headlights MITSUBISHI 3000GT 1993 2.G Workshop Manual

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(6) Connect a tachometer. (For the procedure for
connecting the tachometer, refer to GROUP
- On-vehicle Service.)(7)
kkconnect the negative battery cable.
(8) Leave the hood open.
(9) Start the engine.
(lO)With the engine running at 2500 rpm, turn the
headlights and other lights on and off to adjust
the generator load so that the value displayed
on the ammeter is slightly above 30A.Limit value: Max. 0.3 V
NOTE
When the generator output is high and the value
displayed on the ammeter does not decreaseto
30A, set the value to 40A. Read the value
displayed on the voltmeter at this time.
In this case the limit value becomes max. 0.4V.
Adjust the engine speed by gradually decreas-
ing it until the value displayed on the ammeterOUTPUT CURRENT TEST
is 30A. Take a reading of the value displayed
on the voltmeter at this time.
(11) If the value displayed on the voltmeter is above
the limit value, there is probably a malfunction
in the generator output wire, so check the wiring
between the generator
“IS” terminal and the bat-tery
(+) terminal (including fusible link).
If a terminal is not sufficiently tight or if the har-
ness has become discolored due to overheating,
repair and then test again.(12)After the test, run the engine at idle.
(13)Turn off all lights and turn the ignition switch
to the OFF position.
(14)Disconnect the negative battery cable.
(15)Disconnect the ammeter, voltmeter and tachom-
eter.
(16)Connect the generator output wire to the genera-
tor “B” terminal.
(17)Connect the negative battery cable.
Charging indicatorGenerator
30A
Voltmeter
BatteryAmmeter
t
-Load
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This test determines whether the generator outputs
normal current.(1) Before the test, always be sure to check the
following.l Generator installation
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Battery (Refer to GROUP 54 - Battery.)
NOTE
The battery to be used should be slightly dis-charged. The load in a fully-charged battery
will be insufficient and the test may not be able
to be carried out correctly.l Generator drive belt tension (Refer to
GROUP 11- On-vehicle Service.)l Fusible link
l Abnormal noise from the generator while
the engine is running(2) Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
(3) Disconnect the negative battery cable.
(4) Disconnect the generator output wire from the
generator
“B” terminal and connect a DC testammeter with a range of O-100 A in series
between the “B” terminal and the disconnected
output wire. (Connect the
(+) lead of the amme-ter to the
“B” terminal, and then connect the(-) lead of the ammeter to the disconnected
output wire.)
Caution
Never use clips but tighten bolts and nutsto connect the line.
Otherwise loose
connections (e.g. using clips) will lead to
a serious accident because of high current.
NOTE
A clamp-type ammeter which enables measure-
ments to be taken without disconnecting the
generator output wire is recommended.(5) Connect a voltmeter with a range of 0
- 20
V between the generator “B” terminal and the
ground. (Connect the
(+) lead of the voltmeterto the “B” terminal, and then connect the (-)
lead of the voltmeter to the ground.)
(6) Connect a tachometer. (For the procedure forconnecting the tachometer, refer to GROUP
11 - On-vehicle Service.)
(7) Connect the negative battery cable.
(8) Leave the hood open.(9) Check to be sure that the reading on the
voltmeter is equal to the battery voltage.
NOTE
If the voltage is 0 V, the cause is probably an
open circuit in the wire or fusible link between
the generator “B” terminal and the battery
(+)
terminal.
(1O)After turning the light switch on and turning on
the headlights, start the engine.
(1l)lmmediately after setting the headlights to high
beam and turning the heater blower switch to
the high revolution position, increase the enginespeed to 2,500
r/min and read the maximum
current output value displayed on the ammeter.
Limit value: 70% of nominal current output
NOTEl
For the nominal current output, refer to the
Generator Specifications.l
Because the current from the battery will
soon drop after the engine is started, the
above step should be carried out as quickly
as possible in order to obtain the maximum
current output value.l The current output value will depend on
the electrical load and the temperature of
the generator body.l
If the electrical load is small while testing,the specified level of current may not be
output even though the generator is normal.
In such cases, increase the electrical load
by leaving the headlights turned on for sometime to discharge the battery or by using
the lighting system in another vehicle, and
then test again.l
The specified level of current also may not
be output if the temperature of the generator
body or the ambient temperature is too high.
In such cases, cool the generator and then
test again.
