1991 MITSUBISHI 3000GT steering

GENERAL - Master Troubleshootinn
VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE SIDE
Symptom
Vehicle pulls to one sideProbable cause
Improper front or rear wheel alignmentReference page or remedy33A-4
34-5,23
lmbalanced or worn tires
Uneven tire pressure31-3
Excessive turningresistance of lower arm ball33A-9
I--_Wheel beanng serzureReplace
I---Broken or worn coil spring33A-5Ir
~~~~~~Bent front or rear axle drive shaft126-11I
I-Deformed lower arm1 33A-8I
Improper tire pressure31-3
lmbalanced wheelsReplace
Poor turning resistance of lower arm ball joint33A-9
Excessive play of steering wheel37A-5
Broken or weak front stabilizer33A-10
Worn lower arm bushing33A-8
Malfunctioning shock absorber33A-5
34-l 3,33
Broken or weak coil spring
Wear, play, or seizure of wheel bearing
Wear, play, or seizure of drive shaft ball jointReplace
26-l 127-l 8 STEERING WHEEL SHIMMY
SymptomProbable cause
Steering wheel shimmyImproper front or rear wheel alignmentReference page or remedy33A-434-5,23
Boll-OMING
Symptom
BottomingProbable cause
Overloaded vehicleReference page or remedy
Correct
Broken or weak coil spring33A-5
34-l 3.33
IMalfunctioning shock absorber
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00-32 GENERAL - Recommended Lubricants and Lubricant Capacities Table
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND LUBRICANT CAPACITIES TABLE
MOORA- -RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS
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DIA-QUEEN LONG-LIFE COOLANT (Part No. 0103044) orLUBRICANT CAPACITIES TABLE
Description
Engine oil
Crankcase
(excluding oil filter and oil cooler)
Oil filter
Oil cooler (Turbo)
Cooling system (including heater and coolant
reserve system)
Manual transaxle


Transfer
Automatic transaxle
Rear axle
Power steering
<2ws>
<4ws>
Fuel tank
Metric measureU.S. measure
4.0 liters4.2 qts.
0.3 liter1/2qt. s
0.21 liter112 qt.
8.0 liters8.5 qts.
2.3 liters2.4 qts.
2.4 liters
2.5 qts.
0.27 liter.29 qt.
7.5 liters
7.9 qts.
1
.I liters1.16qts.
0.9 liter
.95 qt.
1.5 liters1.59 qts.
75 liters
19.8 gals.
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00-42GENERAL - Maintenance Service
14UOO729. Install the radiator cap securely.
10.
Start’the engine and warm up until the thermostat opens.
11. Race the engine up to around 3,000 rpm several times, then
stop the engine.,12. When the enkine has cooled down, remove the radiator cap
L/and add coolant up to the brim. Add coolant to the reserve
tank up to the FULL line.

1. Lift up the vehicle.
2.Loosen the radiator drain plug, remove the drain plug from
the rear bank of the engine and remove the radiator cap to
discharge coolant.
3. Follow the same steps 3 to 12 above.
12.DISC BRAKE PADS (Inspect for wear)MOOSBFDCheck for fluid contamination and wear. Replace complete set
of pads if defective.
Caution
The pads for the right and left wheels should be replaced atIIthe same time. Never “split” or intermix brake pad sets. AllUfour pads must be replaced as a complete set.
Thickness of lining (A):
Limit2.0 mm (.08 in.)
13. BRAKE HOSES (Check for deterioration or
leaks)
MOOSBHBInspection of brake hoses and tubing should be included in all
brake service operations.
The hoses should be checked for:
1.Correct length, severe surface cracking, pulling, scuffing or
worn spots. (If the fabric casing of the hoses is exposed by
cracks or abrasion in the rubber hose cover, the hoses
should be replaced. Eventual deterioration of the hose may
occur with possible bursting failure.)
2. Faulty installation, casing twisting or interference with
wheel, tire or chassis.
14. BALL JOINT AND STEERING LINKAGE SEALS
(Inspect for grease leaks and damage)
MOOSglC1. These components, which are permanently lubricated at
the factory, do not require periodic lubrication. Damaged
seals and boots should be replaced to prevent leakage or
contamination of the grease.
2.Inspect the dust cover and boots for proper sealing, leakageIdand damage. Replace them if defective.
