current is required to open an cylinder, and returns a signal to the ECM from
injector than to keep it open. This kind of which the identification of all the other cylinders AFS ASSEMBLY
system is often termed 'current-controlled can be calculated. The distributor is attached
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injection' to the exhaust camshaft (the engine is DOHC in 6.6 Motronic type airflow sensor (AFS)
Bosch Motronic MPi (35, 55 and BB-pintypes) 6.7
nlet pulses, a damper is connected to the Burn-offwillnot occur if.the engine speed has As the CO pot adjustment screw is turned,
AFSvane.The AFSexerts a major influence not exceeded 1000 rpm and the coolant the change in resistance returns a voltage
on the amount of fuel injected. temperature is under approximately30°C. signal to the ECM that will result in a change
in CO. The CO pot adjustment only affects
Hot-wire or hot-film MAPsensor idle CO. On catalyst-equipped models, the
air mass meter (AFS) A vacuum hose connects the MAP sensor CO pot has no effect and the CO is thus non-
and the inlet manifold. Manifold vacuum acts adjustable.
The hot-wire air mass meter has replaced
the vane-type AFS fitted to earlier vehicles. upon the MAP sensor diaphragm, and the
The hot-wire air mass meter measures the ECM internally converts the pressure into an CO adjustment
mass of air entering engine, which allows an electrical signal. MAP is calculated from the (First Generation only)
accurate fuel injection pulse to be calculated. formula: Atmospheric Pressure less Manifold The vane type of AFS fitted to early systems
Hot-wire is a very accurate method of Pressure = Manifold Absolute Pressure. utilises an air bleed screw located in the AFS
calculating the engine load (air input) and Using the speed/density method, Motronic to trim the CO value. An air channel allows a
often excludes the need for additional sensors calculates the AFR from the MAP signal and small volume of air to by-pass the air flowing
to measure air temperature and air pressure. the speed of the engine (CAS). This method through the vane. As the by-pass is moved,
Automatic compensation for altitude is thus relies on the theory that the engine will draw in the air volume acting upon the vane is altered,
provided. The absence of moving parts a fixed volume of air per revolution. and the vane moves its position. The changed
improves reliability and lessens maintenance When manifold vacuum is high (ie idle position results in an altered signal to the
requirements (see illustration 6.7). .
condition), MAP is moderately low, and the ECM and a change in fuel volume injected.
Essentially, the hot-wire is so called ECM provides less fuel. When manifold
because a heated wire is placed in the air vacuum is low (ie wide-open throttle), MAP is Coolant temperature sensor
intake. As air passes over the wire, it has a high and the ECM provides more fuel. (CTS)
cooling effect in proportion to the mass of air. The inlet manifold on MPi models is a 'dry'
manifold. Since fuel does not enter the The CTS is immersed in the coolant
As air mass increases or decreases according system, and contains a variable resistance
to engine load, the ECM adjusts the current manifold - due to injection being made onto
flow to maintain the wire at its original
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the. back of the inlet valve there is no risk of that operates on the NTC principle. When the
engine is cold, the resistance is quite high.
resistance and temperature. By measuring the fuel being drawn into the MAP sensor to
contaminate the diaphragm, and a fuel trap is Once the engine is started and begins to .
change in current flow, the ECM is able to warm-up, the coolant becomes hotter, and
not used.
determine the mass of airflow into the engine. this causes a change in the CTS resistance.
As the current" varies on the signal wire, so The MAP sensor may be located internally
As the CTS becomes hotter, the resistance of
does the voltage, and an indication of load in the ECM (no connecting wires) or located
the CTS reduces (NTC principle) and Jhis
can be assessed bi measuring the variable internally in the ECM. When located
externally, a 5-volt reference voltage is returns a variable voltage signal to the ECM
voltage signal. Voltage is applied to the based upon the coolant temperature
sensor from the system relay. Operation of the supplied to the sensor, with the other end
connected to earth. The third wire is The open-circuit supply to the sensor is at a
hot-film AFS is very similar to hot-wire.
