engine coolant 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 

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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 

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ABBREVIATION DEFINITION 

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
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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COOLING FAN BLADES
COOLING FAN BLADE 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
of hardware.

A/C-HEATER SYSTEM
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
1998 AIR CONDITIONING & HEAT
Mitsubishi - A/C-Heater System
Montero
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and
carefully follow all SERVICE PRECAUTIONS and DISABLING &
ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM procedures in AIR BAG RESTRAINT
SYSTEM article.
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS TABLE








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Application Specification
Compressor Type ............... Nippondenso 10PA15 10-Cyl.
Compressor Belt Deflection ( 1)
New .......................... 13/64-15/64" (5.1-6.0 mm)
Used ......................... 17/64-19/64" (6.6-7.5 mm)
Compressor Oil Capacity ..................... ( 2) 2.7 ozs.
Refrigerant (R-134a) Capacity ................. 21-23 ozs.
System Operating Pressures ( 4)
High Side ............... 149-213 psi (10.5-15.0 kg/cm
)
Low Side .................... 14-33 psi (1.0-2.3 kg/cm)
( 1) - With 22 lbs. (100 N.m) force applied midway on longest
span of belt.
( 2) - Use ND 8-OIL refrigerant oil.
( 3) - Use SUN PAG 56 refrigerant oil.
( 4) - With ambient temperature at about 80
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DESCRIPTION
Slight variations exist among manual A/C-heater systems used.
On Montero, a Nippondenso 10-cylinder compressor is used. Cycling of
compressor clutch is controlled by an automatic A/C Control Unit
(ACCU).
Compressors will only operate within normal temperatures and
pressures set for each model. An electric condenser fan operates
whenever A/C system is operating. System components may vary depending
upon model. Systems may include an ACCU, fan switch, evaporator,
temperature sensor, dual-pressure switch, engine coolant temperature
switch, compressor, condenser, receiver-drier and various pipes and
hoses.
OPERATION
A/C CONTROL UNIT (ACCU)
ACCU controls cycling of compressor clutch based on
information received from air thermosensor and air inlet sensor, dual-
pressure switch, A/C switch and A/C engine coolant temperature switch.
ACCU is attached to top of evaporator housing.

A/C SWITCH
When turned on, the A/C system will operate if blower motor
control lever is in a position other than OFF. When activated, A/C
switch allows A/C compressor clutch to engage and operate the
compressor.
A/C ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SWITCH
The A/C engine coolant temperature switch, located on
thermostat housing, is wired in series with compressor clutch. When
coolant temperature is greater than switch control temperature, power
to compressor is cut and compressor is turned off until temperature
returns to operating range. Switch will turn on at 226
F (108C) and
off at 235-243F (112-118C).
AIR SELECTOR LEVER
The lever moves horizontally to select source of air used
inside passenger compartment. Lever moves from position on left
(outside air mode) to position on right (recirculated air mode). Lev\
er
should be set in recirculated air mode for maximum A/C cooling.
BLOWER MOTOR CONTROL SWITCH
Blower motor control switch rotates to select blower motor
speeds. As switch is rotated from left or OFF position, increasing
speeds of blower operation are selected. In order for A/C system to
operate, blower motor control switch must be in a position other than
OFF.
MODE SELECTOR KNOB
Mode selector knob has six modes available to achieve desired
distribution of air from various outlets. When knob is rotated fully
to left (counterclockwise), airflow is directed to upper passenger
area. In second position (clockwise), airflow is directed to upper
passenger area and slightly to leg area. Position 3, directs air
mostly to leg area and slightly to upper passenger area. Position 4,
directs air exclusively to leg area. Position 5, directs air to leg
area and to windshield and door windows. Position 6, directs air
exclusively to windshield and door windows.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB
Temperature control knob operates blend-air door in
heater/air conditioning unit, mixing cooled and heated air so that
selected air temperature can be obtained. The system will provide
cooled air when A/C switch is in ON position and blower motor is in
any position other than OFF. Temperature control knob should be on far
left (maximum cooling) side of temperature selection scale when
maximum A/C cooling is desired.
DUAL-PRESSURE SWITCH
The dual-pressure switch, mounted on receiver-drier, is wired
in series with compressor clutch. Whenever system pressures drop below
or increase above control points of switch, power supplied to
compressor will be cut and compressor function will cease until
pressures are back to normal operating ranges.

