air condition MITSUBISHI TRITON 1997 Owner's Guide

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-70
A-9 Ever-present noise.
Noise is often created by the following factors, and
often the radio is OK when it is checked individually.

Travelling conditions of the vehicle

Terrain of area travelled through

Surrounding buildings

Signal conditions

Time periodFor this reason, if there are still problems with noise
even after the measures described in steps A-1
to A-8 have been taken, get information on the
factors listed above as well as determining whether
the problem occurs with AM or FM, the station
names, frequencies, etc., and contact a service
centre.
B. RADIO
B-1 No power is supplied when the switch is set to ON.
Is dedicated fuse No. 4 blown or is the circuit open?Ye sReplace fuse or repair harness.
No
Is the connector at the back of the radio connected properly?NoConnect connector securely.
Ye s
Disconnect and check the connector at the rear of the radio. Is
the ACC power (12 V) being supplied to the radio?NoRepair harness.
Ye s
Repair or replace radio.
B-2 No sound from one speaker.
Check to see if there is any sound when
attached to another radio.Ye sRepair or replace radio.
No
Remove the connector on the back of
the radio and check the speaker harness
for conductance.Ye sIt conducts electricity but is shorted out.Repair speaker harness.
No
Check the speaker for conductance.Ye sRepair speaker harness and ensure
proper connection of relay connectors.
No
Repair or replace speaker.

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-71
B-3 There is noise but no reception for both AM and FM or no sound from AM, or no sound from
FM.
OK
Is the check being conducted under spe-
cial electrical field conditions?Ye s
Example: In an underground
garage or inside a building.
No
Does tuning solve the problem?
Is proper performance obtained when
the vehicle is moved?Ye s
OKYe s
No
No
ReconnectNoAre the antenna plug and radio unit properly connected?
Ye s
Repair or replace radio.Ye sDoes the problem disappear if connected to another radio?
No
Replace the antenna.
B-4 Insufficient sensitivity.
No
Replace the antenna.
Ye s
Repair or replace radio.Ye sDoes the problem disappear when a different radio is con-
nected?
OK
Is the check being conducted under spe-
cial electrical field conditions?Ye s
Example: In an underground
garage or inside a building.
No
Does tuning solve the problem?
Is proper performance obtained when
the vehicle is moved?Ye s
OKYe s
No
No
Electrical field condition related*
(multipath noise or fading noise)Ye sIs the problem limited to the reception of a specific radio
station from a specific position?
No
Ensure proper connection.NoIs the antenna plug properly connected to the unit?
* For multipath noise and fading noise problems, refer to P. 54-69.

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-72
B-5 Distortion on AM or on both AM and FM.
How much distortion is there?OccasionalDistortion in the vicinity of the radio sta-
tionYe sExcessive antenna input
Constant
No
Are the speaker cords in contact with the cone paper?Ye sRemove cords away from cone paper.
No
Remove the speakers and check for torn cone paper or foreign
objects.Ye sRepair or replace speakers.
No
Check for deformation with speaker installed.Ye sInstall speaker securely.
No
Repair or replace radio.
B-6 Distortion on FM only
Does the distortion persist when the radio is tuned to another station?NoDue to weak electrical field of radio station
Ye s
Does distortion increase or decrease when the vehicle is moved?Ye sDue to multipath noise
No
Repair or replace radio.
B-7 Too few automatic select stations.
OK
Is the check being conducted under spe-
cial electrical field conditions?Ye s
Example: In an underground
garage or inside a building
No
Is the antenna plug properly connected to the equipment?
Is proper performance obtained when
the vehicle is moved?
Ensure proper connection.No
No
Ye s
Repair or replace radio.Ye sDoes the equipment work properly if the radio is changed?
No
Replace the antenna.Ye s

