differential MITSUBISHI TRITON 1997 Workshop Manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ± Troubleshooting23-6
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Carry out TEST 4 again.
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Does the engine brake function in L range?NoBrake No. 3 malfunction
No
Does the engine brake function in 2 range?NoBrake No. 1 malfunction
TEST 4
When traveling in 3-speed or 4-speed, shift to 2 and L. Does the
engine brake function in each range?Ye sTEST 5
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High line pressure

Accumulator malfunction

Check ball malfunctionCarry out TEST 5 again.
TEST 5
Is there abnormal noise(s) during acceleration and deceleration?
Is there shocks when slipping and changing speed?NoTEST 6
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Incorrect torque converter installation

Oil pump malfunction

Shifting gear not meshing correctly

Incorrect drive plate installationCarry out TEST 6 again.
TEST 6
Is there abnormal noise(s) or vibration when traveling in 3-speed
or 4-speed?NoTEST 7
NOTE
Abnormal noises and vibrations are often caused by an unbalanced propeller shaft, differential, tyre,
torque converter, engine, etc. Extremely thorough inspection is therefore required.
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Carry out TEST 7 again.
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Does lock up go on, off?No
Lock up signal valve malfunction

Lock up relay valve malfunction

Lock up clutch malfunction
No
Does the moment when lock up turns ON or OFF conform with
the shift pattern?No
Governor malfunction

Line pressure malfunction
TEST 7
Check that lock up ON, OFF. Does the shifting points conform
with shift pattern?Ye sCarry out the road test in 2 range.
NOTE
(1) Determine the moment when lock up turns ON by decreased engine r/min or by a slight shock back
and forth.
(2) Determine the moment when lock up turns OFF by increased engine r/min.
(3) Check lock up condition by pumping the accelerator slightly. If engine r/min rises in accordance with
throttle valve opening size, determine that the lock up is OFF, if not, determine it ON.
(When lock up is OFF, drive power is transferred through the fluid in the torque converter and therefore,
when the accelerator pedal is depressed, slipping occurs inside the torque converter with a resulting
large increase in engine r/min.)

FRONT AXLE ± General Information26-2
GENERAL INFORMATION26100010111
2WD
The front hub assembly which uses a double taper
roller bearing is mounted on the knuckle spindle.For vehicles with ABS, a rotor for detecting the
wheel speed is press-fitted into the front hub.
4WD
The front axle consists of the hub assembly, drive
shaft, inner shaft, front differential, freewheel clutch
assembly and actuator. The features are:

The wheel bearing uses a double taper roller
bearing. For vehicles with ABS, a rotor for
detecting the wheel speed is bolted to the brake
disc.

Drive shafts of almost identical length reduce
torque steer. In addition, a D.O.J.-B.J.-type
constant velocity ball joint has high power
transmission efficiency and reduces vibration
and noise.
A vacuum-type freewheel clutch has been
adopted in the freewheel mechanism. Its
solenoid valve and actuator switch powertrain
between 2WD and 4WD.

There are two types of differential gear. The
difference between them is gear ratio.
2WD
ItemSpecifications
Wheel bearingTypeDouble taper roller bearing
Inner bearing (O.D. x I.D.) mm65.1 x 34.9
Outer bearing (O.D. x I.D.) mm50.0 x 21.4
4WD
<Bearings>
ItemSpecifications
Wheel bearingTypeDouble taper roller bearing
Inner bearing (O.D. x I.D.) mm73 x 45
Outer bearing (O.D. x I.D.) mm73 x 45
Drive shaftJoint typeOuter: B.J.
Inner: D.O.J.
Shaft length (joint to joint) mmRight: 318
Left: 291
Inner shaftO.D. x length mm31.5 x 304.2
Bearing (O.D. x I.D.) mm62 x 35

