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Basic Engine Forklift Knowledge

Key points for non-electric

engine maintenance
with LPG

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 Basic Engine Forklift Knowledge
Key points for maintenance of non-electric engines Contents 1
Chapter 1 Inspection and maintenance of engines ········································ P. 3
1-1. Why inspect and maintain?··························································· P. 3
1-2. Benefits of inspection and maintenance ·········································· P. 3
1-3. Troubleshooting ········································································· P. 4
Chapter 2 Commonalities between gasoline engines and diesel engines ········ P. 5
2-1. Measurement of Engine Rotation Speed ········································· P. 5
2-2. Adjustment of gasoline engine rotation speed ··································· P. 5
2-3. Adjustment of diesel engine rotation speed ······································ P. 9
2-4. Grendia engine rotation speed standard value ·································· P. 9
2-5. Measurement of compression pressure (compression) ······················· P. 10
2-6. Measurement of valve clearance ··················································· P. 12
2-7. Grendia valve clearance standard value ········································· P. 13
Chapter 3 Gasoline Engine ································································· P. 14
3-1. Timing of ignition ······································································· P. 14

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 Basic Engine Forklift Knowledge
Key points for maintenance of non-electric engines Contents 2
Chapter 4 Diesel Engine ································································· P. 15
4-1. Inspection of glow plug ···························································· P. 15
4-2. Fuel system air bleed ······························································ P. 16
4-3. Injection nozzle ······································································ P. 17
4-4. Replacement of injection pump ················································· P. 18
Chapter 5 LPG vehicle ··································································· P. 19
5-1. Points of consideration during inspection and maintenance ············· P. 19
5-2. LPG Filter Maintenance ···························································· P. 20
5-3. Inspection of LPG solenoid valve ················································ P. 21
5-4. Maintenance of the vaporizer ····················································· P. 21
5-5. Low idle adjustment ································································· P. 22
5-6. Adjustment of ignition timing ······················································ P. 22
5-7. Valve clearance ······································································ P. 22
5-8. Vaporizer primary chamber pressure measurement, adjustment ······· P. 23
5-9. LPG vehicle maintenance information ········································· P. 23
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Chapter 1 Inspection and maintenance of engines
1-1. Why inspect and maintain?
Machines such as forklift trucks and engines are made of metal, and moving
parts wear out with continued use.
In addition, oils for reducing wear, cooling water to prevent excessive
temperature rises, and rubber products such as belts also deteriorate due to
long-term use and thermal effects.
These factors are also affected by environmental factors such as
temperature, humidity, and dust which promote deterioration.

Periodically and properly inspecting and maintaining forklift trucks and

engines is the way to always maintain them in top condition and bring out their
best performance, which in turn leads to safe and secure use by customers.

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Chapter 1 Inspection and maintenance of engines
1-2. Benefits of inspection and maintenance

Benefits of inspection and maintenance

1. Allows for safe use of forklifts with confidence.
2. Maintains performance.
3. Reduction in failure rate.
4. Early detection of failures and shortened troubleshooting time (repair time).
5. Reduction of exhaust gas and noise = Reduction of environmental burden.

It is necessary for customers to understand that it is possible to minimize

the effects of deterioration and breakdown, and thus provide long-term
benefit (to the customer), by performing inspection and maintenance
(before-sales service).

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Chapter 1 Inspection and maintenance of engines
1-3. Troubleshooting (1)
Three steps to troubleshooting
1. Understand the structure and function of the machine in advance.
2. Verify the target device, and nature of the problem.
3. Make a conjecture about the cause.

1. Details
Understanding the structure and function is the first step for investigating the cause of the problem.
Dealing with problems through guesswork leads to futile part replacements and wasted time for both
customer and service personnel.
2. Details
When starting the engine to verify the problem, it is necessary to judge whether its condition permits
starting. Starting the engine could worsen the symptoms depending on the problem.
If contacted by a customer, verify the issue with the customer present if possible.
3. Details
(See next slide.)