(12)The reading on the ammeter should be above
the limit value. If the reading is below the limit
value and the generator output wire is normal,
remove the generator from the engine and check
the generator.(13)Run the engine at idle speed after the test.
(14)Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
(15)Disconnect the negative battery cable.
(16)Disconnect the ammeter, voltmeter and
tachometer.(17)Connect the generator output wire to the
generator “B” terminal.
(18)Connect the negative battery cable.
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ABNORMAL WAVE-FORMS EXAMPLES
NOTE
1.The size of the wave-form patterns differs largely depending on the adjustment of the variable knob
on the analyzer.
2.Identification of abnormal wave-forms is easier when there is a large output current (regulator is not
operating). (Wave-forms can be observed when the headlights are illuminated.)
3.Check the conditions of the charge light (illuminated/not illuminated) also, and carry out a total check.
Abnormal wave-formsProblem cause
Example 1l Open diode
AALZELOlZO
Example 20 Short in diodeZ7EL0121
Example 30Broken wire in statorcoil
27EL0122
Example 40Short in stator coil
Z7EL0123
Example 5
1 r2rrirl
0 Open supplementarydiode
27EL01244t this time, the charge light is illuminated.
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LTEST STEP
Clean terminals and clamps.
- Replace battery
(1) Remove hold-downs and shields.(2) Check for broken/cracked case or cover.
OK
NG- Replace battery
(1) Turn headlights on for 15 seconds.
NG(2) Turn headlights off for 2 minutes to allow battery voltage to- Charge battery at 5 amps.
stabilize.
(3) Disconnect cables.(4) Read open circuit voltage.
IOK: Open circuit voltage is more than
12.4V.Re-test(2) Load the battery at the recommended discharge rate (see
LOAD TEST RATE CHART) for 15 seconds.(3) Read voltage after 15 seconds, then remove load.
(4) Compare the measured value with the minimum voltage. (SeeOK: Higher than the minimum voltage
i
Normal
LL16 (60)
9.5
LOAD TEST RATE CHARTLoad test Cranking
Reserve
W-w)rating (0°F) capacity
Application
1 240 amps / 490 amps / 123 minutes 1 75D26R-MF 1
240 amps520 amps123 minutes 75D23R-MF
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TROUBLESHOOTING
LHEADLIGHT
OPERATION
<Headlights ON operation>
lTurn the lighting switch to “HEAD”, and the con-
tact point of the headlight relay will be closedto turn “ON” the headlight relay.
lWhen the dimmer switch is placed in the LO
position, the headlight low-beams go on. On
vehicles up to 1993 model, when the switch
is placed in the HI position, the headlight high-
beams go on. On vehicles from 1994 model,when the switch is placed in the HI position,
the headlight high-beams and low-beams go
on.
<High-beam indicator light>l
When the high-beam is lit or when the passing
switch is activated, the high-beam indicator lightwill be lit.
<Light automatic shut-OFF system>l
If the driver’s door is opened after the ignition
switch is turned to “OFF” or the ignition switchis turned to “OFF” after the driver’s door is
opened when the headlights are lit, the currentwhich flows to the coil side of the headlight
relay will be cut off by the light automatic shut-OFF unit opening the contact point, and the
headlight relay will be turned “OFF” to automati-
cally shut off the headlights.l
To turn the headlights on again after they are
automatically shut off, turn the lighting switchto “OFF” once and then back to “HEAD”, or
turn the ignition switch to “ACC” or “ON”, and
the
aut0mati.c shut-OFF will be cancelled andthe current will flow from the light automatic
shut-OFF unit to the coil side of the headlightrelay again to close the contact point. Thus,
the headlight relay will be turned “ON” to turnon the headlights.
NOTEWhen the lighting switch is at “HEAD”, the light
automatic shut-OFF system is valid for tail lights,
parking and side marker lights, license plate light,
illumination light, etc.(Refer to
P.54-70.)
<Pop-upoperation-operationswitch> (Up to 1993 models)by lighting
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When the lighting switch is placed in the HEAD
position, current flows through multi-purpose
fuse (6) to the lighting switch, and the ETACScontrol unit. Then the UP timer circuit in the
LETACS control unit is operated, and currentflows from the ETACS control unit to the U con-tact of the pop-up motor U/D (UP/DOWN)
switch, the coil of the pop-up motor relay and
ground, causing the contacts of the pop-up mo-
tor relay to close.
