Operation Section
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Electronic Controlled Spark-Ignition Engines
G420FE Engine
EMS (Engine management system) of G420F(E)
engine engine is a closed loop system utilizing a 3-
way catalytic muffler to reduce the emission level in
the exhaust gas. In order to obtain maximum effect
from the catalyst, an accurate control of the air fuel
ratio is required. A small engine control module
(SECM) uses two heated exhaust gas oxygen
sensors (HEGO) in the exhaust system to monitor
exhaust gas content. One HEGO is installed in front
of the catalytic muffler and one is installed after the
catalytic muffler.
EMS schematic of G420FE Dual fuel engine
The SECM makes any necessary corrections to the
air fuel ratio by controlling the inlet fuel pressure to
the air/fuel mixer by modulating the dual fuel trim
valves (FTV) connected to the regulator. Reducing
the fuel pressure leans the air/fuel mixture and
increasing the fuel pressure enriches the air/fuel
mixture. To calculate any necessary corrections to
the air fuel ratio, the SECM uses a number of
different sensors to gain information about the
engine’s performance. Engine speed is monitored
by the SECM through a variable reluctance (VR) or
Hall Effect sensor. Intake manifold air temperature
and absolute pressure are monitored with a TMAP
sensor. MI-07 is a drive-by-wire (DBW) system
connecting the accelerator pedal to the electronic
throttle through the electrical harness; mechanical
cables are not used. A throttle position sensor
(TPS) monitors throttle position in relation to the
accelerator pedal position sensor (APP) command.
Even engine coolant temperature and adequate oil
pressure are monitored by the SECM. The SECM
controller has full adaptive learning capabilities,
allowing it to adapt control function as operating
conditions change. Factors such as ambient
temperature, fuel variations, ignition component
wear, clogged air filter, and other operating
variables are compensated.
MPI (multi-point injection) is used for this system.
Fuel injection pressure and flow rate depend on
engine-specific fuel injection requirements. A
variety of regulators and injectors can be used to fit
individual needs. The gasoline fuel pressure
regulator is a one-way, non-return configuration. All
gasoline specific components are automotive
production parts and validated to strict automotive
standards. Four (4) sequential injection channels
are supported.