If a fault exists in the hot-wire AFS or wiring, connected to a transducer which converts the 5.0-volt reference level, and this voltage [__JI
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manifold pressure signal into a voltage. As the reduces to a value that depends upon the
an appropriate code will be logged in the self- resistance of the CTS resistance. The signal is
diagnostic unit, and a substitute value pressure in the manifold varies, so too does
the signal voltage returned to the ECM. approximately 2.0 to 3.0 volts at an ambient
provided by the LOS program. temperature of 20°C, and reduces to between
0.5 to 1.0 volt at a normal operating
Hot-wire burn-off Air temperature sensor (ATS) temperature of 80 to 100°C. The ECM uses
The ATS is mounted in the AFS inlet tract, the CTS signal as a main correction factor
Over a period of time, deposits tend to build
up upon the hot-wire, and this can lead to and measures the air temperature before it when calculating ignition timing and injection
contamination of the hot-wire. This is avoided enters AFS. Because the density of air varies duration.
with a 'burn-off' function, controlled by the in inverse proportion to the temperature, the
ECM during engine shutdown. Approximately ATS signal allows more accurate assessment Throttle potentiometer sensor
four seconds after the engine has been of t~e volume of air being introduced to the (TPS)
switched off, the ECM rapidly pulses the hot- engine. A TPS is provided to inform the ECM of idle
wire terminal 4 of the AFS for 1.5 seconds. The open-circuit supply to the sensor is at a position, deceleration, rate of acceleration
5.0-volt reference level, and the earth path is and full-load (WOT) conditions. The TPS is a
through the AFS earth return. The ATS potentiometer with three wires. AS-volt
operates on the NTC principle. A variable
reference voltage is supplied to a resistance
voltage signal is returned to the ECM based track, with the other end connected to earth.
upon the air temperature. This signal is The third wire is connected to an arm which
approximately 2.0 to 3.0 volts at an ambient wipes along the resistance track, and so
temperature of 20°C, and reduces to about varies the resistance and voltage of the signal
1.5 volt as the temperature rises to around returned to the ECM.
40°C.
From the voltage returned, the ECM is able
to calculate idle position (approximately
CO potentiometer ('pot') 0.6 volts), full-load (approximately 4.5 volts)
The CO pot mixture adjuster is lo~ated in and also how quickly the throttle is opened.
the AFS, and is a three-wire potentiometer During full-load operation, the ECM provides
that allows small changes to be made to the additional enrichment. During closed throttle
idle CO. A 5.0-volt reference voltage is operation above a certain rpm (deceleration),
applied to the sensor, and earth is via the AFS the ECM will cut off fuel injection. Injection will
6.7 Hot-wire or hot-film air mass meter (1) earth return circuit. The third wire is the CO be reintroduced once the rpm returns to idle
and ATS (2) in Motronic 1.5.2 pot signal. or the throttle is opened.
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os heater circuits is usually wired to the thus returned to the fuel tank via a return pipe. connected), the fuel pressure will be
pump circuit so that the OS heater will only In fact, a maximum fuel pressure in excess of approximately 0.5 bar under the system
operate whilst the engine is running. 5 bar is usually possible. To prevent the pressure.
possibility of pressure loss in the supply
Fuel pressure syst~m system, a non-return valve is provided in the
6 Catalyticconverter and
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The fuel pressure systems in Motronic- fuel pump outlet. When the ignition is
equipped vehicles all function in a similar switched off, and the fuel pump ceases emission control
fashion. The main difference concerns the operation, pressure is thus maintained for
location of the fuel pump which may be some time. J
mounted externally, or internally in the fuel
tank. The types are described as follows. Fuel pressure regulator Catalytic converter
External pump Fuel pressure in the fuel rail is maintained at Versions with a catalytic converter will also
a constant 2.5 or 3.0 bar (depending upon be fitted with an oxygen sensor so that
The roller type fuel pump, mounted close to
vehicle) by a fuel pressure regulator. The closed-loop control of emissions can be
the fuel tank, draws fuel from the tank and
pressure regulator is fitted on the outlet side implemented. The OS is heated so that it will
pumps it to the fuel rail via a fuel filter.
of the fuel rail, and maintains an even reach optimum operatinQ temperature as
Internal pump pressure of 2.5 or 3.0 bar in the fuel rail. quickly as possible after the engine is started.