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Chapter 1 Inspection and maintenance of engines
1-3. Troubleshooting (2)

Three elements needed for an engine to be in working order

Good Good Good
fuel compression combustion

The above three elements serve as clues to deduce the cause of engine trouble.
If any of the three elements is missing, the engine is unlikely to continue rotating properly.
Therefore, a conjecture is made based on these three points to determine the cause of
the engine trouble.

Example: Engine rotation does not increase.

Is fuel supply sufficient?
Is the air cleaner clogged?
Does the spark of the spark plug fly? (gasoline engine)
Is compression normal?

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Chapter 2 Shared Inspection Items of Gasoline Engines and
Diesel Engines
2-1. Measurement of engine speed
Knowing the rotation conditions of the engine is the basis Photoelectric
of maintenance and leads to the early detection of failures. engine tachometer
There are various methods for measuring the rotational
speed of the engine, but here we introduce a
photoelectric engine tachometer.
In the case of a photoelectric system, reflective tape is
applied to the object to be measured, light from the
tachometer is irradiated to the reflecting tape, and
rotational speed is measured.
In the photograph on the left, the torque converter cover
is removed, and the reflective tape is applied to the torque
converter body for measurement.
Reflective tape must be applied to a spot with the
same rotational speed as the crankshaft.
Torque converter Reflective tape

Measurement with a photoelectric engine tachometer

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2-2. Adjustment of gasoline engine rotation speed
2-2-1. Measurement with ignition voltage detection tachometer (1)

For measuring the engine rotation speed of a Grendia non-electric gasoline engine, a
voltage detection engine tachometer on the primary side of the ignition coil can be used.

In this case, the ignition coil adapter harness

(91H20-09190) shown in the photo is required. Engine tachometer
Harness side
mounting side
The next slide shows how to install and use
an engine tachometer, using the
Banzai-manufactured DACS tester 001-1A,
an Ignition Voltage Detection Engine
Tachometer.
Distributor side

Ignition coil adapter harness

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2-2. Adjustment of gasoline engine rotation speed
2-2-1. Measurement with an ignition voltage detection tachometer (2)
How to connect
1. Attach the ignition coil adapter harness between the connector and the
harness connected to the distributor.
2. Connect the engine tachometer terminal according to the table below.

Distributor
Engine tachometer Connection point Engine tachometer
Ignition coil
Red terminal Adapter harness
Red terminal
Ignition coil
Green terminal Adapter harness
Green terminal
Black terminal Battery negative terminal

Ignition coil adapter harness

Tachometer connection to Grendia non-electric gasoline engine

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 2-2-1. Measurement with an ignition voltage detection tachometer (3) Scale of H

How to use the DACS tester 001-1A made by BANZAI

1. ① Slide switch settings
Align the slide switch with the second from the bottom.
(The scale on the right represents the number of cylinders in a two-cycle
engine and the scale on the left represents the number of cylinders in
a four-cycle engine. Scale of L
GRENDIA is the second from the bottom because it is 4 cycle 4 cylinder. )

2. ② Settings of rotary switch ③ Measuring section

* Low idle measurement:
Set it at the position of L and read the scale of L at the
measuring part of ③.
* High idle measurement:
Set it at the position of H and read the scale of H at the
measuring part of ③.

CAUTION: When the rotary switch is in the L state, turning it to high

idle may break the tachometer. ② Rotary switch

① Slide switch

DACS tester 001-1A manufactured by BANZAI

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 2-2. Adjustment of gasoline engine rotation speed
2-2-2. Low idle · · · Carburetor adjustment
If only adjusting the low idle rotation speed, rotate the throttle screw of the carburetor
with the driver and adjust it to the standard value.
Make the following adjustment when the idle rotation speed is unstable or when
there is an odor of exhaust gas.
Carburetor adjustment section Low idle adjustment method
1. Warm up the engine.
2. Loosen the idle adjustment screw more.
3. Rotate the throttle screw and adjust the idle
rotation speed to the standard value.
4. Slowly tighten the idle adjustment screw until
just before it won’t rotate further.
5. Check the idle speed, and adjust it with the

Throttle screw throttle screw if it deviates from the standard

value.

