ECU MITSUBISHI MONTERO 1998 Service Manual










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EAC Electric Assist Choke 

EACV Electric Air Control Valve 

EBCM Electronic Brake Control Module 

ECA Electronic Control Assembly 

ECAT Electronically Controlled Automatic Transaxle 

ECM Electronic Control Module 

ECT Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 

ECU Electronic Control Unit or Engine Control Unit 

EDF Electric Drive Fan relay assembly 

EDIS Electronic Distributorless Ignition System 

EEC Electronic Engine Control 

EECS Evaporative Emission Control System 

EEPROM Electronically Erasable PROM 

EFE Early Fuel Evaporation 

EFI Electronic Fuel Injection 

EGO Exhaust Gas Oxygen sensor (see HEGO) 

EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation system 

EGRC EGR Control solenoid or system 

EGRV EGR Vent solenoid or system 

EMR Emission Maintenance Reminder Module 

ESA Electronic Spark Advance 

ESC Electronic Spark Control 

EST Electronic Spark Timing 

ETR Emergency Tensioning Retractor 

EVAP Fuel Evaporative System 

EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center 

EVO Electronic Variable Orifice 

EVP EGR Valve Position Sensor 

EVR EGR Valve Regulator 

EVRV Electronic Vacuum Regulator Valve 

Elect. Electronic 

Eng. Engine 

Evap. Evaporative 

Exc. Except 











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ABBREVIATION DEFINITION 










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F Fahrenheit (Degrees) 

F/B Fuse Block 

FBC Feedback Carburetor 

FI Fuel Injector or Fuel Injection 

FICD Fast Idle Control Device 

FIPL Fuel Injector Pump Lever 

FP Fuel Pump 

FPM Fuel Pump Monitor 

FPR-VSV Fuel Pressure Regulator Vacuum Switching Valve 

FWD Front Wheel Drive 

Fed. Federal 

Ft. Lbs. Foot Pounds 











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ABBREVIATION DEFINITION 

SHAFT SEAL
CAUTION: Secure rear housing to compressor body using a vise before
removing front housing through-bolts. Compressor rear housing
may separate from compressor body, spilling refrigerant oil.
Removal
1) Remove clutch coil. See CLUTCH COIL. See Fig. 1 or 2.
Position compressor in a vise so compressor rear housing is secured to
compressor body. Remove front housing through-bolts and front housing.
2) Using a flat-blade screwdriver, remove felt retainer and
felt from front housing. Remove shaft seal snap ring. Using a flat-
blade screwdriver, remove shaft seal and "O" ring. See Fig. 1 or 2.
Installation
1) Inspect compressor shaft and front housing bore for damage
and/or excessive wear. Ensure "O" ring and shaft seal seat are clean.
Apply NEW refrigerant oil to compressor side of front housing bore.
Lubricate "O" ring and shaft seal with NEW refrigerant oil. Using a
21-mm socket, install shaft seal with "O" ring side facing away from
compressor. Install shaft seal snap ring. See Fig. 1 or 2.
2) Install felt into felt retainer. Using a 14-mm deep
socket, install felt and felt retainer. Lubricate compressor shaft.
Install front housing using care not damage shaft seal lip. See Fig. 1
or 2.
3) Alternately tighten front housing through-bolts to 19 ft.
lbs. (26 N.m). Install clutch plate center bolt. Using an INCH-lb.
torque wrench, ensure compressor breakaway torque is 43 INCH lbs. (4.9
N.m) or less. To complete installation, reverse removal procedures.
Ensure air gap between clutch plate and pulley is correct. See
CLUTCH COIL .
Fig. 1: Exploded View Of Compressor (Nippondenso 10PA17C 10-Cyl.)
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

conductors exposed ..... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Insulation damaged,
conductors not exposed . 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Routed incorrectly ...... B ................. Require repair.
Secured incorrectly ..... B ................. Require repair.
Terminal broken ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... (1) Require repair or
replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, affecting
performance ............ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
( 1) - Determine cause and correct prior to replacement
of part.
( 2) - Inoperative includes intermittent operation.









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FUSIBLE LINKS
See FUSES, FUSIBLE LINKS AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS .
GASKETS
GASKET INSPECTION








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Condition Code Procedure
Leaking ................. A ........... ( 1) Require repair or
replacement.
( 1) - Require inspection of mating and sealing surface and
repair or replace as necessary.









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HEATER CASES
See PLENUMS.
HEATER CONTROL VALVES
HEATER CONTROL VALVE INSPECTION








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Condition Code Procedure
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

specification .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Circuit shorted ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ........... (1) Require repair or
replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 2 ........... ( 1) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Connector missing ....... C ............ Require replacement.
Diode open .............. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Diode shorted ........... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Insulation damaged,
conductors exposed ..... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Insulation damaged,
conductors not exposed . 1 ............ Suggest replacement.
Protective shield
(conduit) melted ....... B ........ ( 1) Require replacement.
Protective shield
(conduit) missing ...... C ............ Require replacement.
Routed incorrectly ...... B ................. Require repair.
Secured incorrectly ..... B ................. Require repair.
Terminal broken ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... ( 1) Require repair or
replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, affecting
performance ............ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Voltage drop out of
specification .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
( 1) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or
replacement of part.