The fuel pump is mounted vertically in the A vacuum hose connects the upper The OS heater supply is usually made from
fuel tank, and is of the gerotor type. Fuel is chamber to the inlet manifold, so that the fuel pump relay. This ensures that the
drawn. through the pump inlet, to be variations in inlet manifold pressure will not heater will only operate whilst the engine is
pressurised between the rotating gerotor affect the amount of fuel injected. This means running.
teeth and discharged from the pump outlet that the pressure in the rail is always at a Carbon filter
into the fuel supply line. constant pressure above the pressure in the
inlet manifold. The quantity of injected fuel
solenoid valve (CFSV)
Fuel transfer pump An CFSV and activated carbon canister are
thus depends solely on injector opening time,
In some models, a secondary in-tank fuel also be employed to aid evaporative emission
as determined by the ECM, and not on a
transfer pump aids the external pump. The control. The carbon canister stores fuel
variable fuel pressure.
internal fuel pump assembly operates on the vapours until the CFSV is opened by the EMS
At idle speed with the vacuum pipe
gerotor principle .described above. under certain operating conditions. Once the
disconnected, or with the engine stopped and
Fuel pump (all) the pump running, or at full-throttle, the CFSV is actuated by the EMS, fuel vapours
The fuel pump normally provides much system fuel pressure will be approximat~ly are drawn into the inlet manifold to be burnt
more fuel than is required, and surplus fuel is 2.5 bar or 3.0 bar. At idle speed (vacuum pipe by the engine during normal combustion.
Adjustments
b) If the cooling fan operates during TPS or TS fully anti-clockwise and .1
7 Adjustment pre-conditions adjustment, wait until it stops, re-stabilise re-tighten the screws.
the engine and then restart the c) Unscrew the throttle stop screw until
adjustment procedure. there is a gap between the stop and
screw.
c) Allow the CO and idle speed to settle.
1 Ensure that all of these conditions are met d) Make all checks and adjustments within d) Gently turn in the screw until it just
30 seconds. If this time is exceeded, touches the stop.
before attempting to make adjustments
re-stabilise the engine and recheck. e) Turn-in the screw one further half turn
a) Engine at operating temperature. Engine when there should be an air gap of
oil at a minimum temperature of ao°c; a
journey of at least 4 miles is between 0.05 to 0.15 mm (0.002 tf) .f;;~
0.006'?betweenthe throttlecasingand .~....
recommended (particularly so if equipped
with AT).
8 Throttleadjustments the throttle plate.
~ Adjust the TPS or TS.
b) Ancillary equipment (all engine loads and g) Refit and readjust the throttle cable and' fit
accessories) switched off. . Elnew tamperproof cap to the throttle.
c) AT vehicles: Transmission in N or P. stop screw.
d) Engine mechanically sound. Throttle valve position
e) Engine breather hoses and breather
system in satisfactory condition. 1 Clean the throttle valve and surrounding
~ Induction system free from vacuum leaks. areas with carburettor cleaner. Blow-by from
g) Ignition system in satisfactory condition. the breather system often causes sticking
h) Air filter in satisfactory condition. problems here (see illustration 6.11).
i) Exhaust system free from leaks. 2 The throttle valve is critical and should not
j) Throttle cable correctly adjusted. normally be disturbed. A common fault is
k) No fault codes logged by the ECM. maladjustment of the idle speed by use of the
Q OS operating satisfactorily (catalyst throttle stop screw.