Idle adjustment screw

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 2-2. Adjustment of gasoline engine rotation speed
2-2-3. Maximum rotation speed (high idle) · · · Air governor adjustment
The maximum rotation speed is generally not adjusted except
when it is higher than the standard value. Necessary adjustments Black rubber cap
are made with the air governor.
1. Warm up the engine.
2. Loosen the lock nut with a 2.5 mm hex wrench.
3. When removing the black rubber cap, two adjustment screws
become visible. Lock nut
One is adjusted with a 12 mm hex socket wrench, and the other
Air governor adjustment part 1
with a slotted screwdriver.
Note: The black rubber cap is normally sealed and should always be sealed
after adjusting.

4. When adjusting the maximum rotation speed, fix the part being adjusted in
place to prevent co-rotation with the slotted screwdriver, and rotate the
socket wrench side to match the standard value.
Press the accelerator all the way down after adjusting to check the
maximum rotation speed.
Adjustment screws for two spots

Air governor adjustment part 2

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 2-2. Adjustment of gasoline engine rotation speed
2-2-4. If hunting occurs · · · Air governor adjustment

Hunting is when the maximum rotation

repeatedly fluctuates as if undulating, a
symptom of unstable rotation.

If hunting occurs by pressing down the

accelerator all the way, perform the
following. Air governor
Hunting adjustment

1. Press down the accelerator all the way. (Open throttle valve completely.)
2. Secure the hexagon socket wrench such that it doesn’t co-rotate, and
slowly tighten the slotted screwdriver.
If the hunting abates and the rotation stabilizes, adjustment is completed.
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 2-3. Diesel engine
Rotation speed adjustment
Injection pump
1. Low idle adjustment
Photoelectric engine tachometer
(1) Loosen the lock nut of the idle adjustment
screw.
(2) Turn the idle adjustment screw to adjust the
rotation speed.
(3) Tighten the lock nut after adjustment. S4S

2. High idle adjustment Throttle lever Idle adjustment screw

Generally not performed.
(1) Remove the seal.
(2) Loosen the lock nut of the maximum speed
Maximum speed
adjustment screw. adjustment screw
(3) Turn the maximum speed adjustment screw to
adjust the rotation speed.
(4) After adjustment, tighten the locknut and seal.
Throttle wire

S4S rotational speed adjustment spot

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2-4. Grendia Engine rotation speed standard value
Gasoline Engine Rotational Speed Standard Value
Units: min-1

Engine K15 K21 K25

Low idle 700

High Idle 2900 2750

Diesel Engine Rotational Speed Standard Value

Units: min-1

Engine S4Q2 S4S

Low idle 730 750

High Idle 2350 2460

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 2-5. Measurement of compression pressure (compression)
2-5-1. Measuring method for gasoline engine
1. Warm the engine adequately.
2. Remove the spark plug from all cylinders.
3. Measure the engine speed during cranking.
4. Press the compression gauge appropriately against the plug hole of the
cylinder to be measured. (Right picture)
The two types of adapter for the compression gauge Compression gauge

measuring part are a rubber type and

a type screwed into the spark plug hole.

5. Open the accelerator pedal fully, rotate the

engine with the starter, and read the pressure
when the pointer of the compression gauge
stabilizes.
Note: If you rotate the starter for a long time there is
a possibility of seizure, so do it quickly. Gasoline engine compression
pressure measurement
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2-5. Measurement of compression pressure (compression)
2-5-2. Points of consideration for measurement of gasoline engine

Cranking rotation speed: 250 min - 1 or more

Since the compression pressure varies with the rotation of the engine, make sure that the
cranking rotation speed (rotation speed at the time of activating the starter) at the time of
measurement is not less than the above.
If it is not enough, take a measure such as changing to a fully charged battery, then
measure.

