air condition MITSUBISHI TRITON 1997 Owner's Manual

ENGINE COOLING ±
General Information/
Service Specifications/Lubricant/Sealants14-2
GENERAL INFORMATION14100010125
The cooling system is designed to keep every part
of the engine at appropriate temperature in
whatever condition the engine may be operated.
The cooling method is of the water-cooled, pressure
forced circulation type in which the water pump
pressurizes coolant and circulates it throughout the
engine. If the coolant temperature exceeds the
prescribed temperature, the thermostat opens to
circulate the coolant through the radiator as well
so that the heat absorbed by the coolant may be
radiated into the air.The water pump is of the centrifugal type and is
driven by the drive belt from the crankshaft.
The radiator is the corrugated fin, down flow type.
ItemsSpecifications
RadiatorPerformance kJ/h4G63 114,700
4G63 126,800
4G64, 4D56 <2WD>170,000
4D56 <4WD>227,300
Automatic transmission oil coolerPerformance kJ/h4G63 6,400
4D56 6,300
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS14100030121
ItemsStandard valueLimit
High pressure valve opening pressure of radiator cap kPa75 ± 10565
Range of coolant antifreeze concentration of radiator %30 ± 60±
ThermostatValve opening temperature of thermostat
C82 + 1.5±
Full-opening temperature of thermostat
C95±
Valve lift (at 95
C) mm4G6, 4D56 <4WD>8.5 or more±
4D56 <2WD>8 or more±
LUBRICANT14100040100
ItemsQuantity

HIGH QUALITY ETHYLENE GLYCOL ANTIFREEZE COOLANT4G637.4
4G64, 4D56 <2WD>7.7
4D56 <4WD>7.8
SEALANTS14100050110
ItemsSpecified sealantRemarks
Cylinder block drain plug3M Nut Locking Part No. 4171 or equivalentDrying sealant
Water by-pass fitting <4G6>Mitsubishi Genuine Parts No. MD970389 or
equivalentSemi-drying sealant

ENGINE ELECTRICAL ± Ignition System16-34
WAVEFORM OBSERVATION POINTS
Point A: The height, length and slope of the spark line show the following trends (Refer to abnormal
waveform examples, 1, 2, 3 and 4).
Spark linePlug gapCondition of
electrodeCompression
forceConcentration of
air mixtureIgnition timingSpark plug
cable
LengthLongSmallNormalLowRichAdvancedLeak
ShortLargeLarge wearHighLeanRetardedHigh
resistance
HeightHighLargeLarge wearHighLeanRetardedHigh
resistance
LowSmallNormalLowRichAdvancedLeak
SlopeLargePlug is fouled±±±±
Point B: Number of vibration in reduction vibration section (Refer to abnormal waveform example 5)
Number of vibrationsCoil and condenser
Three or moreNormal
Except aboveAbnormal
Point C: Number of vibrations at beginning of dwell section (Refer to abnormal waveform example 5)
Number of vibrationsCoil
5 ± 6 or higherNormal
Except aboveAbnormal
Point D: Ignition voltage height (distribution per each cylinder) shows the following trends.
Ignition
voltagePlug gapCondition of
electrodeCompression
forceConcentration of
air mixtureIgnition timingSpark plug cable
HighLargeLarge wearHighLeanRetardedHigh resistance
LowSmallNormalLowRichAdvancedLeak

ENGINE ELECTRICAL ± Ignition System16-38
WAVEFORM OBSERVATION POINTS
Point A: The height, length and slope of the spark line (refer to abnormal waveform examples 1, 2,
3 and 4) show the following trends.
Spark linePlug gapCondition of
electrodeCompression
forceConcentration of
air mixtureIgnition timingHigh tension
cable
LengthLongSmallNormalLowRichAdvancedLeak
ShortLargeLarge wearHighLeanRetardedHigh
resistance
HeightHighLargeLarge wearHighLeanRetardedHigh
resistance
LowSmallNormalLowRichAdvancedLeak
SlopeLargePlug is fouled±±±±
Point B: Number of vibration in reduction vibration section
(Refer to abnormal waveform example 5)
Number of vibrationsCoil, condenser
3 or higherNormal
Except aboveAbnormal
Point C: Height of Zener voltage
Height of Zener voltageProbable cause
HighProblem in Zener diode
LowAbnormal resistance in
primary coil circuit

ABS <2WD> ± Troubleshooting35B-18
Inspection Procedure 7
Brake operation is abnormal.
Probable cause
This varies depending on the driving conditions and the road surface conditions, so
problem diagnosis is difficult. However, if a normal diagnosis code is displayed, carry
out the following inspection.
Improper installation of wheel speed sensor

Incorrect sensor harness contact

Foreign material adhering to wheel speed sensor

Malfunction of wheel speed sensor

Malfunction of rotor

Malfunction of wheel bearing

Malfunction of hydraulic unit

Malfunction of ABS-ECU
OK
Check trouble symptom.NGReplace the ABS-ECU.
OK
Check the following connector.
C-62NG
Repair
NG
Measure at ABS-ECU connector C-62.