vehicles with closed-loop controlj. 3 Where adjustment IS required:
2 In addition, before checking the idle speed a) Disconnect the throttle cable, and remove
and CO values, stabilise the ~ngine as follows: the tamperproof cap from the throttle
a) StabilisM the engine. Raise the engine stop screw. H.2/205
speed to 3000 rpm for a minimum of b) Loosen the TPS or TS
30 seconds, and then let the engine idle. adjustment/retaining screws, rotate the 6.11 Throttle valve adjustment
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6.12 Adjust the TS with the aid of an 6.13 With the ohmmeter connected 6.14 Adjustment of the idle CO pot located
ohmmeter. With the ohmmeter connected between terminals 3 and 18 and the in the vane-type AFS
between terminals 2 and 18 and the throttle fully open, the ohmmeter should
throttle closed, the ohmmeter should indicate zero (continuity)
indicate zero (continuity)
Throttle switch 6 Increase the engine speed. The timing 9 Allow the CO value to settle, and check the
marks should smoothly advance. Expect idle CO value.
Conditions:enginestopped, throttleclosed,
TS disconnected. approximately 25 to 35° of timing advance at
4 Attach an ohmmeter between TS terminals2 3000 rpm. CO adjustment
7 If the timing is not being controlled properly (non-cat models only)
and 18. The ohmmeter should indicate zero
(continuity)(see illustration 6.12). by the ECM, suspect one of the following Air bleed screw
I . faults:
5 Open the throttle. The ohmmeter should (First Generation Motronic)
indicate an open-circuit (infinity)(also see a) The engine is in LOS, due to one or more
:11 serious sensor failures. 10 Where adjustment is necessary, remove
illustration 6.13). the tamperproof plug covering the CO
6 As soon as the throttle moves off its stop. b) TheECM is faulty. adjustment screw in the AFS.
An audible 'click' should be heard. 11 Stabilise the engine as above.
12 Turn the adjustment screw until the CO
ltdjust the TPS
10 Idleadjustments stabilises at the specified figure). Turn the
Conditions: Engine stopped, throttle closed, screw clockwise to increase the CO level, anti-
ignition'on'. clockwise to decrease the CO level.
7 Attach a voltmeter between the signal 13 If the CO level remains at a low level and'
terminal and earth and measure the voltage. does not respond to adjustment, check for an
8 The switch is requires adjustment if the Idle adjustment overview induction vacuum leak. The slightest leak will
voltage is greater than 0.60. 1 Refer to the test conditions described in adversely affect the idle mixture.
9 Loosen the two securing screws and adjust Section 7. CO pot in AFS (vane-type AFS)
the switch until the voltmeter indicates less 2 Checkthe that the throttle valve setting is
than 0.60 volts. correct as described above. 14 Slide back the rubber boot, and connect a
3 Check the TS or TPS adjustment as voltmeter between the signal wire and earth.'
described above. A voltage of approximately 2 to 3 volts should
9 Ignitiontimingchecks 4 Stabilise the engine. Raise the engine be obtained (see illustratiOn 6.14).
speed to 3000 rpm for a minimum of 20 15 If the voltage is outside of the stated
seconds, and then allow the engine to idle. parameters when the CO is correct, check the
Make all checks and adjustments within 30 system for:
1 The ignition timing is not adjustable, and seconds. If this time is exceeded, re-stabilise a) Vacuum leak.
marks are not always provided. However, it is the engine and recheck. If the cooling fan b) Incorrect AFS or MAP signal.
useful to make the following checks. If no operates during adjustment, wait untilit stops, c) Incorrect CTS signal.
marks are available,make your own marks on re-stabilise the engine and then restart the d) Fouled or leaking injectors.
the front damper and pulley. adjustment procedure. e) Incorrect fuel pressure.