With A/C switch in indicated position, ensure continuity
exists between listed terminals. See appropriate A/C SWITCH CONTINUITY
TEST table. See Fig. 2.
A/C SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST TABLE









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Switch Position Terminal No. Continuity
OFF ...................... ( 1) ...................... No
ECONO ................... 1 & 3 .................... Yes
A/C ................... 1, 3 & 4 ................... Yes
( 1) - Continuity should not exist between any terminals.









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Fig. 2: Identifying A/C Switch Terminals
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
A/C ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SWITCH
1) Disconnect A/C engine coolant temperature switch
connector. Remove A/C engine coolant temperature switch. Carefully
heat a pan of oil and hold coolant temperature switch up to threads in
oil. Coolant switch is normally closed (continuity exists).
2) When oil reaches 235-243
F (112-118C), coolant switch
should open (no continuity). Replace A/C engine coolant temperature
switch if it does not test as specified. See Fig. 3.

Fig. 3: Testing A/C Engine Coolant Temperature Switch
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
AIR THERMOSENSOR & AIR INLET SENSOR
1) Disconnect sensor connector at evaporator case. See
Fig. 12 . Using ohmmeter, measure resistance between sensor terminals.
See AIR THERMOSENSOR & AIR INLET SENSOR SPECIFICATIONS table.
2) If resistance is not within specifications, faulty sensor
must be replaced. If resistance is within specifications and all other
components are okay, replace A/C Compressor Control Unit (ACCU).
AIR THERMOSENSOR & AIR INLET SENSOR SPECIFICATIONS TABLE









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Sensor Temperature F (C) Ohms
-20 (-4) .......................................... 12,000
32 (0) .............................................. 4800
50 (10) ............................................. 2800
68 (20) ............................................. 1800
86 (30) ............................................. 1000
104 (40) ............................................. 800









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BLOWER RESISTOR
Disconnect blower resistor connector. Using an ohmmeter,
measure resistance between indicated terminals. See BLOWER RESISTOR
RESISTANCE table. See Fig. 4
BLOWER RESISTOR RESISTANCE TABLE

A/C SWITCH
Removal & Installation
Lower glove box. Remove instrument cover. Remove lap cooler
and foot shower ducts. Remove center panel and A/C-heater control
panel. Remove bezel and knob. Disconnect A/C switch connector, and
remove A/C switch. To install, reverse removal procedure.
A/C ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SWITCH
Removal & Installation
Drain coolant below level of thermostat housing. See Fig. 8.
Remove A/C engine coolant temperature switch wiring harness connector,
and unscrew A/C engine coolant temperature switch from thermostat
housing. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten A/C engine
coolant temperature switch to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. Add coolant and check for leaks.
Fig. 8: Locating A/C Engine Coolant Temperature Switch
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
BLOWER MOTOR & RESISTOR
Removal & Installation
Remove right side foot shower duct. Disconnect blower and/or
resistor. Remove blower motor and/or resistor. See Fig. 9. To install,
reverse removal procedure.

Removal & Installation
Discharge A/C system, using approved refrigerant
recovery/recycling equipment. Disconnect refrigerant temperature
sensor wiring connector. Remove temperature sensor from compressor. To
install, reverse removal procedure. Use new "O" ring on temperature
sensor.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE








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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
A/C Compressor Bolt/Nut .................... 17-20 (23-27)
A/C Compressor Bracket Bolt/Nut .................. 37 (50)
A/C Compressor Clutch Coil Nut ................... 12 (16)
A/C Engine Coolant Temperature Switch ............ 26 (35)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Blower Motor Bolts/Nuts ........................... 44 (5)
Condenser Bolts/Nuts ............................ 106 (12)
Dual-Pressure Switch ............................. 89 (10)
Evaporator Assembly Bolts/Nuts .................... 44 (5)
Heater Assembly Bolts/Nuts ........................ 44 (5)