Grendia Gasoline Engine Compression Pressure Standard Value Units: MPa

K15 K21 K25
1.22 to 1.42 1.25 to 1.45 1.31 to 1.51
(12.0 to 13.9 kgf/cm2) (12.3 to 14.2 kgf/cm2) (12.8 to 14.8 kgf/cm2)

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 2-5. Measurement of compression pressure (compression)
2-5-3. Measuring method for diesel engine (1)
1. After warming up the engine, remove the harness terminal of the glow
plug, and insulate it by means such as wrapping vinyl tape around it.
2. Remove the glow plug from all cylinders.
3. Measure the engine speed during cranking.
4. Remove the connector of the fuel cut solenoid of the fuel injection pump.
5. Attach a compression gauge adapter Compression gauge

and compression gauge to the glow

plug mounting section. (Right figure) Compression gauge adapter

6. Rotate engine with starter and read the

pressure when the pointer of the
compression gauge stabilizes.1
Diesel engine compression
pressure measurement
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2-5. Measurement of compression pressure (compression)
2-5-4. Precautions when measuring for diesel engine

Cranking rotation speed: 300 min-1 or more

Since the compression pressure varies with the rotation of the engine, make sure that the
cranking rotation speed (rotation speed at the time of activating the starter) at the time of
measurement is not less than the above.
If it is not enough, take a measure such as changing to a fully charged battery, then
measure.

Grendia Diesel engine compression pressure standard value Units: MPa

S4Q2 S4S
2.55 or more 2.84 or more
(26 kgf/cm2 or more) (29 kgf/cm2 or more)

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2-6. Measurement of valve clearance (1)
CAUTION: Before measuring, check whether “warm” or “cool” is indicated.

Run the inspection after the engine warms up if warm

Matchmark
is indicated, or with the engine cooled if cool is Reference mark

indicated.
In the case of Grendia, “warm” is indicated for gasoline
engines and “cool” for diesel engines.
1. Turn the crank pulley with a wrench and align the
No. 1 cylinder with the compression top dead center.

* When aligned as shown on the right, cylinder No. 1

is either at "overlap" or "compression top dead Before top
center". dead center
When the crank pulley is rotated
Touch the No. 1 rocker arm by hand, and consider
with a wrench and the reference mark
it at "compression top dead center" if loose, or
is aligned with 0°, the first cylinder is
"overlap" if it isn’t loose.
at the top dead center.
(Continued on next slide)

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 2-6. Measurement of valve clearance (2)
2. Adjust the first cylinder to the compression top dead center, and
inspect and adjust the valve marked in the table below. Box end wrench

Cylinder No. 1 2 3 4
Driver
No. 1 cylinder Suction Suction Suction Suction
compression top
dead center Exhaust Exhaust Exhaust Exhaust
3. Next, rotate the crankshaft one turn, align the fourth
cylinder with compression top dead center, and inspect
and adjust the valve marked in the table below. Feeler
gauge

Cylinder No. 1 2 3 4 Use a screwdriver, box end

No.4 cylinder Suction Suction Suction Suction wrench, and feeler gauge to
compression top adjust.
dead center Exhaust Exhaust Exhaust Exhaust

Point
The red circle position on the rocker arm should be loose to the touch.
When it is aligned with compression top dead center, the spot loose to the touch can be adjusted.
(When the valve clearance deviates considerably, it may cease to be loose.)

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2-7. Grendia Valve clearance standard value

Valve clearance standard value Units: mm

Exhaust
Engine Intake valve Measurement timing
valve
Gasoline engine Measured after warm-up.
0.38 0.38
K21, K25 “Warm” is indicated

Diesel engine Measured before warm-up.

