maintenance MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION VI 1999 Workshop Manual

WARNING!
(1) Improper service or maintenance of any component of the SRS, or any SRS-related component,
can lead to personal injury or death to service personnel (from inadvertent firing of the air
bag) or to the driver and passenger (from rendering the SRS inoperative).
(2) SRS components should not be subjected to heat over 93C, so remove the SRS-ECU, air
bag module and clock spring before drying or baking the vehicle after painting.
(3) Service or maintenance of any SRS component or SRS-related component must be performed
only at an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
(4) MITSUBISHI dealer personnel must thoroughly review this manual, and especially its GROUP
52B – Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), before beginning any service or maintenance
of any component of the SRS or any SRS-related component.
NOTE
Section titles with asterisks (*) in the table of contents in each group indicate operations requiring warnings.

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GENERAL
CONTENTS
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scope of Maintenance, Repair and Servicing
Explanations 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Definition of Terms 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indication of Tightening Torque 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Explanation of Manual Contents 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HOW TO USE
TROUBLESHOOTING/INSPECTION SERVICE
POINTS 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Contents 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnosis Function 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Use the Inspection Procedures 10. . . . . . .
Connector Measurement Service Points 11. . . . . . .
Connector Inspection 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection Service Points for a Blown Fuse 13. . . Points to Note for Intermittent Malfunctions 13. . . .
MODELS 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE 15. . . . . . .
SUPPORT LOCATIONS FOR LIFTING AND
JACKING 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Garage Jack 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Axle Stands 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Single-post and Double-post Lift 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIAL HANDLING INSTRUMENTS FOR
TOWING 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BRAKE TEST 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TIGHTENING TORQUE 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
SCOPE OF MAINTENANCE, REPAIR
AND SERVICING EXPLANATIONS
This manual provides explanations, etc. concerning
procedures for the inspection, maintenance, repair
and servicing of the subject model. Note, however,
that for engine and transmission-related component
parts, this manual covers only on-vehicle
inspections, adjustments, and the removal and
installation procedures for major components.
For detailed information concerning the inspection,
checking, adjustment, disassembly and reassembly
of the engine, transmission and major components
after they have been removed from the vehicle,
please refer to separate manuals covering the
engine and the transmission.
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
“On-vehicle Service” is procedures for performing
inspections and adjustments of particularly
important locations with regard to the construction
and for maintenance and servicing, but other
inspection (for looseness, play, cracking, damage,
etc.) must also be performed.
INSPECTION
Under this title are presented inspection and
checking procedures to be performed by using
special tools and measuring instruments and by
feeling, but, for actual maintenance and servicing
procedures, visual inspections should always be
performed as well.
DEFINITION OF TERMS
STANDARD VALUE
Indicates the value used as the standard for judging
the quality of a part or assembly on inspection
or the value to which the part or assembly is
corrected and adjusted. It is given by tolerance.
LIMIT
Shows the standard for judging the quality of a
part or assembly on inspection and means the
maximum or minimum value within which the part
or assembly must be kept functionally or in strength.
It is a value established outside the range of
standard value.
REFERENCE VALUE
Indicates the adjustment value prior to starting the
work (presented in order to facilitate assembly and
adjustment procedures, and so they can be
completed in a shorter time).
CAUTION
Indicates the presentation of information particularly
vital to the worker during the performance of
maintenance and servicing procedures in order to
avoid the possibility of injury to the worker, or
damage to component parts, or a reduction of
component or vehicle function or performance, etc.
INDICATION OF TIGHTENING TORQUE
The tightening torque shown in this manual is a
basic value with a tolerance of ±10% except the
following cases when the upper and lower limits
of tightening torque are given.
(1) The tolerance of the basic value is within ±10%.
(2) Special bolts or the like are in use.
(3) Special tightening methods are used.

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EXPLANATION OF MANUAL CONTENTS
Indicates procedures to be performed
before the work in that section is started,
and procedures to be performed after
the work in that section is finished.
Indicates (by symbols) where lubrica-
tion is necessary.
Maintenance and Servicing Procedures
The numbers provided within the diagram indi-
cate the sequence for maintenance and servic-
ing procedures.
Removal steps:
The part designation number corresponds
to the number in the illustration to indicate
removal steps.
Disassembly steps:
The part designation number corresponds
to the number in the illustration to indicate
disassembly steps.Installation steps:
Specified in case installation is impossible
in reverse order of removal steps. Omitted
if installation is possible in reverse order of
removal steps.
Reassembly steps:
Specified in case reassembly is impossible
in reverse order of disassembly steps.
Omitted if reassemby is possible in reverse
order of disassembly steps.
Classifications of Major Maintenance/Service Points
When there are major points relative to maintenance and servicing procedures
(such as essential maintenance and service points, maintenance and service stan-
dard values, information regarding the use of special tools, etc.), these are ar-
ranged together as major maintenance and service points and explained in detail.
A: Indicates that there are essential points for removal or disassembly.
A: Indicates that there are essential points for installation or reassembly.
Symbols for Lubrication, Sealants and Adhesives
Information concerning the locations for lubrica-
tion and for application of sealants and adhe-
sives is provided, by using symbols, in the dia-
gram of component parts or on the page follow-
ing the component parts page, and explained.: Grease
(multipurpose grease unless there is a
brand or type specified)
: Sealant or adhesive
: Brake fluid or automatic transmission fluid
: Engine oil, gear oil or air conditioner com-
pressor oil
: Adhesive tape or butyl rubber tape
Component Diagram
A diagram of the component parts is
provided near the front of each section
in order to give a reader a better under-
standing of the installed condition of
component parts.

REAR AXLE – On-vehicle Service 27-33
TORQUE TRANSFER MECHANISM
1. Remove the drain plug to discharge the gear oil.
2. Fit the drain plug and tighten it to the specified torque.
3. Remove the filler plug.
4. Pour the specified gear oil up to the bottom end of the
filler plug hole using an oil syringe (recommended tool)
through the gap between the body and the differential
support arm.
Specified gear oil:
MITSUBISHI GENUINE DIA QUEEN SUPER AYC
FLUID
Quantity used: 0.70
0
0.05

5. Fit the filler plug and tighten it to the specified torque.
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
1. Remove the maintenance lid located in the luggage
compartment.
2.
If the vehicle has been run, leave it for 5 min. or more
in an ordinary temperature (10C to 30C) to allow the
accumulator internal pressure to drop.
NOTE
If the ambient temperature is less than 10C or less,
allow more time to leave the vehicle to stand idle.

Connect the MUT-II to the 16-pin diagnosis connector.
Turn on the ignition switch. Operate the MUT-II (Item
No.11) to activate the hydraulic unit forcibly for removing
the pressure from inside the accumulator.
Caution
Before connecting or disconnecting the MUT-II,
always turn off the ignition switch.
NOTE
(1) The forced activation (oil level check mode) will be
automatically canceled as soon as the directional
valve in the hydraulic unit is activated to the left and
right 20 times.
It can also be canceled forcibly by operating the clear
key on the MUT-II.
(2) While this function is being disabled by the fail-safe
function, the forced activation of the hydraulic unit
can not be executed.
3. Check that the fluid level in the oil reservoir is in the
range between MAX and MIN.
4. If the fluid level is lower than MIN, add the specified
fluid.
Specified fluid: Dia Queen ATF SP II or equivalent
5. Reinstall the maintenance lid.
Gear oil
Drain plug
49 Nm
Oil syringe
(Recommended tool)
Filler plug
49 Nm

37A-1
STEERING
CONTENTS
GENERAL 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outline of Change 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STEERING WHEEL AND SHAFT* 2. . . . . . . .
POWER STEERING GEAR BOX* 5. . . . . . . . .
WARNINGS REGARDING SERVICING OF SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) EQUIPPED VEHICLES
WARNING!
(1) Improper service or maintenance of any component of the SRS, or any SRS-related component, can lead to personal
injury or death to service personnel (from inadvertent firing of the air bag) or to the driver and passenger (from rendering
the SRS inoperative).
(2) Service or maintenance of any SRS component or SRS-related component must be performed only at an authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer.
(3) MITSUBISHI dealer personnel must thoroughly review this manual, and especially its GROUP 52B – Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) before beginning any service or maintenance of any component of the SRS or any SRS-related
component.
NOTE
The SRS includes the following components: SRS-ECU, SRS warning lamp, air bag module, clock spring and interconnecting
wiring. Other SRS-related components (that may have to be removed/installed in connection with SRS service or maintenance) are
indicated in the table of contents by an asterisk (*).

52B-1
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS)
CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS SERVICE PRECAUTIONS 3. . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOLS 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TEST EQUIPMENT 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TROUBLESHOOTING 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS MAINTENANCE 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
POST-COLLISION DIAGNOSIS 19. . . . . . . . .
INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT SERVICE 22. . . WARNING/CAUTION LABELS 23. . . . . . . . . .
SRS AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT
(SRS-ECU) 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AIR BAG MODULES AND CLOCK
SPRING 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AIR BAG MODULE DISPOSAL
PROCEDURES 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undeployed Air Bag Module Disposal
Procedures 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deployed Air Bag Module Disposal
Procedures 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CAUTION

Carefully read and observe the information in the SERVICE PRECAUTIONS (P.52B-3.) prior to any service.

For information concerning troubleshooting or maintenance, always observe the procedures in the Troubleshooting
(P.52B-6.) section.

If any SRS components are removed or replaced in connection with any service procedures, be sure to follow the
procedures in the INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT SERVICE section (P.52B-22.) for the components involved.

If you have any questions about the SRS, please contact your local distributor.

SRS – Troubleshooting / SRS Maintenance52B-15
Inspection Procedure 2
Communication with MUT-II is not possible.
(Communication is not possible with SRS only.)
Probable cause
If communication is not possible with the SRS only, the cause is probably an open circuit
in the diagnosis output circuit of the SRS or in the power circuit (including earth circuit).
Malfunction of wiring harnesses or connectors

Malfunction of SRS-ECU
OK
Check trouble symptoms.
NG
Check the harness wire between the SRS-ECU and earth, and
repair if necessary.
OK
Check trouble symptoms.
NG
Check the harness wire between the SRS-ECU and ignition switch
IG
1, and repair if necessary.
Measure at SRS check harness
connector (5).

Disconnect SRS-ECU
connector B-51.

Connect SRS check
harness connector (3).

Continuity between
terminals (20)
OK:ContinuityNGCheck the following
connectors:
B-51, B-78, B-80NG
RepairSRS check harness
(MB991613)
3
5
OK
Replace the SRS-ECU.
OK
Check the harness wire between the SRS-ECU and diagnosis
connector.NG
Repair
OK
Measure at SRS check harness connector (5).

Disconnect SRS-ECU connector B-51.

Connect SRS check harness connector (3).

Ignition switch: ON

Voltage between terminal (13) and body earth
OK:9 V or more

Voltage between terminal (14) and body earth
OK:9 V or moreNGCheck the following
connectors:
B-51, B-78, B-76NG
Repair
SRS MAINTENANCE
The SRS must be inspected by an authorized dealer 10 years
after the date of vehicle registration.
SRS WARNING LAMP CHECK
Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position. Does the SRS
warning lamp illuminate for about 7 seconds, turn off and
then remain extinguished for at least 5 seconds? If yes, SRS
system is functioning properly. If no, consult page 52B-6.
SRS warning lamp

SRS – SRS Maintenance52B-16
SRS COMPONENT VISUAL CHECK
Turn the ignition key to the LOCK (OFF) position, disconnect
the negative battery cable and tape the terminal.
Caution
Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery
cable before doing any further work. (Refer to P.52B-3.)
SRS CONTROL UNIT (SRS-ECU)
1. Check SRS-ECU case and brackets for dents, cracks,
deformation or rust.
Caution
The SRS may not activate if the SRS-ECU is not
installed properly, which could result in serious injury
or death to the vehicle’s driver or front passenger.
2. Check connector for damage, and terminals for
deformation or rust.
Replace SRS-ECU if it fails visual check.
(Refer to P.52B-24.)
AIR BAG MODULES, STEERING WHEEL AND CLOCK
SPRING
1. Remove the air bag modules, steering wheel and clock
spring. (Refer to P.52B-25.)
Caution
The removed air bag modules should be stored in
a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.
2. Check pad cover for dents, cracks or deformation.
Insulating tape
Battery
Battery (–) cable
SRS-ECU
Pad cover


Pad cover

SRS – SRS Maintenance52B-17
3. Check connector for damage, terminals deformities, and
harness for binds.
4. Check air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformities.
5. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals
for deformation.
6. Check clock spring connectors and protective tube for
damage, and terminals for deformation.
7. Visually check the clock spring case for damage.
8. Align the mating marks of the clock spring and, after
turning the vehicle’s front wheels to straight-ahead
position, install the clock spring to the column switch.
Mating Mark Alignment
Turn the clock spring clockwise fully, and then turn back
it approx. 3 4/5 turns counterclockwise to align the mating
marks.
Caution
If the clock spring’s mating mark is not properly
aligned, the steering wheel may not be completely
rotational during a turn, or the flat cable within the
clock spring may be severed, obstructing normal
operation of the SRS and possibly leading to serious
injury to the vehicle’s driver or front passenger.
9. Install the steering column covers, steering wheel and
the air bag module.
10. Check steering wheel for noise, binds of difficult operation.
11. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
REPLACE ANY VISUALLY INSPECTED PART IF IT
FAILS THAT INSPECTION. (Refer to P.52B-25.)
Caution
The SRS may not activate if any of the above
components is not installed properly, which could
result in serious injury or death to the vehicle’s driver
or front passenger.
Inflator case
Connector

Inflator case
Connector
Protective tube
Case
Mating marksProtective tube