Disconnect the connector and
measure at the harness side.

Resistance value between terminals
10-23, 7-20, 8-21 and 9-22
OK:1.2 ± 1.4 kW
(The sensor harness and connector
should be moved while these
inspections are carried out.)NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
OK
Check the following connectors.
A-01, A-07, F-01, F-16, D-01, and C-02NG
Repair
OK
Wheel bearing check. (Refer to GROUP
26 and 27 ± On-vehicle Service.)NG
Repair
OK
Rotor check. (Refer to P.35B-40.)NGReplace the rotor.
OK
Hydraulic unit check. (Refer to P.
35B-26.)
OK
Wheel speed sensor output voltage
check. (Refer to P. 35B-24.)NGWheel speed sensor check. (Refer to
P. 35B-39.)NGReplace the wheel speed sensor.
Wheel speed sensor installation check.NG
Repair

BODY ± Door42-26
Inspection Procedure 6
When the glass is raised, it then lowers automatically.
Probable cause
If the sliding resistance is too large when the glass is being raised, it is judged that
something is jammed in the window, and the window is lowered by approximately
150 mm.
Incorrect window glass adjustment

Glass slider is incorrectly installed or warped

Malfunction of power window main switch or sub-switch
Does the glass move in the opposite direction when the power
window drive current is above the following value? (Refer to
P.42-30.)
Drive current:
4 ± 7 A
3.5 ± 6.5 AYESAdjust the window glass. (Refer to P.42-29.)
Adjust or replace the power window. (Refer to P.42-29.)
NO
Driver's side: Replace the power window main switch.
Passenger's side: Replace the power window sub-switch.
Inspection Procedure 7
The glass is not lowered when something is jammed in the
window.
Probable cause
The safety mechanism is released under the following conditions, and the window
will not be lowered even if something becomes jammed in it.

If the limit switch is always off

If there is an open circuit in the harness between the limit switch and the power
window main switch or the power window sub-switch

If the limit switch turns off before the set value is reached

If the window is within 12 mm of being fully closed (normal setting to prevent
the window from being lowered)
Malfunction of limit switch

Malfunction of wiring harness

Malfunction of power window main switch or sub-switch

Incorrect limit switch operation position
Limit switch operation position adjustment (Refer to P.42-39.)
Check trouble symptoms.
NG
Limit switch continuity check (Refer to P.42-39.)NG
Replace
OK
Check the following connectors:
C-39, E-03, E-10
C-17, E-13, E-21
D-16, D-22, E-04, E-08
D-04, D-22, E-15, E-19NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.
NG
Check the harness between the limit switch and the power window
main switch and between the limit switch and the power window
sub-switch, and between the limit switch and the earth.OKDriver's side: Replace the power window main switch.
Passenger's side: Replace the power window sub-switch.
NG
Repair

SRS ± Sealant/Troubleshooting52B-6
SEALANT52400060015
ItemSpecified sealantRemark
Sensor cable3M ATD Part No. 8625 or equivalentRibbon sealer
TROUBLESHOOTING52400310097
STANDARD FLOW OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING
Refer to GROUP 00 ± How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION52400320083
DIAGNOSIS CODES CHECK
Connect the MUT-II to the diagnosis connector (16-pin) under the instrument under cover, then check
diagnosis codes.
(Refer to GROUP 00 ± How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points.)
ERASING DIAGNOSIS CODES
Refer to GROUP 00 ± How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points.
INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES52400330123
Inspect according to the inspection chart that is appropriate for the malfunction code.
Code No.Diagnosis itemReference page
11, 12, 13Front impact sensor system52B-7
21, 22Air bag module (squib) system52B-8
31, 32SDU capacitor system52B-9
33*Cranking signal system52B-10
34*Connector lock system52B-11
41*IG1 (A) power circuit system52B-11
42*IG1 (B) power circuit system52B-12
43SRS warning lamp drive circuit system
Lamp does not illuminate*52B-13
SRS warning lamp drive circuit system
Lamp does not switch off52B-14
44SRS warning lamp drive circuit system52B-14
45SDU non-volatile memory (EEPROM) and A/D converter system52B-14
NOTE
(1) *: If the vehicle condition returns to normal, the diagnosis code will be automatically erased, and the SRS warning
lamp will return to normal.
(2) If the vehicle has a discharged battery it will store the fault codes 41 or 42. When these diagnosis codes are displayed,
check the battery.