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AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
1998 AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
Mitsubishi
Montero
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and
carefully follow all WARNINGS and SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) consists of an SRS
warning light, driver-side and passenger-side air bag module,
clockspring, right and left front impact sensors, and SRS Air Bag
Control Unit (ECU). The SRS-ECU contains an analog and a safing impact\
sensor. See Fig. 1.
Air bags are designed to deploy in a frontal or near frontal
impact of moderate to severe force. For air bags to deploy, ignition
must be on and safing impact sensor and at least one front impact
sensor must activate simultaneously.
Fig. 1: Locating SRS Components
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
SRS WARNING LIGHT

When ignition switch is turned to ON or START position, SRS
warning light on instrument panel should come on for about 7 seconds
and then go off. This indicates SRS-ECU has determined SRS is
functioning properly. If SRS warning light flashes, stays on all the
time, or does not come on, a fault exists in SRS. See
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING.
FRONT IMPACT SENSORS
Sensors are inertia switches that verify direction and
severity of impact. If impact is great enough, switch contacts close,
completing an electrical circuit. Front impact sensors are located
under front fenders. See Fig. 1.
AIR BAG MODULE(S)
An inflator assembly in the air bag module produces nitrogen
gas to fill air bag. See Fig. 1. When a small amount of current from
SRS-ECU is applied, ignitor starts a thermal reaction, which spreads
to a pellet-filled canister that produces nitrogen gas. Gas pressure
builds and discharges from inflator through a diffuser and screen
assembly, forcing trim cover to burst along its seams until air bag is
fully inflated. When air bag is fully inflated, gas escapes through
vents on sides of air bag.
SRS AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ECU)
SRS-ECU (with integral safing and analog impact sensor) is
located behind front floor console assembly. See Fig. 1. If a system
fault occurs, SRS-ECU memory stores a diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC)
DLC is located under left side of dash. See Fig. 1. DLC is
used to access SRS self-diagnostics through Mitsubishi Multi-Use
Tester II (MUT-II) (MB991502).
CLOCKSPRING
Clockspring connects driver-side air bag module to steering
column wiring, forming SRS circuit. See Fig. 1. Clockspring is a flat,
ribbon-like cable that winds and unwinds when steering wheel is
turned. Because of clockspring's constant movement, it is the most
fragile part in the system.
SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK
WARNING: After servicing, always turn ignition on from passenger-side
of vehicle in case of accidental air bag deployment.
Turn ignition switch to ON position. SRS warning light on
instrument panel should come on for about 7 seconds and then turn off.
This indicates SRS is functioning properly. If SRS warning light does
not come on, stays on, or comes on while driving, SRS is
malfunctioning and needs repair. See DIAGNOSIS & TESTING.
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
Observe the following precautions when working with SRS:
* Disable SRS before servicing any SRS or steering column

component. Failure to do this may result in accidental air
bag deployment and possible personal injury. Refer to
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
* For about 60 seconds after air bag system is disabled, it
retains enough voltage to deploy air bags. After disabling
system, wait at least 60 seconds before servicing.
* After servicing, always turn ignition on from passenger-side
of vehicle in case of accidental air bag deployment.
* After servicing, check SRS warning light to verify system
operation. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
* Always wear safety glasses when servicing or handling an
air bag.
* The SRS-ECU must be stored in its original special container
until used for service. It must be stored in a clean, dry
place, away from sources of extreme heat, sparks and high
electrical energy.
* DO NOT expose air bag module and clockspring to temperatures
greater than 200
F (93C).
* When placing a live air bag module on a bench or other
surface, always face air bag module and trim cover up, away
from surface. This will reduce motion of module if air bag
accidentally deploys.
* After air bag deploys, air bag surface may contain deposits
of sodium hydroxide, which irritates skin. Always wear
safety glasses, rubber gloves and long-sleeved shirt during
clean-up. Wash hands using mild soap and water. Follow
correct clean-up and disposal procedures. Refer to
DISPOSAL PROCEDURES .
* Because of critical system operating requirements, DO NOT
service any SRS components. Repairs are only made by
replacing defective part(s).
* DO NOT allow any electrical source near inflator on the back
of air bag module.
* When carrying a live (undeployed) air bag module, trim cover
must be pointed away from body to minimize injury in case of
accidental air bag deployment.
* DO NOT probe wire harness connector terminals. Instead, use
SRS Check Harness (MB991530).
* DO NOT probe a wire through insulator, as this will damage
it and eventually cause failure due to corrosion.
* When performing electrical tests, prevent accidental
shorting of terminals. Such shorts can damage fuses or
components and may cause a second fault code to set, making
diagnosis of original problem more difficult.
* Never use an analog volt/ohm meter or test light in place of
a Digital Volt/Ohm Meter (DVOM). Use only a DVOM with a
maximum test current of 2 mA (milliamps) at minimum range of
resistance measurement. Also see SPECIAL TOOLS.
* If SRS is not fully functional for any reason, DO NOT drive
vehicle until system is repaired and is fully functional. DO
NOT remove bulbs, modules, sensors or other components, or
in any way disable system from operating normally. If SRS is
not functional, park vehicle until repairs are made.
SPECIAL TOOLS
To avoid air bag deployment when working on SRS, DO NOT use
electrical test equipment such as test lights, battery or A/C-powered
volt/ohmmeter, or any type of electrical equipment other than those
specified by manufacturer. See SRS RECOMMENDED TOOLS table.
SRS RECOMMENDED TOOLS TABLE