FRONT AXLE ± Service Specifications/Lubricants26-4
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS26100030131
ItemStandard valueLimit
Front axle total backlash mm±11
Drive shaft axial play mm0.4 ± 0.7±
Solenoid valve resistance W36 ± 46±
Hub rotary sliding resistance N7 ± 26±
(Hub rotation starting torque) Nm0.5 ± 1.8±
Amount of movement of far the wheel bearing in an axial
direction mm0.05 or less±
Setting of D.O.J. boot length mm80 + 3±
Clutch gear play (bearing axial play) mm0.05 ± 0.30±
Drive gear backlash mm0.11 ± 0.16±
Differential gear backlash mm0 ± 0.076±
Drive pinion rotation torque NmWithout oil sealWhen replacing (with anti-rust agent)
0.3 ± 0.5±
When replacing or reusing (with gear oil
applied) 0.15 ± 0.25±
With oil sealWhen replacing (with anti-rust agent)
0.5 ± 0.7±
When replacing or reusing (with gear oil
applied) 0.3 ± 0.4±
Drive gear runout mm±0.05
Differential gear backlash mm±0.2
LUBRICANTS26100040141
ItemsSpecified lubricantsQuantity
Front differential gear oilHypoid gear oil API classification
GL-5 or higher SAE viscosity No. 90,
80W0.9

D.O.J. boot greaseRepair kit grease100 g

FRONT AXLE ± Drive Shaft26-29
INSPECTION26100360087

Check the boot for damage or deterioration.

Check the ball joint for operating condition and excessive
looseness.

Check the splines for wear or damage.

Check the differential carrier oil seal (L.H.) for damaged.

REAR AXLE ± General Information27-2
GENERAL INFORMATION27100010118

The rear axle is a banjo-type semi-floating type.
The axle shaft bearings are: *Single taper
bearings for vehicles without ABS or rear
differential lock. *Double-taper bearings for
vehicles with ABS or rear differential lock. ABS
rotor is press-fitted to the axle shaft retainer
ring.
Differential gear has 4 different types. A
torque-responsive mechanical-type limited slip
differential has a high performance against
driving on unstable surfaces such as muddy
roads.

Driveability on sand or muddy road has been
improved, and rear differential lock, which is
useful for emergency , has been used.
REAR AXLE
ItemVehicles without rear differential lockVehicles with rear differential lock
Axle housing typeBanjo typeBanjo type
Axle
shaft
Support methodSemi-floating typeSemi-floating type
shaft
Shaft O.D. (Bearing part x
Centre x Length) mm40.0 x 34.5 x 744.540.0 x 34.5 x 723.5 (LH)
40.0 x 34.5 x 761.0 (RH)
Bearing typeSingle taper (double taper)*Double taper
Bearing (O.D. x I.D.) mm80.0 x 40.080.0 x 40.0
NOTE
*: Vehicles with ABS.
DIFFERENTIAL
<2WD>
Item4G634D56
Drive gear typeHypoid gearHypoid gear
Reduction ratio4.6364.222
Limited slip differential typeTorque sensitivity type mechanicalTorque sensitivity type mechanical
Differential gear type
(type x quantity)
Side gearStraight bevel gear x 2Straight bevel gear x 2
(ty e x quantity)
Pinion gearStraight bevel gear x 2 [Straight bevel
gear x 4]Straight bevel gear x 2 [Straight bevel
gear x 4]
Number of teethSide gear5138
Drive pinion119
Side gear1414
Pinion gear1010
Bearing (O.D. x I.D.)
mm
Side80.0 x 45.280.0 x 45.2
mm
Front68.3 x 30.268.3 x 30.2
Rear76.2 x 36.576.2 x 36.5
NOTE
[ ]: Vehicles with limited slip differential

REAR AXLE ± Service Specifications27-4
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS27100030121
ItemStandard valueLimit
Rear axle total backlash mm±5
Axle shaft axial play mmVehicles without ABS or rear differential lock0.05 ± 0.20±
Vehicles with ABS or rear differential lock0 ± 0.25±
Limited slip differential
p
reload Nm
Using special tool13 or more±
reload Nm
Without using special tool25 or more±
Axle shaft retainer
press-fitting force NVehicles without ABS or rear differential lockInitial press-fitting force
49,000 or more±
Final press-fitting force
78,000±
Vehicles with ABS or rear differential lockInitial press-fitting force
49,000 or more±
Final press-fitting force
98,000 ± 108,000±
Clearance between axle shaft retainer and snap ring mm0 ± 0.166±
Rear differential lock air pump pressure kPa25 ± 40±
Drive gear backlash mm2WD0.08 ± 0.13±
4WD0.13 ± 0.18±
Drive gear runout mm±0.05
Differential gear backlash mm2WD0 ± 0.250.2
4WD0 ± 0.0760.2
Limited slip differential
starting torque Nm
When a new clutch plate is used39 ± 74±
starting torque Nm
When re-installing current clutch plate25 ± 74±
Drive pinion
turning torque NmWithout oil sealWhen replacing
(with anti-rust agent)0.6 ± 0.9±
When replacing or reusing
(with gear oil applied)0.4 ± 0.5±
With oil sealWhen replacing
(with anti-rust agent)0.8 ± 1.1±
When replacing or
reusing (with gear oil applied)0.6 ± 0.7±

