The oil vapours exit from the fitting (2) on the alternator cover and enter the air filter box whereas the
liquid returns to the oil sump.
SAS valve
SECONDARY AIR SYSTEM
Pos. Description Type Quantity Torque Notes
1 Cylindrical head, hex. socket secon-
dary air solenoid screws
M6x16 2 10 Nm (7.38 lb ft) -
Diagram
Valve controlled by control unit which delivers as-
pirated air from the filter box to the exhaust mani-
folds.
The advantages of this function are twofold:
•
the catalytic converter reaches the op-
erating temperature more quickly;
•
it permits the use of richer mixtures in
some critical conditions (e.g. at idle or
low engine speeds).
RSV4 RR-RF Engine
ENG - 381