0.25 0.25
S4Q2, S4S “Cool” is indicated

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 -10 degrees -5 degrees 0 degrees

Chapter 3 Gasoline Engine

3-1. Timing of ignition (1)
This inspection is carried out in an
idling state after the engine warms Crank pulley side mark Crankcase side mark
up.

Using the timing light, illuminate the K21 alignment mark.

It aligns exactly with 4 degrees before top dead center.
matchmark and reference mark
K type non-electric gasoline engine crank pulley
engraved in the crank pulley to verify, as
shown in the figure on the right.
K type non-electric gasoline engine
Engine Standard value
K15 4°/700 min-1
K21 2°/700 min-1
K25 0°/700 min-1

Grendia Gasoline engine standard value

Distributor
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3-1. Timing of ignition (2)

Detection unit No.1 cylinder plug cord

Directional

Timing light

Timing light Detection unit K type non-electric gasoline engine

1. After warm-up, verify that the low idle speed is at the standard value.
2. Attach the timing light detection unit to the No. 1 cylinder plug cord. (Take care to attach with correct orientation.)
3. After starting the engine, illuminate the crank pulley while pressing the power switch of the timing light.
4. The white mark on the crank pulley appears to stay in place, and that part indicates the ignition timing.
5. To adjust to the standard value, loosen the M10 volt of the distributor and adjust the body by turning it.

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 Chapter 4 Diesel Engine
4-1. Inspection of glow plug Inspection of glow plug

Glow plug terminal

If the glow plug fails, the air inside the cylinder
can not be warmed up, making it difficult for the
engine to start up cold.

1. Remove the plate connecting each glow plug

terminal.
2. Set the circuit tester to the resistance range
and conduct a continuity test of the glow
plug as shown in the picture on the right. Cylinder head bolt
There is continuity → No problem.
No continuity → Replacement required.

Note: One faulty plug means all must be replaced. Glow

indicator light

Meter panel
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 4-2. Fuel system bleeding (1)
When the fuel filter is replaced or the fuel system is disassembled,
because air enters the fuel system, it is impossible to start the engine by
merely rotating the starter motor like with a gasoline engine.
For this reason, it is necessary to bleed the fuel system.
Priming button Air bleed plug

Bleeding procedure ... Basics

1. Loosen the bleed air plug by about 1.5 turns.
2. Move the priming button up and down and
tighten the plug once bubble-free fuel comes
out from the air bleeding plug.
3. Set the starter key to the start position and
crank the engine.
4. Once the engine starts, return the starter key to
the ON position.
S4S fuel filter
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 4-2. Fuel system bleeding (2)
Air bleeding procedure ... If the engine won’t start
1. Loosen the 17 mm nut at the head of the injection nozzle for all cylinders.
Note: Have a waste cloth at hand, as the fuel splatters.
2. Set the starter key to the start position and keep cranking the engine.
When the fuel begins to come out vigorously from the 17 mm nut section, tighten all
17 mm nuts.
3. When the engine starts, return the starter key to the ON position.

Nut 1 of injection nozzle head Nut 2 of injection nozzle head

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 Injection nozzle
Nozzle tester
4-3. Injection Nozzle
4-3-1. Valve opening pressure inspection
1. After removing the injection pipe and return pipe,
remove the injection nozzle.
2. Attach the nozzle to the nozzle tester.
3. If the handle of the nozzle tester is raised and
lowered at least once per second, the pointer of Injection nozzle inspection
the tester pressure gauge will rise slowly and descend suddenly. Although the pressure
gauge vibrates subtly during injection, the measurement of the injection valve opening
pressure is read at the pressure indicated when the pointer starts to oscillate.

CAUTION: When testing the valve opening pressure, never touch the injection.

S4Q2 S4S

11.77 to 12.75 MPa 14.22 to 15.00 MPa

(120 to 130kgf/cm2) (145 to 153kgf/cm2)

Grendia Diesel engine injection nozzle Opening pressure standard value

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4-3-2. Spray conditions inspection
① When operating the handle of the tester at a speed of 1 turns or more
per second, check whether the spraying angle is 15° and the spraying
functions well.
This inspection is performed simultaneously with the valve opening
pressure test. (See the figure below.)
Dribbling

Good Large Dribbling Faulty injection Uneven

injection angle direction spray

○ × × × ×
Quality assessment of injection nozzle spray condition
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4-4. Replacement of injection pump Engraved
4-4-1. Removal Procedure matchmark line

* There is hardly ever cause to

disassemble the injection pump for
repairs, but removal and attachment in
the event of a failure should be
understood. Injection pump mounting flange

Gear case cover

Removal procedure
1. Remove piping around the injection pump.
2. Check position of the engraved matchmark line.
3. Remove the gear case cover.
(Continued on next slide.)
Crank pulley side of injection pump
mounting part
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 Idler gear
Alignment
4-4. Replacement of injection pump mark

4-4-2. Removal Procedure, Installation Procedure

Removal procedure (continued from previous slide)

4. Remove the glow plug and rotate the crank pulley to align the Injection pump gear
alignment mark of the ignition pump gear with the idler Actual alignment mark
gear.
(It may be necessary to rotate about 20 to 30 times until the marks align.)
5. Remove the flange mounting bolt.
6. Remove the injection pump.

Mounting procedure
1. Install the pump while checking that the alignment marks
of the ignition pump gear and the idler gear align.
2. Install in reverse order of removal.
Flange mounting bolt
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 Chapter 5 LPG Vehicles
5-1. Points of consideration during inspection and maintenance (1)
Particular care is required for servicing the fuel system of LPG vehicles which
use flammable gas.

Gas LPG fuel is heavier than air. (Gas specific gravity at 15°C: 1.5 to 2.1)

① Perform in a well-ventilated place away from fire.

② Do not use a pit to work on the underside of the vehicle, but instead

lift the vehicle with a garage lift to work on it.

Gas detection liquid

By applying the gas detection liquid to the connection unit of the pipe, if
there is a gas leak, bubbles will form at the spot of the leak, so that the
presence or absence of bubbles reveals whether there was a leak. Gas detection liquid

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Chapter 5 LPG Vehicles
5-1. Points of consideration during inspection and maintenance (2)

① Work on the vehicle after stopping the engine.

② In order to replace or remove/attach piping and equipment, be sure to close
the original valve of the LPG cylinder, operate the vehicle until the engine
stops, completely remove the gas in the piping and then begin work on the
vehicle.
③ When disconnecting the electrical wiring, verify that there is no residual gas,
and work carefully so that no sparks fly.
④ When a gas leak is discovered, do not perform actions (such as turning on /
off the electric switch) that are potential source of ignition.

When inspecting and servicing, it is necessary to fully understand the properties of

LPG on the previous slide, and to perform work after verifying that there are no
sources of fire in the vicinity (nearby persons must also be notified in advance).

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 From the left side of the
Chapter 5 LPG Vehicles Grendia body

5-2. LPG Filter Maintenance (1)

1. Verify that the LPG cylinder valve is closed.
2. Remove filter cover and filter of LPG solenoid
valve assembly.
3. Wash the filter with gasoline or washing oil. LPG solenoid valve assembly
4. Blow compressed air from the inside of the filter.
5. Assemble the filter, O-ring, cover, and tighten the
filter cover tightening bolt with the specified torque.

Grendia LPG filter maintenance interval

Cleaning Replacement
500 hours or 3 months 2000 hours or 12 months

Filter cover tightening torque 3.9 to 5.9 N・m

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5-2. LPG Filter Maintenance (2)
Cover O-ring
(91A65-00612)

LPG solenoid valve assembly

Filter

Filter
(91A65-00611)

Remove the left side cover of

the Grendia body.