REAR AXLE ± Service Specifications/Lubricants/Sealants27-5
ItemStandard valueLimit
Horizontal difference between friction plate and friction disc thickness mm0 ± 0.05±
Clearance between friction plate and friction disc mm0.06 ± 0.20±
Clearance in side gear axial direction mm0.05 ± 0.20±
Difference between left and right dimensions from back thrust face of pressure
ring to end of thrust washer mm0 ± 0.05±
Friction plate and friction disc warping (flatness) mm±0.08
Friction plate and friction disc wear
(difference in the thickness of the friction surface and the projections) mm±0.1
LUBRICANTS27100040049
ItemSpecified lubricantsQuantity
Rear differential gear oil
Conventional differential:
Hypoid gear oil
API classification GL-5 or higher SAE viscosity No. 90,
80 W

Limited slipdifferential:
2WD1.6


Limited sli differential:
Hypoid gear oil
MITSUBISHI Genuine Gear Oil Part No. 8149630 EX
CASTROL HYPOY LS (GL-5, SAE 90), SHELL-LSD
(GL-5, SAE 80W-90) or equivalent4WD2.6

SEALANTS27100050042
ItemsSpecified sealantsRemarks
Bearing case3M ATD Part No. 8661 or equivalentSemi-drying sealant
Dust cover
Axle housing (differential carrier mounting part)
Drive gear and differential case mounting part3M Stud Locking 4170 or equivalentAnaerobic sealant

ABS <4WD> ± Troubleshooting35C-6
INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES35201130163
Inspect according to the inspection chart that is appropriate for the malfunction code.
Diagnosis
code No.Inspection itemDiagnosis contentReference page
11Front right wheel speed sensorOpen or short circuitRefer to GROUP 35B ± Troubleshooting.
12Front left wheel speed sensor
13Rear right wheel speed sensor
14Rear left wheel speed sensor
15Wheel speed sensorAbnormal output signalRefer to GROUP 35B ± Troubleshooting.
16Power supply systemRefer to GROUP 35B ± Troubleshooting.
21Front right wheel speed sensorAbnormalRefer to GROUP 35B ± Troubleshooting.
22Front left wheel speed sensor
23Rear right wheel speed sensor
24Rear left wheel speed sensor
25Free wheel engage switch35C-7
264WD position detection switch35C-8
27Rear differential lock detection switch35C-9
32G-sensor system35C-10
33Stop lamp switch systemRefer to GROUP 35B ± Troubleshooting.
41Front right solenoid valveRefer to GROUP 35B ± Troubleshooting.
42Front left solenoid valve
43Rear solenoid valve
51Valve relayRefer to GROUP 35B ± Troubleshooting.
53Motor relay, motorRefer to GROUP 35B ± Troubleshooting.
63ABS-ECURefer to GROUP 35B ± ABS-ECU.
(Replace the ABS-ECU )
64
(Re lace the ABS-ECU.)

ABS <4WD> ± Troubleshooting35C-8
Code No. 26 4WD position detection switchProbable cause
This code is output at the following times:
ABS-ECU determines that an open circuit exists in the 4WD detection switch system.
The free wheel engage switch is off and the 4WD detection switch is on at a vehicle
speed of 15km/h or more for 5 seconds or more.
Malfunction of wiring harness or connector

Malfunction of free wheel engage switch

Malfunction of 4WD indicator-ECU

Malfunction of 4WD position detection switch

Malfunction of ABS-ECU
No
OK
Check trouble symptom.NGCheck the harnesses between 4WD
position detection switch and the ABS-
ECU, and repair if necessary.
OKCheck the following connector.
C-64NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.NGReplace the ABS-ECU.
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Measure at ABS-ECU connec-
tor C-64.