When the contacts of the pop-up motor relay
close, current flows through the contacts of the
pop-up motor relay to the pop-up motor and
ground, causing the pop-up motor to rotate,
which brings the headlights to the UP position.
The pop-up motor rotates until the automatic
UP stop position is reached, then the contactsof the interlocked U/D (UP/DOWN) switch
change from the U to D contacts. As a result,
the contacts of the pop-up motor relay opento cut off the current supplied to the pop-up
motor. Then the pop-up motor ceases to rotate,
holding the headlights in the UP position.l
When the lighting switch is placed in the TAIL
or OFF position, current flows through the multi-
purpose fuse (6) to the lighting switch, and the
ETACS control unit. Then the DOWN timer cir-
cuit in the ETACS control unit is operated and
current flows from the ETACS control unit to
the DOWN contacts of the pop-up motor U/D
(UP/DOWN) switch, the coil of the pop-up motor
relay and ground, causing the contacts of the
pop-up motor relay to close.
When the contacts of the pop-up motor relay
close, current flows through the contacts of the
pop-up motor relay to the pop-up motor andground, causing the pop-up motor to rotate,
which brings the headlights to the DOWN posi-
tion.
The pop-up motor rotates until the automatic
DOWN stop position is reached, then the con-
tacts of the interlocked U/D (UP/DOWN) switch
change from the D to U contacts. As a result,
the contacts of the pop-up motor relay open
to cut off current supply to the pop-up motor.
Then the pop-up motor ceases to rotate, holding
the headlights in the DOWN position.
<Pop-upoperation-operation
switch> (Up to 1993 models)by POPUPl
When the pop-up switch is placed in the UP
position, current flows through multi-purpose
fuse (6) to the lighting switch, the pop-up switch
and the ETACS control unit, which brings the
headlights to the UP position and holds them
in the UP position just like when they are oper-
ated by the lighting switch.l
When the pop-up switch is placed in the DOWN
position, current flows through the multi-purpose
fuse (6) to the lighting switch, the pop-up switch
and the ETACS control unit, which brings the
headlights to the DOWN position and holds them
in the DOWN position just like when they are
operated by the lighting switch.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Check the light aut
Refer to
P.54-108.
headlights is normal.
Taillights are not automati-
Check the driver’ssidedoor switch.tally
shut off either.
NOTE(1) *Up to 1993 models
(2) For information concerning the theft-alarm system, refer to
P.54-222.
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OPERATION
0When the lighting switch is placed in the TAILor HEAD position, current flows through the
coil of the tail light relay to the lighting switchand ground, causing the contacts of the tail
light relay to close.
Then current flows through the contacts of thetail light relay to the dedicated fuse
(2) the
individual lights and ground, causing the tail
lights, parking/side marker lights and licenseplate lights to go ON.
<Light automatic shut-OFF system>
lIf the driver’s door is opened after the ignition
switch is turned to “OFF” or the ignition switchis turned to “OFF” after the driver’s door is
opened when the tail lights are lit, the current
which flows to the coil side of the tail light relaywill be cut off by the light automatic shut-off
unit opening the contact point, and the tail light
relay will be turned “OFF’ to automatically shut
off the tail lights, parking and front side marker
lights and license plate light.
lTo turn on the tail lights, parking and front side
marker lights and license plate light again after
they are automatically shut off, turn the lightingswitch to “OFF” once and to “HEAD” again,
or turn the ignition switch to “ACC” or “ON”,
and the automatic shut-OFF will be cancelled
and the current will flow from the light automaticshut-OFF unit to the coil side of the tail light
relay to close the contact point. Thus, the taillight relay will be turned “ON” to turn on the
tail lights, parking and front marker lights and
license plate light.
NOTE
When the lighting switch is at the “HEAD” position,
the light automatic shut-OFF system will be also
activated for the headlights. (Refer to P.54-37.) The
same system will also be activated for the illumina-
tion lights, etc.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS1. All lights don’t illuminate.
(1) The headlights don’t illuminate, either.l Check the fusible link (3).
(2) The headlights illuminate.l Check the tail light relay. (Refer to
P.54-108.)l Check the dedicated fuse (2).
l Check the lighting switch. (Refer to
P.54-113.)l Check the light automatic shut-OFF
unit. (Refer to
P.54-108.)2. Some light does not come on.
l Check the bulb.
l Check the grounding circuit.
3. Some light is not automatically shut off.
lCheck the driver’s side door switch.