54-3
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER 83. . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printed-heater Line Check 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH 84. . .
RADIATOR FAN MOTOR
Refer to GROUP 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTERCOOLER (INTERCOOLER FAN
MOTOR) Refer to GROUP 15. . . . . . . . . .
REAR DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
Refer to GROUP 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SERVICE BRAKES (ABS)
Refer to GROUP 35B, 35C . . . . . . . . . . . .
DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR
(POWER WINDOWS)
Refer to GROUP 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DOOR HANDLE AND LATCH (DOOR
LOCKING) Refer to GROUP 42. . . . . . . .
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
Refer to GROUP 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HEADLAMP WASHER
Refer to GROUP 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DOOR MIRROR (ELECTRONIC
CONTROLLED DOOR MIRROR)
Refer to GROUP 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FRONT SEAT (HEATED SEAT)
Refer to GROUP 52A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS AIR BAG
Refer to GROUP 52B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HEATER Refer to GROUP 55. . . . . . . . . .
AIR CONDITIONER
Refer to GROUP 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Headlamp54-44
Inspection procedure 6
The headlamps do not illuminate when the vehicle is in the
following condition and the ignition switch is moved to the
ON position. However, they illuminate when the lighting
switch is moved to the HEAD position.


Lighting switch: OFF

Passing switch: OFF
Probable cause
The cause is probably a malfunction of the daytime running lamp control unit (DRL-ECU)
circuit system. If there is a blown fuse, there may also be a short-circuit in a harness.
Malfunction of fuse

Malfunction of connector

Malfunction of harness wire

Malfunction of the DRL relay (1)

Malfunction of the DRL-ECU
DRL relay (1) check
(Refer to P.54-50.)NG
Replace
OK
Disconnect the DRL relay (1) connector
A-12 and measure at the harness side.

Ignition switch: ON
1. Voltage between terminal No.4 and
earth
OK:System voltage
2. Voltage between terminal No.3 and
earth
OK:System voltage when the
lighting switch is at HEAD and
0 V when it is at OFF.
3. Continuity between terminal No.1
and earth
OK:Continuity1. NGCheck the following connectors:
A-12, A-16, C-81, C-88NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL relay (1) and the ignition switch.
Repair, if necessary.
2. NGCheck the following connectors:
A-12, A-16, A-20, A-34NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL relay (1) and the headlamp. Repair,
if necessary.
3. NGCheck the following connectors:
A-12, A-19NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL relay (1) and the body earth. Repair,
if necessary.OK
Malfunction of the DRL-ECU
Replace

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Headlamp54-45
Inspection procedure 7
The headlamps do not switch off when the vehicle is in the
following condition and the lighting switch is moved to the
TAIL position.


Ignition switch: OFF

Passing switch: OFF
Probable cause
The cause is probably a malfunction of the daytime running lamp control unit (DRL-ECU)
circuit system. If there is a blown fuse, there may also be a short-circuit in a harness.
Malfunction of fuse

Malfunction of connector

Malfunction of harness wire

Malfunction of the tail lamp relay

Malfunction of the DRL-ECU
Lighting switch check
(Refer to P.54-49.)NG
Replace
OK
Disconnect DRL-ECU connector A-10
and measure at the harness side.

Continuity between terminal No.10
and earth
OK:ContinuityNGCheck the following connectors:
A-10, A-19NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL-ECU and the body earth. Repair,
if necessary.
OK
Tail lamp relay check
(Refer to P.54-49.)NG
Replace
OK
Disconnect the DRL-ECU connector
A-10 and measure at the harness side.

Voltage between terminal No.5 and
earth
OK: System voltageNGCheck the following connectors:
A-10, A-16, A-55XNG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL-ECU and the fusible link No.3. Re-
pair, if necessary.OK
Malfunction of the DRL-ECU
Replace

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-69
A-8 Noise sometimes appears on FM during travelling.
Does the problem clear up when retuned?Ye sOK
No
Does the problem appear only in certain locations and only with
certain stations?Ye sDue to electrical field conditions. (Multipath noise*, fading noise*).
Are connectors properly connected?NoCheck connector connections.
Ye s
Does noise appear when the radio switch is turned on while the
vehicle is stopped and the radio is struck while tuned away from
a station?NoStatic electricity noise:
Body static electric from the shock absorber rubber bushings used
to prevent vibration, tyres, etc. occurs because of separation from
the earth, causing a buzzing noise. Since no measures can be
taken on the radio side, other steps should be taken to discharge
the static electricity of the vehicle body.
Ye s
Is the radio body correctly earthed? (Is the mounting screw tightened
securely?)NoTighten the screw securely.
Ye s
Is the antenna correctly earthed? (If noise appears when the antenna
is moved, this means the earth is not securely connected.)NoIf rust is present at the antenna earth screw, clean and tighten
the earth securely.
Ye s
Repair or replace radio.
No
* About multipath noise and fading noise
Because the frequency of FM waves is
extremely high, it is highly susceptible to effects
from geological formations and buildings.
These effects disrupt the broadcast signal and
obstruct reception in several ways.

Multipath noise
This describes the echo that occurs when
the broadcast signal is reflected by a largeobstruction and enters the receiver with
a slight time delay relative to the direct
signal (repetitious buzzing).

Fading noise
This is a buzzing noise that occurs when
the broadcast beam is disrupted by
obstructing objects and the signal strength
fluctuates intricately within a narrow range.