Disconnect the connector
and measure at the harness
side.

Ignition switch ON

Transfer lever:2H

Voltage between 35 and
body earth
OK:System voltageNGCheck the following connector.
C-64NG
Repair
Does the 4WD indicator lamp operate
normally?
Trouble symptomMain causeRemedy
Even when the transfer shift lever is
in the º4Hº position, the 4WD front
wheel indicator lamp does not
illuminate.Broken harness wire between the 4WD
indicator-ECU and the free-wheel
engage switch, or broken earth wire
from the free wheel engage switchRepair the harness.
Free wheel engage switch is defective.Replace the switch.
Even when the transfer shift lever is
in the º4Hº position, the free wheel
differential indicator lamp does not
illuminate
Broken harness wire between the 4WD
indicator-ECU and the 4WD position
detection switchRepair the harness.
illuminate.Broken wire in the 4WD indicator-ECU
circuit4WD indicator-ECU inspection (Re-
fer to GROUP 22 ± 4WD indicator-
ECU.)
Free wheel differential indicator
lamp illuminates regardless of the
p
osition of the transfer shift lever
Short in the harness wire in the 4WD
position detection switch circuitRepair the harness.
position of the transfer shift lever.4WD position detection switch is
defective.Replace the switch.
Short in the ABS-ECU circuitReplace the ABS-ECU.
Short in the 4WD indicator-ECU circuit4WD indicator-ECU inspection (Re-
fer to GROUP 22 ± 4WD indicator-
ECU.)
No indicator is illuminatedPower circuit in the 4WD indicator-ECU
is defective.Repair the harness.
4WD indicator-ECU is defective.4WD indicator-ECU inspection (Re-
fer to GROUP 22 ± 4WD indicator-
ECU.)
NOTE
When checking a short in the ABS-ECU circuit, remove the ABS-ECU connector and check if the 4WD
indicator returns to normal. If it returns to normal, the ABS-ECU is defective. Furthermore, if the ABS-ECU
is normal, then the 4WD indicator-ECU will be defective.

ABS <4WD> ± Troubleshooting35C-9
Code No. 27 Rear differential lock detection switch
<Vehicles with rear differential lock>Probable cause
The ABS-ECU determines that an open circuit occurs in rear differential detection
switch system.
Malfunction of wiring harness or connector

Malfunction of rear differential lock-ECU

Malfunction of ABS-ECU
Does the 4WD indicator lamp (rear dif-
ferential lamp) operate normally?NoRear differential lock-ECU check.NGReplace the rear differential lock-ECU.
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Measure at the ABS-ECU connector
C-64.

Disconnect the connector and
measure at the harness side.

Ignition switch: ON

Rear differential lock switch: OFF

Voltage between 46 and body earth
OK:System voltageNGCheck the following connectors.
C-88, C-86, C-02 and C-64NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.NGCheck the harness between rear differ-
ential detection switch and the ABS-
ECU, and repair if necessary.
OK
Check the following connector.
C-64NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGReplace the ABS-ECU.
Code No. 27 Rear differential lock detection switch
<Vehicles without rear differential lock>Probable cause
For vehicles without rear differential lock, battery positive voltage is applied to the
ABS-ECU terminal No. 46.
This code is output when this line is interrupted.
Malfunction of wiring harness or connector

Malfunction of ABS-ECU
Is the fuse No. 7 normal?NoReplace the fuse after eliminating the
cause of the blowout.
Ye s
Measure at the ABS-ECU connector
C-64.

Disconnect the connector and
measure at the harness side.

Ignition switch ON

Voltage between 46 and body earth
OK:System voltageNGCheck the following connectors.
C-88, C-86, C-02 and C-64NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness between fuse No.
7 inside the junction block and the ABS-
ECU, and repair if necessary.
OK
Check the following connector.
C-64NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGReplace the ABS-ECU.