O-ring
(91A65-00615)

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 5-3. Inspection of LPG solenoid valve
1. Turn ON the ignition key switch.
2. Push LPG / gasoline change switch to LPG side.
3. Verify the operating "click" sound in the LPG solenoid valve assembly.
4. Check the solenoid valve if there is no operating noise.

LPG solenoid valve

LPG / gasoline changeover switch LPG solenoid valve assembly

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5-4. Maintenance of vaporizer ... Removal of impurities (tar)
Impurities (tar) contained in LPG during the LPG manufacturing process accumulate in the
vaporizer.
Since tar adversely affects the LPG fuel system, it is necessary to discharge it periodically.

1. Warm up the engine.

2. Stop the engine, open the drain cock at the bottom of the vaporizer and discharge the tar.
3. Close the drain cock.

From the left side of the Grendia body

Vaporizer

Drain cock

Vaporizer mounting part

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 5-5. Low idle speed adjustment
1. Warm up the engine with gasoline and put the LPG /
gasoline changeover switch in neutral.
2. When the engine stops, switch to LPG and start the
engine.
3. Turn the idle adjustment screw at the top of the vaporizer, Idle adjustment screw
and set it in the most stable position.
(CO adjustment)
Upper part of vaporizer
4. Adjust the engine speed with the throttle screw of the
carburetor to the standard value (same as for gasoline). Throttle screw

* Adjust high idle speed with the governor.

5-6. Ignition timing adjustment

* Adjust at the ignition timing when using gasoline.

Carburetor adjustment section
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 5-7. Valve clearance
Grendia LPG specifications Standard value and maintenance interval
Standard value Maintenance interval

0.38 mm (same as for gasoline-only type). Every 3 months

Valve seat
The valve clearance standard value for LPG
engines is the same as that of gasoline engines,
but the maintenance interval is 3 months.
Since LPG has less oil than gasoline, the valve Valve

seat tends to wear. Piston

Since it is sent to the cylinder in a vaporized
state beforehand, there is no cooling effect due to
heat of vaporization like with gasoline, so the valve
seat becomes hot, promoting wear.
If the valve seat wears, the valve is thrust up,
Cross section of cylinder
making frequent inspections necessary.
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 Pressure test hole plug
5-7. Vaporizer primary chamber pressure
Measurement and adjustment

1. Warm up the engine.

2. Close the valve of the LPG cylinder and stop the
engine, then remove the pressure test hole plug of
the primary chamber and attach the pressure gauge.
3. Open the valve of the LPG cylinder, turn on the key
switch (engine does not start), then measure the Vaporizer
pressure of the primary chamber.
If it does not match the standard value, adjust with Pressure adjustment adjusting screw
the pressure adjustment adjusting screw. From the left side of
the Grendia body

Grendia Non-electric LPG Vaporizer primary chamber pressure standard value

19.6 to 35.3 kPa ( 0.20 to 0.36 kgf/cm2 )

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5-8. LPG vehicle maintenance information
List item Inspection time Remarks

Inspection: 500 hours or 3 months Replace the O-ring at the time of inspection
LPG filter
Replacement: 2000 hours or 12 months and replacement.

Vaporizer Tar discharge 200 hours or 1 month

ー
(Depends on frequency of use.)

Vaporizer Replacement of
6000 hours or 30 months ー
rubber parts

Inspection: daily, monthly (If the interval for rubber parts is not
Rubber hose specified, follow the replacement interval on
Replacement: 4800 hours or 24 months the left.)
Standard value: 0.38
( First month, 3 months. Every 3 months
Valve clearance (both intake and exhaust)
thereafter)
K type engine, shared LPG compatibility

Replacement of spark plug 3600 hours or 18 months Electrode gap: 0.9 mm

3 months or 500 hours

Engine oil change 10W-30 SL
Replace the oil filter at the same time

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