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Tool Name Tool Number
For Component Replacement
Steering Wheel Puller ......................... MB990803
For Testing SRS
Digital Volt-Ohm Meter (DVOM) ...................... (1)
Multi-Use Tester II ........................... MB991502
ROM Pack ........................................... ( 2)
SRS Check Harness ............................. MB991613
For Deploying Air Bags
SRS Air Bag Adapter Harness "A" ( 3) ........... MB686560
SRS Air Bag Adapter Harness "B" ( 4) ........... MB628919
( 1) - Maximum current output of DVOM must not exceed 2 mA
(milliamps) when set on minimum range of resistance
measurement.
( 2) - ROM pack is used with multi-use tester.
( 3) - For on-vehicle deployment of driver-side air bag. For
on-vehicle or off-vehicle deployment of passenger-side
air bag.
( 4) - For off-vehicle deployment of driver-side air bag.









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DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM
WARNING: SRS system voltage is maintained for about 60 seconds after
battery cable is disconnected. After disconnecting battery
cable, wait at least 60 seconds before servicing SRS.
Failure to wait may cause accidental air bag deployment and
possible personal injury.
To disable system, turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
Disconnect negative battery cable. Shield cable end. Wait at least 60
seconds before servicing. To activate system, reconnect negative
battery cable.
DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
WARNING: Undeployed air bag must be deployed before disposal.
Disposing of an undeployed air bag may violate federal,
state and/or local laws. This also applies to vehicles that
are to be scrapped. Never sell a used air bag module.
UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG
WARNING: Deploy air bag outdoors and away from people. Air bag
deployment makes a loud noise. NEVER deploy air bag module
with trim cover face down.
NOTE: If replacing a deployed air bag, both front impact sensors
and SRS-ECU must also be replaced. If vehicle is to be
scrapped, perform PROCEDURE 1 (ON-VEHICLE DEPLOYMENT) below.
If vehicle will continue to be operated, perform PROCEDURE 2
(OFF-VEHICLE DEPLOYMENT) below.
Procedure 1 (On-Vehicle Deployment)
1) Before proceeding, follow air bag service precautions. See
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS . Open all doors and windows. Move vehicle to an
isolated area. Disconnect negative battery cable and wrap tape around
cable terminal.
2) Disconnect positive battery cable. Remove battery. Wait at

clockspring, the steering wheel may not turn completely, or
flat cable inside clockspring may be severed, disabling SRS
system and possibly causing serious injury to driver.
Installation
1) Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Align
mating marks on clockspring. See CLOCKSPRING CENTERING under
ADJUSTMENTS. Install clockspring. To install remaining components,
reverse removal procedure. Before installing air bag module, ensure
horn switch wiring is positioned so that it will not be pinched.
2) Tighten fasteners to spec. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
Activate SRS. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Check AIR BAG
warning light for proper system function. SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
Removal & Installation
1) Before proceeding, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS. Deactivate
SRS. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
2) Remove right-side foot shower duct and two stoppers on
either side. Remove and lower glove box. Disconnect air bag module
connector. Remove retaining bolts and passenger-side air bag module.
See Fig. 5 .
3) To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate SRS. See procedures
under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Check AIR BAG warning
light for proper system function. SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
Fig. 5: Removing Passenger-Side Air Bag Module
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
SRS AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ECU)

CAUTION: SRS-ECU connector is a double-locking mechanism. DO NOT use
excessive force when disconnecting connector.
Removal & Installation
1) Before proceeding, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS. Deactivate
SRS. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
2) Remove rear and front floor console assembly. Remove
switch panel and suspension control switch. Disconnect rear console
harness connector. Remove side panel A and rear console assembly.
3) Remove shift lever. Disconnect front console harness
connector and remove front console assembly. Disconnect SRS-ECU
connector. Remove mounting bolts, bracket and SRS-ECU. See Fig. 6.
4) To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate SRS. See procedures
under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Check AIR BAG warning
light for proper system function. SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
Fig. 6: Removing SRS Air Bag Control Unit (ECU)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
FRONT IMPACT SENSORS
Removal & Installation