Starting and Charging System Specifications System type - 12 V, «minus» on mass Battery Type - low maintenance or maintenance free, sealed for life Charging level: Insufficient - 12.5 V Normal - 12.6 V Good - 12.7 V Generator Type - Denso, Valeo, Bosch, Magneti...
General information and precautions General information The electrical system of the engine mainly consists of charging and starting systems. Since these are engine-related functions, they are described separately from body electrical equipment such as...
Battery — checking and charging Examination Standard batteries and low maintenance batteries 1. If the car has a low annual mileage, it is recommended to check the electrolyte density every three months to determine the state of charge of the battery....
Battery — removal and installation Note. Before starting work, please refer to the paragraph « Disconnecting the battery ». Removing 1. The battery is located on the left side of the engine compartment. 2. Loosen the clamp nut, and then disconnect the...
Battery shelf and base plate — removal and installation Note. The layout of the battery shelf and baseplate varies considerably by model and year. The procedures for typical arrangements that may be encountered are described below. Removing 1. Remove the battery as described...
Charging System — Check Note. Before starting work, read the precautions described in paragraph « Safety first! » and in paragraph 1 this chapter. 1. If the generator control lamp does not light up when the ignition is turned on, first check...
Generator — removal and installation Removing 1. Disconnect the wire «masses» from battery (see « Disconnecting the battery »). 2. Remove the accessory drive belt as described in chapter 1A . 3. On diesel engines of 1.9 l of the DW series, release the...
Generator — Inspection and Overhaul If a generator malfunction is suspected. it should be removed from the vehicle and taken to an automotive electrician for inspection. Most automotive electricians can provide new brushes and install them at a reasonable...
Starting system check Note. Before starting work, read the precautions described in paragraph « Safety first! » and in paragraph 1 this chapter. 1. If the starter does not work when the ignition key is turned to the appropriate position, the...
Starter — removal and installation Removing 1. Disconnect the wire «masses» from battery (see « Disconnecting the battery »). 2. On 1.9L DW series diesel engines, loosen the clamp in the center of the engine cover and remove the fastening screw on the...
Starter — check and repair If a starter motor failure is suspected, it should be removed from the vehicle and taken to an automotive electrician for inspection. Most automotive electricians can provide new brushes and install them at a reasonable...
Sensor-switch of a control lamp of insufficient oil pressure Removing 1. The switch is located on the front side of the cylinder block, above the oil filter support or screwed into the oil filter housing. Be aware that on some models, access to the switch can be improved by...
Oil level sensor — removal and installation 1. On gasoline engines, the sensor is located on the front side of the cylinder block next to the oil filter housing. On diesel engines, it is mounted on the rear side of the cylinder block at the left end (pic. 15.1)....
Ignition System Specifications General information Type of system - non-distributed ignition system controlled by the engine management system (electronic control unit) The order of operation of the cylinders is 1-3-4-2 (cylinder number 1 closest to...
Ignition system — general information General information The ignition system is integrated with the fuel injection system. Together they form an integrated engine management system controlled by a single electronic control unit (for more information refer...
Ignition system — check Attention! The voltage generated in the electronic ignition system is much higher than the voltage produced in conventional ignition systems. Be extremely careful when operating the system with the ignition on. People...
Ignition coil unit — removal, inspection and installation Withdrawal (engines 1.4 l) Ignition coil mounted on the cylinder head 1. The ignition coil is mounted on the left end of the cylinder head. 2. Disconnect the wire «masses» from battery (see « Disconnecting the battery...
Ignition advance — check and adjustment 1. There are no ignition timing marks on the flywheel or crankshaft pulley. The ignition timing is constantly monitored and regulated by the ECU of the engine management system. Nominal values cannot be set. Therefore,...
Knock sensor — removal and installation Removing 1. The knock sensor is screwed into the cylinder block on its rear side. 2. Fully apply the parking brake. Raise the front of the vehicle and securely jack stands under it (see « Lifting and placing the car on...
Heating System Specifications Glow candles Resistance (typical) - no more than 1 ohm Tightening torques for threaded connections - Nm Glow candles - 22
Preheating system — description and verification Design Description 1. Each swirl chamber contains a glow plug (sometimes called a glow plug), screwed into the cylinder head. Glow plugs are energized before starting and during a cold engine start. 2. The electrical...
Glow plugs — removal, inspection and installation Removing Warning. If the preheating system has just been energized or the engine has recently been running, the glow plugs may be very hot. 1. Disconnect the wire «masses» from battery (see « Disconnecting the battery...
Preheating control unit — removal and installation Removing 1. The block is located on the left mudguard of the engine compartment or on the front panel of the body next to the radiator. 2. Disconnect the wire «masses» from battery (see « Disconnecting the battery »)....