± General Information HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER
AND VENTILATION55-3
GENERAL INFORMATION55200010121
The heater system uses a two-way-flow full-air-mix
system that features high performance and low
operating noise, and includes an independent face
air blowing function and a cool air bypass function.The A/C system is basically the same as the
conventional system, but a new refrigerant system
has been adopted as a response to restrictions
on the use of chlorofluorocarbons.
ItemsSpecifications
Heater unitTypeTwo-way-flow full-air-mix system
Heater control assemblyDial type
CompressorModelInclined-plate type
Dual pressure switch
kPa
High-pressure switchON
OFF: 2,648, OF
F ON: 2,059
kPa
Low-pressure switchON
OFF: 177, OFF
ON: 186
Refrigerant and quantity gR-134a (HFC-134a), Approx. 550 ± 600
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Because R-134a refrigerant is a hydrofluorocarbon
(HFC) which contains hydrogen atoms in place of
chlorine atoms, it will not cause damage to the
ozone layer.
Refrigerant R-134a is transparent and colourless
in both the liquid and vapour state. Since it has
a boiling point of ± 29.8
C, at atmospheric pressure,
it will be a vapour at all normal temperatures and
pressures. The vapour is heavier than air,
non-flammable, and nonexplosive. The following
precautions must be observed when handling
R-134a.Caution
Wear safety goggles when servicing the
refrigeration system.
R-134a evaporates so rapidly at normal
atmospheric pressures and temperatures that it
tends to freeze anything it contacts. For this reason,
extreme care must be taken to prevent any liquid
refrigerant from contacting the skin and especially
the eyes. Always wear safety goggles when
servicing the refrigeration part of the A/C system.
Keep a bottle of sterile mineral oil handy when
working on the refrigeration system. Should any
liquid refrigerant get into the eyes, use a few drops
of mineral oil to wash them out. R-134a is rapidly
absorbed by the oil. Next splash the eyes with
plenty of cold water. Call your doctor immediately
even though irritation has ceased after treatment.

General Information/Service Specifications/
Lubricants/Sealant HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER
AND VENTILATION ±55-4
Caution
Do not heat R-134a above 40
C
In most instances, moderate heat is required to
bring the pressure of the refrigerant in its container
above the pressure of the system when charging
or adding refrigerant.
A bucket or large pan of hot water not over 40
C
is all the heat required for this purpose. Do not
heat the refrigerant container with a blow torch
or any other means that would raise temperature
and pressure above this temperature. Do not weld
or steam clean on or near the system components
or refrigerant lines.
Caution
Keep R-134a containers upright when charging
the system.When metering R-134a into the refrigeration system
keep the supply tank or cans in an upright position.
If the refrigerant container is on its side or upside
down, liquid refrigerant will enter the system and
damage the compressor.
Caution
1. The leak detector for R-134a should be used
to check for refrigerant gas leaks.
2. Do not allow liquid refrigerant to touch bright
metal.
Refrigerant will tarnish bright metal and chrome
surfaces, and in combination with moisture can
severely corrode all metal surfaces.
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS55200030141
ItemsStandard value
Idle speed r/min4G6750+100
4D5750+100
Idle up speed r/min900+50
Resistor (for blower motor) WLO: 2.21, ML: 0.97, MH: 0.35
Resistor (for blower motor) WLO: 2.81, ML: 1.28, MH: 0.33
Air gap (Magnetic clutch) mm0.3 ± 0.6
Engine coolant tempera-
ture switch (for A/C cut-off)
ON (continuity)108 or less
ture switch (for A/C cut-off)
<4D5> C
OFF (no continuity)115 or more
Engine coolant tempera-
ture switch (for condenser
ON (continuity)102 or more
ture switch (for condenser
fan) <4D5> C
OFF (no continuity)97 or less
LUBRICANTS55200040137
ItemsSpecified lubricantsQuantity
Each connection of refrigerant lineZXL100PGAs required
Compressor refrigerant unit lubricant m
ZXL100PG180
SEALANT55200050048
ItemSpecified sealantRemark
Engine coolant temperature switch threaded
part3M Nut Locking Part No. 4171 or equivalentDrying sealant