(Refer to GROUP 42- Door Assembly.)l Check the automatic shut-OFF unit.
(Refer to
P.54-108.)
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Unit A:Must be
used at
rear tire
“..“I. .other
Unit B:Must be used
at front tire1 -216802451.Calibration fixture2. Thumb adjusting screws
3.Level vial
4. Floor level offset dial
5. Horizontal dial knob
6. Vertical dial knob
7. Aimer level vial
8. Level vial bubble
9. Top port hole
10.Viewing portON-VEHICLE
SERVICE
HEADLIGHT AIMING
PRE-AIMING INSTRUCTIONS
(Up to 1993 models)
1. Test dimmer switch operation.
2. Observe operation of high beam light mounted in instru-
ment cluster.3. Inspect for badly rusted or faulty headlight assemblies.
These conditions must be corrected before a satisfactory
adjustment can be made.4. Place vehicle on a level floor.
5. Bounce front suspension through three (3) oscillations
by applying body weight to hood or bumper.6. Inspect tire inflation.
7.Rock vehicle sideways to allow vehicle to assume its nor-
mal position.
8.If fuel tank is not full, place a weight in trunk of vehicle
9.
to simulate weight of a full tank [3 kg (6.5 Ibs.) per gallon].
There should be no other load in the vehicle other than
driver or substituted weight of approximately 70 kg (150
Ibs.) placed in driver’s position.
10. Thoroughly clean headlight lenses.
11. Adjust headlights following the instructions of the headlight
tester manufacturer.
(From 1994 models)1. Inspect for badly rusted or faulty headlight assemblies.
These conditions must be corrected before a satisfactory
adjustment can be made.2. Place vehicle on a level floor.
3. Bounce front suspension through three (3) oscillations
by applying body weight to hood or bumper.
4. Inspect tire inflation.
5.Rock vehicle sideways to allow vehicle to assume it.snor-
mal position.
6.If fuel tank is not full, place a weight in trunk of vehicle
7.
to simulate weight of a full tank [3 kg (6.5 Ibs.) per gallon].
There should be no other load in the vehicle other than
driver or substituted weight of approximately 70 kg (150
Ibs.) placed in driver’s position.8. Thoroughly clean headlight lenses.
9. When performing the visual headlight adjustment on ve-
hicles with resin lens headlights, be sure to observe the
following precautions.
CautionWhen adjusting one headlight, the other headlight
should be turned off if possible. If this is not possible,
do not cover the other headlight for more than threeminutes while it is turned on. Otherwise, heat from
the bulb may warp the headlight lens.
NOTE
If the visual headlight adjustment at low beam is made,
the adjustment at high beam is not necessary.
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Up to 1993 modelsFrom 1994 mod&
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LUMINOUS INTENSITY MEASUREMENT
Measure the luminous intensity of headlights with a photo-me-ter in accordance with the instruction manual prepared by
the manufacturer of the photometer and make sure that the
luminous intensity is within the following limit.Limit: 20,000 cd or more
NOTE
(1) When measuring the luminous intensity of headlight, keepthe engine at 2,000 rpm and have the battery charged.
(2) If there are specific regulations for luminous intensity ofheadlights in the region where the vehicle is operated,
make sure that the intensity conforms to the requirements
of such regulations.
FOG LIGHT AIMING
1.Place vehicle on a known level floor 7.6 m (25 feet) from
aiming screen or light colored wall.
2. Use adjusting screw to adjust the top end of high intensity
zone to dimension A.
BULB REPLACEMENT
1. Disconnect the connector.
2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to pull it out.
Caution
Do not touch the surface of the headlight bulb with handsor dirty gloves. If the surface dies become dirty, clean
it with alcohol or thinner, and let it dry thoroughly before
installing.
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CHASSIS ELECTRICAL - Lighting System54-103
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(From 1994 models)
(Up to 1993 models)
Removal steps (From 1994 models)
1. Front combination light
2. Headlight
4Bb
4WFOOB100002389
Removal steps (Up to 1993 models)
1. Headlight bezel, upper
2. Headlight bezel, lower
3.Retaining ring4.Headlight5.Spring6.Mounting ring7.Housing8.Rod assembly9.Headlight hood
10.Link assembly11. Boot12. Pop-up motor
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
+A, HEADLIGHT BEZEL, UPPER REMOVAL(1) Raise the headlights by using the pop-up switch.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.(2) Remove the headlight bezel, upper.
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