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Threads damaged ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Threads stripped (threads
missing) ............... A ............ Require replacement.
Wire lead conductors
exposed ................ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Wire lead corroded ...... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Wire lead open .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Wire lead shorted ....... A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) - Refer to manufacturer's diagnostic trouble code
procedure and require repair or replacement of
affected component(s).
( 2) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or
replacement of part.
( 3) - Determine source of contamination, such as engine coolant,
fuel, metal particles, or water. Require repair or
replacement. Check for accepted cleaning procedure.
( 4) - Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification. Some components may be serviceable.
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COOLANT INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Acidity (pH) incorrect .. 1 ........... Suggest correction or
replacement.
Contaminated ............ B ...... ( 1) Require replacement or
recycling. Further
inspection required.
Level incorrect ......... B .......... ( 2) Require filling to
proper level.
Maintenance intervals ... 3 ........ ( 3) Suggest replacement.
Mixture incorrect ....... B ........... Require correction or
replacement.
Type incorrect .......... B ............ Require replacement.
( 1) - Determine source of contamination and require correction
prior to coolant replacement.
( 2) - Determine source of incorrect level and suggest repair.
( 3) - The system should be drained and/or flushed and
refilled with correct coolant according to OEM
recommended service interval and procedures.
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Application incorrect ... B ............ Require replacement.
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .......... Require replacement of
hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ............ A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
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area. Always wear eye protection when working around air conditioning
systems and R-12. The system's high pressure can cause severe injury
to eyes and skin if a hose were to burst. R-12 evaporates quickly
when exposed to atmosphere, freezing anything it contacts.
2) Use care when handling refrigerant containers. DO NOT drop
or strike containers or expose refrigerant containers to excessive
heat. Containers must never be heated more than 125
F (52 C). Never
expose R-12 directly to open flame.
CAUTION: When R-12 is exposed to an open flame, drawn into a running
engine, or detected with a Halide (propane) leak tester,
poisonous phosgene gas is formed. Keep work areas ventilated
and avoid running engines near work area.
USING INDIVIDUAL R-12 CANS
Disposable refrigerant cans (referred to as one pound cans)
have a flat type seal or a screw type seal, and proper can tap must be
used for each type. Be sure sealing gasket on can tap is in good
condition. A proper safety can tap will prevent refrigerant from
flowing back into open can, as tap has a one-way flow control.
NOTE: Recent findings by the EPA indicate that refrigerant is
harmful to the Earth's protective Ozone layer. When
discharging refrigerant avoid allowing refrigerant to enter
the atmosphere. Refrigerant recovery system should be used
when discharging the system.
MULTI-CAN DISPENSING VALVES
A multi-can dispensing valve allows attachment of several
cans of refrigerant, and is a good substitute when a bulk container is
not available. Cans are installed onto each leg of multi-can
dispensing valve in the same manner as the individual cans, and each
leg has its own can tap.
CAN TAP INSTALLATION FLAT TYPE SEAL CANS
On cam-lock or one-piece can taps, first turn the handle
outward to the fully open position. Securely engage locking lugs over
the can flange, and lock them in place by turning cam lock or locking
nut. Screw tap assembly into adapter so sealing gasket is fully seated
against the can top. Turn tap inward to pierce the can and close the
tap. DO NOT open tap until ready to purge the service hose or dispense
refrigerant into the system.
On 2-piece can taps, be certain tap handle is turned fully
inward to the closed position. Check that locking base is turned to
its outer limit. Securely engage locking lugs over the can flange.
Turn entire tap assembly (without disturbing the closed setting)
downward into the locking base to pierce the can. DO NOT open tap
until ready to dispense into system.
SCREW TYPE SEAL CANS
Ensure can tap is fully closed. Screw refrigerant can into
can tap fitting until tight. This will pierce the can. Connect tap to
center hose on manifold gauge set. DO NOT open tap until ready to
dispense R-12 into system.
WARNING: DO NOT open high side hand valve while air conditioning
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D - A D JU STM EN TS
1991 M it s u bis h i M onte ro
1991 ENGINE PERFORMANCE
On-Vehicle Adjustments
Chrysler Motors: Colt, Colt 200, Colt Vista,
Ram-50, Stealth, Summit
Mitsubishi: Eclipse, Galant, Mirage, Montero,
Pickup, 3000GT
ENGINE MECHANICAL
Before performing any on-vehicle adjustments to fuel or
ignition system, ensure engine mechanical condition is okay.
VALVE CLEARANCE
NOTE: All engines except 1.5L use hydraulic valve lifters. Valve
adjustment is only required on 1.5L engines. To check
hydraulic valve lifter operation, see CHECKING HYDRAULIC
VALVE LIFTERS.
MECHANICAL VALVE LIFTERS
CAUTION: DO NOT rotate crankshaft in opposite direction of normal
engine rotation.
1.5L
1) Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature. Remove
all spark plugs and valve cover. Rotate crankshaft to position
cylinder No. 1 on TDC of compression stroke. Adjust intake valves on
cylinders No. 1 and No. 2, and exhaust valves on cylinders No. 1 and
No. 3. See VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT table for specification.
2) Rotate crankshaft 360 degrees to position cylinder No. 4
on TDC of compression stroke. Adjust intake valves on cylinders No. 3
and No. 4, and exhaust valves on cylinders No. 2 and No. 4.
VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT TABLE
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Application In. (mm) In. (mm)
Intake ............ .003 (.07) ......... .006 (.15)
Exhaust ........... .007 (.17) ......... .010 (.25)
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CHECKING HYDRAULIC VALVE LIFTERS
Except 1.5L
1) Remove valve cover. Push downward on end of rocker arm
above lash adjuster. If lash adjuster is normal, it will feel hard. If
lash adjuster moves downward easily when pushed, replace adjuster.
2) If lash adjuster feels soft or spongy, oil with air has
probably entered lash adjuster. If this occurs, check engine oil
level. If engine oil level is okay, check oil screen and oil screen
gasket for damage.
3) After repairing cause of air leak, warm engine to
operating temperature. Drive vehicle at low speed for approximately 5
minutes. Turn engine off for a few minutes.
4) Restart engine and drive at low speed for approximately 5
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minutes. Repeat this step several times for about one hour. This helps
remove air from engine oil.
IGNITION TIMING
NOTE: Perform all adjustments with engine at normal operating
temperature, cooling fan and accessories off, transmission
in Park or Neutral, and front wheels in straight-ahead
position. Set curb idle speed to specification. See IDLE
SPEED SPECIFICATIONS table under IDLE SPEED & MIXTURE.
IGNITION TIMING
1) Locate ignition timing adjustment connector. See IGNITION
TIMING ADJUSTMENT CONNECTOR LOCATION table. Connect jumper wire
between ignition timing adjustment connector and ground. Check
ignition basic timing.
2) If ignition basic timing is not within specification,
loosen distributor (or crank angle sensor on engines with dual coil
assembly) and rotate to adjust timing if necessary. See IGNITION
TIMING SPECIFICATIONS table. Disconnect jumper wire from ignition
timing adjustment connector.
IGNITION TIMING SPECIFICATIONS TABLE (Degrees BTDC@RPM)
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1.5L
Colt, Colt 200
Mirage & Summit ....... 5@650-850 ........ 10@650-850
1.6L
Mirage ................. 5@650-850 ......... 8@650-850
1.8L
Eclipse ................ 5@600-800 ........ 10@600-800
2.0L
Colt Vista &
Galant (VIN V) ........ 5@600-800 ........ 10@600-800
Eclipse ................ 5@650-850 ......... 8@650-850
Galant
(VIN R) ............... 5@650-850 ......... 8@650-850
(VIN U) ............... 5@650-850 ........ 12@650-850
2.4L
Pickup & Ram-50 ........ 5@650-850 ......... 8@650-850
3.0L
Montero, Pickup, Ram-50
Stealth & 3000GT ...... 5@600-800 ........ 15@600-800
(1) - Transmission in Park or Neutral.
(2) - Actual timing may fluctuate.
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Colt, Colt Vista, Colt 200,
Mirage & Summit
1.5L, 1.6L & 2.0L ................ Yellow/Red ............. (3)\
Eclipse
1.8L & 2.0L (Except Turbo) ........ Yellow/Red ............. (4\
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2.0L Turbo ....................... Yellow/Black ............ (4)\
Galant
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2.0L .............................. Yellow/Red ............. (5)\
Montero
3.0L ............................. White/Yellow ............ (4)\
Pickup & Ram-50
2.4L .............................. Black/Blue ............. (6)\
3.0L ............................. White/Yellow ............ (6)\
Stealth (SOHC)
3.0L ............................. White/Yellow ............ (4)\
Stealth & 3000GT (DOHC)
3.0L (Non-Turbo) ................. Black/Green ............. (4\
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(1) - Remove waterproof female connector (if equipped) for access to\
wire.
(2) - Ground connector at wire end for basic timing adjustment.
(3) - On main wiring harness, near center of firewall.
(4) - On main wiring harness, near wiper motor on firewall.
(5) - On main wiring harness, near master cylinder on firewall.
(6) - Between right shock tower and firewall.
(7) - Near front of right shock tower.
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IDLE SPEED & MIXTURE
NOTE: Perform adjustments with engine at normal operating
temperature, cooling fan and accessories off, transmission
in Park or Neutral, and front wheels in straight-ahead
position.
CURB (SLOW) IDLE SPEED
NOTE: Curb idle speed is controlled by Idle Speed Control (ISC)
motor. Adjustment is usually not necessary. For curb idle
speed specifications, see IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS table
under BASIC IDLE SPEED.
1) Check ignition timing and adjust if necessary. Run engine
at 2000-3000 RPM for more than 5 seconds. Allow engine to idle for 2
minutes. Check curb idle speed.
2) If curb idle speed is not within specification, check ISC
system. If ISC system is okay, adjust basic idle speed. See BASIC IDLE
SPEED.
BASIC IDLE SPEED
NOTE: ALWAYS check TPS adjustment after adjusting basic idle
speed. See THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS).
BASIC IDLE SPEED TEST APPLICATION TABLE
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1.5L
Colt, Colt 200,
Mirage & Summit ............. TEST NO. 1
1.6L
Mirage ....................... TEST NO. 2
1.8L
Eclipse ...................... TEST NO. 1
2.0L (VIN V)
Colt Vista & Galant .......... TEST NO. 1
2.0L (VIN R & U)