± On-vehicle Service HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER
AND VENTILATION55-14
Performance Temperature Chart
Garage ambient temperature
C20253540
Discharge air temperature
C3.6 ± 9.54.0 ± 11.07.0 ± 9.011.0 ± 13.8
Compressor high pressure kPa1,1201,2361,8142,050
Compressor low pressure kPa11 5131152175
REFRIGERANT LEAK REPAIR55200150083
LOST CHARGE
If the system has lost all charge due to a leak:
1. Evacuate the system. (See procedure.)
2. Charge the system with approximately one
pound of refrigerant.
3. Check for leaks.
4. Discharge the system.
5. Repair leaks.
6. Replace receiver drier.
Caution
Replacement filter-drier units must be
sealed while in storage. The drier used in
these units will saturate water quickly upon
exposure to the atmosphere. When
installing a drier, have all tools and supplies
ready for quick reassembly to avoid keeping
the system open any longer than necessary.
7. Evacuate and charge system.
LOW CHARGE
If the system has not lost all of its refrigerant charge;
locate and repair all leaks. If it is necessary to
increase the system pressure to find the leak
(because of an especially low charge) add
refrigerant. If it is possible to repair the leak without
discharging the refrigerant system, use the
procedure for correcting low refrigerant level.HANDLING TUBING AND FITTINGS
Kinks in the refrigerant tubing or sharp bends in
the refrigerant hose lines will greatly reduce the
capacity of the entire system. High pressures are
produced in the system when it is operating.
Extreme care must be exercised to make sure that
all connections are pressure tight. Dirt and moisture
can enter the system when it is opened for repair
or replacement of lines or components. The
following precautions must be observed. The
system must be completely discharged before
opening any fitting of connection in the refrigeration
system. Open fittings with caution even after the
system has been discharged. If any pressure is
noticed as a fitting is loosened, allow trapped
pressure to bleed off very slowly.
Never attempt to rebend formed lines to fit. Use
the correct line for the installation you are servicing.
A good rule for the flexible hose lines is keep the
radius of all bends at least 10 times the diameter
of the hose.
Sharper bends will reduce the flow of refrigerant.
The flexible hose lines should be routed so that
they are at least 80 mm from the exhaust manifold.
It is good practice to inspect all flexible hose lines
at least once a year to make sure they are in good
condition and properly routed.
Unified plumbing connections with O-rings, these
O-rings are not reusable.

± Heater Unit and Heater Core HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER
AND VENTILATION 55-25
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
A
SUCTION PIPE OR HOSE, DISCHARGE PIPE
DISCONNECTION
Plug the disconnected hose and the evaporator nipple not
to let foreign matter get into them.
Caution
Seal the hoses completely, otherwise the compressor
oil and receiver will absorb water vapor easily.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT

AEVAPORATOR INSTALLATION
When replacing the evaporator, refill with a specified amount
of compressor oil and install it (to the vehicle).
Compressor oil: ZXL 100PG
Quantity: 50 m

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TROUBLESHOOTING
INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES
Inspect according to the inspection chart that is appropriate for the malfunction code.
Code No. Diagnosis item Reference page
14 Analog G-sensor system in the SRS-ECU -
15, 16 Safing G-sensor system in the SRS-ECU -
21, 22, 61, 62 Driver’s side air bag module (squib) system 52B-5
24, 25, 64, 65 Front passenger’s side air bag module (squib) system 52B-6
31, 32 SRS-ECU capacitor system -
34* Connector lock system -
35 SRS-ECU capacitor system -
41* IG1 (A) power circuit system 52B-7
42* IG1 (B) power circuit system 52B-7
43 SRS warning lamp drive circuit system Lamp does not illuminate. * 52B-7
Lamp does not switch off. -
44 SRS warning lamp drive circuit system -
45 SRS-ECU non volatile memory (EEPROM) and A/D converter system -
51, 52 Driver’s side air bag module (squib ignition drive circuit) system -
54, 55 Front passenger’s side sir bag module (squib ignition drive circuit) system -
NOTE
(1) *: if the vehicle condition return 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.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE CLASSIFIED BY DIAGNOSIS CODE
Code No. 21,22, 61 or 62 Driver’s side air bag module
(squib) systemProbable cause
These diagnosis codes are output if there is abnormal resistance between the
input terminals of the driver’s side air bag module (squib).
The trouble causes for each diagnosis code No. are as follows.·
Malfunction of clock spring
·
Open-circuit in clock spring due to inappropriate neutral
position.
·
Malfunction of wiring harnesses or connectors
·
Malfunction of driver’s side air bag module (squib)
·
Malfunction of SRS-ECU
Code No. Trouble symptoms
21
·
Short in driver’s side air bag module (squib) or harness short
·
Short in clock spring
22
·
Open circuit in driver’s side air bag module (squib) or open harness
·
Open circuit in clock spring
·
Disconnected connector in the driver’s side air bag module (squib).
·
Open circuit in clock spring due to inappropriate neutral position.
·
Malfunction of connector contact
61
·
Short in driver’s side air bag module (squib) harness leading to the power supply
62
·
Short in driver’s side air bag module (squib) harness leading to the earth
52B-5SRS - Troubleshooting