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WIRING DIAGRAMS

this information to control solenoids on transmission valve body. TCM
controls transmission shifting and torque converter lock-up.
TCM contains a self-diagnostic system, which will store
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) if failure or problem exists in
electronic control system. DTC can be retrieved to determine problem
area. See SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. TCM is located under left side of
instrument panel, left of steering column. See Fig. 1.
TCM INPUT DEVICES
Brakelight Switch Signal
Brakelight switch delivers input signal to TCM, indicating
vehicle braking. Brakelight switch is located on brake pedal support.
Cruise Control Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
Cruise control ECU delivers an input signal to control
overdrive operation in accordance with vehicle speed when cruise
control is operating. When in overdrive with cruise control on, if
vehicle speed drops 2 MPH less than the set speed, overdrive is
released to prevent reduction in vehicle speed. Once vehicle speed is
more than the set speed, overdrive function is resumed. If coolant
temperature is low, transmission will not shift into overdrive. Cruise
control ECU is located below center A/C vent, behind temperature
control panel on Montero. On Montero Sport, cruise control ECU is
located behind driver's kick panel.
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECT) Signal
Engine coolant temperature sensor delivers input signal to
TCM, indicating engine coolant temperature. Coolant temperature sensor
is located on engine.
Input & Output Shaft Speed Sensors
Sensors are magnetic pick-ups that monitor input and output
shaft speeds. AC waveforms are input to TCM by sensors. Sensors are
located on front and rear side of transmission case.
OD Switch Signal
The OD switch provides an input signal to TCM to indicate
when overdrive is selected by operator. When OD switch is depressed to
ON position, transmission will shift into 4th gear when shift lever is
in "D" position, and OD OFF light on instrument panel will go off.
When OD switch is released to OFF position, transmission will shift
into 3rd gear, and OD OFF light on instrument panel will come on. The
OD switch is mounted on shift lever.
Oil Temperature Sensor Signal
Oil temperature sensor provides TCM with ATF temperature
values. TCM uses this information to control shift points for maximum
performance. If transmission oil temperature exceeds standard values,
instrument panel ATF - TEMP light will come on. Sensor is mounted to
cooler line at transmission.
Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch Signal
PNP switch delivers an input signal to TCM indicating shift
lever position. Switch is located on side of transmission.
Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Signal
TP sensor delivers closed throttle and variable throttle
position input signals to TCM. TP sensor is located on side of
throttle body.
4WD Low Range Detection Switch
4WD low range detection switch provides information to TCM

If DTC 51 is set also, go to DTC 51: 1ST GEAR RATIO SIGNAL
INCORRECT test. If DTC 51 is not set, check overdrive brake for a
mechanical failure. See OVERDRIVE BRAKE in MITSUBISHI R4AW3 & V4AW3
OVERHAUL article.
SYMPTOM TROUBLE SHOOTING
NOTE: Check system using appropriate scan tool. See WIRING DIAGRAMS
for electrical schematics and COMPONENT TESTING.
COMMUNICATION WITH SCAN TOOL NOT POSSIBLE
If scan tool cannot communicate with TCM, check proper
connection with DLC. Check TCM power circuits, TCM ground circuits and
malfunctioning TCM.
SHIFT POINTS INCORRECT
If shift points are incorrect, check for DTCs. If no DTC is
present, check oil temperature sensor, pattern select switch, 4WD low
range detection switch and TCM for proper operation.
UPSHIFTS OCCUR SPONTANEOUSLY
If upshifting occurs spontaneously, check park/neutral
position switch, overdrive switch and TCM for proper operation.
TCC LOCK-UP MALFUNCTIONING
If TCC lock-up system is not operating properly, check torque
converter, valve body, lock-up switch and oil temperature switch.
COMPONENT TESTING
A/T FLUID TEMPERATURE SWITCH
1) Remove fluid temperature switch, located to rear of
neutral safety switch. Immerse switch in container of ATF up to top
threaded portion of switch. Using a DVOM, check continuity between
switch terminals. Continuity should not exist when fluid temperature
is 257
F (125C) or less.
2) When fluid is heated to 289-304F (143-151C), continuity
should exist. Replace switch if necessary. Apply thread sealant to
fluid temperature switch threads and install in transmission.
BRAKELIGHT SWITCH
1) Disconnect electrical connector from brakelight switch,
located near brake pedal. Using ohmmeter, ensure continuity exists
between terminal No. 2 (White/Red wire) and terminal No. 3 (Green
wire) with brake pedal released. Replace brakelight switch if
continuity does not exist. Continuity should not exist between
terminals No. 2 and No. 3 with brake pedal depressed.
2) If continuity does not exist, ensure brake pedal is
properly adjusted so brakelight switch has proper travel for switch
operation. If proper brakelight switch travel exists, replace
brakelight switch.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR