clutch MITSUBISHI MONTERO 1998 User Guide
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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\
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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.
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ADJUSTMENTS
NOTE: For adjustment procedures, see HEATER SYSTEM article.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
NO COOLING
1) Ensure compressor clutch is operating. If compressor
clutch is operating, go to next step. If compressor clutch is not
operating, check fuses and A/C switch. Check dual-pressure switch.
Check air inlet sensor and air thermosensor. Check A/C compressor
relay. Check A/C compressor clutch coil. Check A/C control unit.
2) Ensure system is properly charged with correct amount of
refrigerant. Evacuate and charge system as necessary. Ensure receiver-
drier is not clogged. Check compressor belt for proper tension. Check
for clogged expansion valve. Check compressor operation. Repair or
replace components as necessary.
INSUFFICIENT AIRFLOW
Check for air leakage at air duct joint. Check for frost on
evaporator. Ensure blower motor is operating properly. Check for
obstructed air intake.
INSUFFICIENT COOLING
Ensure system is properly charged with correct amount of
refrigerant and free of air and moisture. Evacuate and charge system
as necessary. Ensure receiver-drier is not clogged. Ensure sufficient
airflow through condenser exists. Check compressor belt for proper
tension. Check compressor operation. Repair or replace compressor as
necessary. Check for clogged expansion valve. Replace expansion valve
as necessary. Check A/C compressor clutch coil.
INTERMITTENT COOL AIR
Check for air or moisture in system. Evacuate and charge
system as necessary. Check for expansion valve malfunction. Replace
expansion valve if necessary. Check compressor belt for proper
tension.
TESTING
* 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.
NOTE: For testing procedures not covered in this article, see
HEATER SYSTEM article.
A/C SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
1) Park vehicle out of direct sunlight. Install A/C gauge
set. Start engine and allow it to idle at 1000 RPM. Turn A/C on. Set
A/C controls to recirculated air, panel (vent) mode and full cold
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Switch Continuity Between
Position Terminal No.
OFF .................................................. (1)
Low ......................................... 1 & 8; 3 & 5
Medium-Low .................................. 1 & 8; 5 & 6
Medium-High .............................. 1, 4 & 8; 2 & 5
High ..................................... 1, 4 & 8; 5 & 7
( 1) - Continuity should not exist between any terminals.
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DUAL-PRESSURE SWITCH
Disconnect dual-pressure connector, and connect a jumper wire
across harness connector terminals. Connect manifold gauge set to
system, and check operating pressures. Dual-pressure switch will allow
compressor operation when system pressure is within specification.
When high or low pressure side of dual-pressure switch is at operation
pressure (ON), condition is normal if there is continuity between the
respective terminals. If continuity is not present when switch is ON,
replace dual-pressure switch. See PRESSURE SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS
table.
PRESSURE SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS TABLE ( 1)
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Application ON Pressure OFF Pressure
psi (kg/cm) psi (kg/cm)
High Pressure ......... 455 (32) .............. 541 (38)
Low Pressure .......... 32 (2.2) .............. 28 (2.0)
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COMPRESSOR CLUTCH
Disconnect wiring to compressor clutch. Connect battery
voltage directly to A/C compressor clutch wiring harness terminals. If
click is heard, clutch engagement is okay. If click is not heard,
pulley and armature are not making contact. Repair or replace as
necessary.
RELAYS
4-Terminal Relay
1) Remove relay from relay box located in engine compartment.
Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between relay terminals.
Continuity should exist between terminals No. 2 and 4, but not between
terminals No. 1 and 3. See Fig. 6.
2) Connect battery voltage to terminal No. 2, and ground
terminal No. 4. Ensure continuity now exists between terminals No. 1
and 3. If continuity is not as specified, replace relay.
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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
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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