2
SERIVICE SPECIFICATIONS
ItemsStandard value Limit
With engine running - 50Steering W heel free play mm
With engine stopped 10 or less -
Inner wheel 33°55’-36°55’ -2W D
Outer wheel 30°57’ -
Inner wheel 29°40’-32°40’ -
Steering angle
4W D
Outer wheel 29°30’
Steering gear backlash mm - 0.5
Variation of tie rod end ball joint shaft direction mm - 1.5
Tie rod end ball joint starting torque Nm 3.0 -
Steering gear oil level mm 22 -
4G6 750 ± 100 -Engine idle speed r/min
4D56 750 ± 100 -
Stationairy steering effort N 39.2 or less -
Oil pump relief pressure 8.3 - 9.0 -
Pressure under no-load conditions 0.8 - 1.0 -
Oil pump
pressure MPa
Steering gear retention hydraulic pressure 8.3 - 9.0 -
OFF →
ON 1.5 – 2.0 -Oil pressure switch operating pressure Mpa
ON →
OFF 0.7 – 1.2 -
Mainshaft starting torque Nm 0.49 – 0.78 -
Cross-shaft axial play mm 0.05 or less -
<2WD> 0.98 – 1.47 -Mainshaft total starting torque Nm
<4WD> 0.69 – 1.28 -
Pitman arm ball joint starting torque Nm 0.5 – 1.5 -
Mainshaft axial play mm 0.03 or less -
Backlash between ball groove of rack piston and balls mm - 0.05
2WD 8.8 – 30 -Idler arm sliding resistance N
4WD 2.4 – 16 -
STEERING – Service Specifications37A-3
37100030021

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SEALANT
Item Specified sealant Remark
Sensor cable 3M ATD Part No. 8625 or equivalent Ribbon sealer
TROUBLESHOOTING
STANDARD FLOW OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING
Refer to GROUP 00 – How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
DIAGNOSIS CODE 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 CODES
Inspect according to the inspection chart that is appropriate for the malfunction code.
Code No. Diagnosis ItemReference Page
11, 12, 13 Front impact sensor system 52B-7
21, 22 Air bag module (squib) system 52B-8
31, 32 SDU capacitor system 52B-9
33* Cranking signal system 52B-10
34* Connector lock system 52B-11
41* IG1 (A) power circuit system 52B-11
42* IG1 (B) power circuit system 52B-12
43 SRS warning lamp drive circuit system
Lamp does not illuminate*52B-13
SRS warning lamp drive circuit system
Lamp does not switch off52B-14
44 SRS warning lamp drive circuit system 52B-14
45 SDU non-volatile memory (EEPROM) and A/D converter system 52B-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 vehicel has a discharged battery it will store the fault codes 41 or 42. When these diagnosis codes are displayed, check
the battery.
52B-6SRS – Sealant/Troubleshooting
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WHEN USING THE MUT-II
Connect the MUT-II to the diagnosis connector and erase the diagnosis code.
Caution
Turn off the ignition switch before connecting or disconnecting the MUT-II.

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