2 Refer to the test conditions described in 5 Allowthe idle speed to settle, and check 16 Stabilise the engine as above.
Section 7. that the regulated idle speed is correct. 17 Remove the tamperproof cap and turn the
3 Allowthe engine to idle. 6 Ifthe idle speed is outside of the specified CO adjustment screw. Turn the screw
4 Connect a stroboscopic timing light. parameters, check the system sensors for clockwise to increase CO level and raise
5 Record the approx!J;nate base ignition faults. voltage, anti-clockwise to reduce CO level and
timing. Note: The marks willfluctuate by a few. 7 Connect a gas analyser to the exhaust lower voltage.
degrees as the ECM varies the timiMJto ~.. system. 18 Refer to the CO pot test if the voltage
control the idle speed. f 8 Stabilise the engine as above. does not vary or no voltage can be obtained.
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1 Refer to the note at the start of Section 11, 1 Refer to the note at the start of Section 11, 1 Refer to the note at the start of Section 11,
and refer to the relevant Section of Chapter 4. and refer to the relevant Section of Chapter 4. and refer to the relevant Section of Chapter 4.
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1 Refer to the note at the start of Section 11, 1 Refer to the note at the start of Section 11,
and refer to the relevant Section of Chapter 4. and refer to the relevant Section of Chapter 4.
1 Refer to the note at the start of Section 11,
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2 The majority of Opel and Vauxhall vehicles
and refer to the relevant Section of Ch'apter4.
utilise a single 6-pin relay with dual contacts.
23 Idle speed control valve Pin numbering is along the DIN lines. 2 The OS found in the majority of Motronic
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(ISCV) 3 Many Citroen and Peugeot vehicles utilise a systems is a four-wire sensor.
single 15-pin relay with dual contacts. Num-
bering is from one to 15 (seewiring diagram).
1 Refer to the note at the start of Section 11, 4 Testing of multi- pin relays follows similar 28 Carbon filter
and refer to the relevant Section of Chapter 4. lines to that described in Chapter 4, and the
2 ISCV resistances: relay supplies, earths and outputs should be solenoid valve (CFSV)
a) 2-wire ISCV: 8 to 10 ohms checked for voltage. The relay can be by-
b) 3-wire ISCV: 40 ohms from middle passed as before with a jumper wire
terminal to either of the outer terminals, connecting the battery supply terminal to an 1 Refer to the note at the start of Section 11,
80 ohms between the two outer terminals. appropriate output terminal. and refer to the relevant Section-of Chapter 4.
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1 Ignition output to amplifier, coil ~>ne 13 CTS supply /output 25 CAS supply/signal
2 Ignition output to amplifier, coil two 14 Injectors (pulse) 26-
3 TPS signal contact 15 - 27 Earth
4 Diagnostic socket 16 Earth 28 PIN switch (AT only)
5 Earth 17 Diagnostic socket 29 A/C switch
6 Sensor retum ATS, CTS, CO pot, TPS 18 Battery supply 30-
7 - 19 - 31-
8 - 20 FP relay driver 32 AlC compressor supply relay
9 Sensor supply CO pot, TPS 21 Tachometer 33 -
10 - 22 A TS supply/output 34 -
11 - 23 CAS return 35 Nbv supply from main relay
12 Diagnos"ocket 24 CO pot signal
EQH622
ECU
earth
5
33 35 16 19 20 18
ignition switch
injectors 5
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11
fuel
2 18 3 injection
2 11 11 13 12 14 15 (1) (2) (3:.
1 1
relay: t87
Earth
1 2 1 2 1 11 2 1 2
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wiring diagram
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earth I fuel pump fuel injection
relay relay
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Fault codes
d) After a moment the fuel injectors will
29 Obtainil19 fault codes function. This can be determined by
vibration and the sound of the injectors
clicking. Warning: Avoid the injection of
excess fuel into the cylinders by
completing the test quickly.
BMWand Volvo e) If the injectors fail to operate, refer to the
1 All of the Motronic EMS's fitted to these fuel injector tests.
vehicles ranges require a dedicated FCR to f) Continue with the next test to check the
access fault codes. Flash codes are not ACCESSORY ISCV.
SWITCH
av~ilable for output from any of these g) Close the accessory switch for three
systems. For the sake of completeness, we seconds once more.
have provided fault code charts for BMW
vehicles. At this time, code charts for the
other vehicles are not available. Note: Flash
codes are available for a small number of
l?l EARTH
h) After a moment the ISCV will function ana
vibrate to the touch.
i) If the ISCV fails to operate, refer to the
ISCV tests.
codes on BMW vehicles marketed in the USA.
These vehicles alone are equipped with a
6.28 Obtaining flash codes: Opel and Vauxhall vehicles
Citroen and Peugeot 5 If a FCR is available, it could be attached to
dash-mounted warning lamp.
the SO serial connector (the Vauxhall term fO"
dJ Open tile sWIYcll, tile wamlng (amp Wlr(;- tne SO p(ug is ALOLJ and used for tne
Citroen and Peugeot Flash once (indicating 10). following purposes:
2 If a FCR is available, it could be attached to Pause for 1.5 seconds.
a) Obtain fault codes.
the SO serial connector and used for the Flash twice (indicating 2). b) Clear fault codes.
following purposes: This indicates the code of twelve (12) c) Obtain Datastream information.
which is the test start code.
a) Obtain fault codes. d) Actuate the system actuators: Thismay
b) Clear fault codes. e) The waming lamp will extinguish. include one or more of the actuators on
f) Close the switch for three seconds (the the following list:
c) Obtain Datastream information.
dash warning lamp will remain off). Fuel injectors
d) Actuate the system actuators: Thismay
include one or more of the actuators on g) Open the switch, the warning lamp will ISCV
flash to indicate a code.
the following list: CFSV (where fitted)
Fuel injectors h) Once the lamp has extinguished, wait for
6 If a FCR is not available, it is still possible to
ISCV three seconds before continuing. obtain fault codes so long as the SO plug is of
CFSV (where fitted) ij Close the switch for three seconds &
the 10-pin type. A FCR is required for those
repeat the test to obtain further codes.
3 If a FCR is not available, it is still possible to systems equipped with the 16-pin SO plug.
When code 11 is obtained, this indicates
obtain fault codes so long as the SO plug is of End of Test. Obtaining codes without a FCR
the two-pin type. A FCR is required for those
j) After code 11 is obtained the complete 7 Use a jumper lead to bridge terminals A ana
systems equipped with the 16-pin SO plug.
4 When the ECM determines that a fault is test may be repeated. B in the SO (ALOL)plug. The codes are ther
k) If code 11 is the first code obtained after output on the instrument panel warning lamp.
present, it internally logs a fault code, and will By counting the flashes and referring to the
code 12, no faults are logged by the
also illuminate the diagnostic warning lamp if ECM. fault code table, faults can thus be
the fault is regarded by the system as major.
Clearing fault codes from the memory determined (see illustration 6.29).
Faults regarded as minor will not illuminate
the warning lamp, although a code will still be of the ECM
Ignition
logged. All of the various two-digit fault codes a) Repair all circuits indicated by the fault supply
in Citroen and Peugeot vehicles equippf'd codes.
with a Motronic system are of the 'slow' b) Switch on the ignition.
variety, and can be output as flash codes on c) Perform the test as detailed above to
the dash-mounted warning lamp. The first reveal code 11 with no fault codes
series of flashes indicates the number of tens, (optiona/).
the second series of flashes indicates the Earth
I. d) Close the accessory switch for more than
single units (see illustration 6.28). ten seconds. ALDL
I Obtaining codes without a FCR e) The warning lamp will remain
extinguished.
multiplug
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