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GENERAL - Main Sealant and Adhesive Table
MAIN SEALANT AND ADHESIVE TABLEMWZA- -
ApplicationRecommendedbrand
1. Sealants for engine accessories
(I 1Sealing between rocker
3M ATDcover and camshaft
Part No. 8660
bearing cap
(4G6 DOHC and 6G7or equivalent
engines only)
(2) l Sealing between semi-3M ATD
circular packing and
Part No. 8660
rocker cover and between
semi-circular packing andor equivalent
cylinder head
l Oil pressure switch
(except 4Gl and 6G7engines)
(3) Engine coolanttemperature switch,Engine coolanttemperature sensor,Therm0 valve,Therm0 switch, Joints,Engine coolanttemperature gauge unit(large size)
3M Nut LockingPart No. 4171
or equivalent
(4) Engine coolanttemperature gauge unit(;.s;il size, MD091 0563M ATDPart No. 8660
or equivalent
(5) Oil pan(except 4G5 engine)MITSUBISHI
GENUINE Part No.
MD9971 10or equivalent
2. Sealing between glass and
weatherstrip
(I 1 l Sealing between
tempered glass and
weatherstrip
l Sealing between body
flange and weatherstrip3M ATD
Part No. 8513or equivalent
3M ATD
Part No. 8509or equivalent
(2) Sealing betweenlaminated glass andweatherstrip
3. Adhesion with ribbon sealer
l Waterproof film for doorl Fender panell Splash shieldl Mudguardl Rear combination lamp
3M ATDPart No. 8509
or equivalent
3M ATDPart No. 8625or equivalent
ApplicationRecommended
brand
4. Adhesives for interior trim
(1)Adhesion of polyvinyl-chloride sheet3M Part No.EC-l 368or equivalent
(2)Adhesion of door
3M ATD
weatherstrip to body
Part No. 8001 or3M ATDPart No. 8011or equivalent
(3) Sealing betweengrommet or packing and
metal seal
(4) l Adhesion of headliningand other interior trimmaterialsl Adhesion of fuel tank
to pad
3M ATDPart No.851 3or equivalent3M
Part-No.
EC-l 368
or 3M ATD Part No.
8080 or equivalent
5. Body sealant3M ATDl Sealing of sheet metal,
Part No. 8531 or
drip rail, floor, body side3M ATDpanel, trunk, front panel and
Part No.8646the like jointsl Sealing of tailgate hingesor equivalent
6. Chassis sealant
(I 1 l Sealing of flange surfaces3M ATD
and threaded portions
Part No. 8659l Fuel gauge unit packingor equivalent
(2)Sealing of flange surfaces,3M ATD
threaded portions, packingPart No.8663
and dust cover
l Differential carrier packingor equivalent
l Dust covers for ball jointand linkage
l Steering gear box packing
and shims
l Steering gear housingrack support cover andtop coverl Mating surface of knucklearm flange
(3)Sealing between accelerator
arm bracket and toeboardDrying sealant
(4)Sealant for drum brakeshoe hold-down pin andwheel cylinder3M ATDPart No.851 3or equivalent
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GENERAL - Main Sealant and Adhesive Table
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ApplicationRecommendedbrand
7. Fast bonding adhesive
Adhesion of all materials3M ATD
except polyethylene, poly-Part No. 8155propylene, fluorocarbon resinor equivalentor other materials withhighly absorbent surface
8. Anaerobic fast bonding
adhesives
(I) Fixing of bolts and screws3M Stud lockingl Tightening of drive gearPart No. 4170to differential caseor equivalentl Bolts for coupling tilt
steering upper column
with lower column
(2) Fixing of bearing, fan, pulley
and gear connections
(3) Sealing of small recess or
flange surface
(4)Steering angle stopper bolt
(jeep)
3M Nut lockingPart No. 4171or equivalent
9. Undercoat3M ATD
Part No. 8864
or equivalent
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ENGINE - Specifications
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Items
Connecting rod bearing
Oil clearancemm (in.)
Crankshaft main bearing
Oil clearancemm (in.)
Crankshaft
Pin O.D.
mm (in.)
Journal O.D.mm (in.)
Out-of-roundness of journal and pin
mm (in.)
Taper of journal and pin
mm (in.)
End playmm (in.)
Oil pressure at curb idle speed
kPa (psi)
[Conditions: oil temperature is 75 to 90°C
(167 to
194”F)l
Standard value
0.016- 0.046 (.0006- .0018)
0.019 - 0.044 (.0007 - .0017)
49.9 (I ,965)
59.9 (2.358)
Less than 0.003 (.00012)
Less than 0.005 (0002)
0.05 - 0.25 (0020 - .0098)
80 (I 1.4) or more
Limit
0.1
(.004)
0.1 (.004)
0.3 (.012)
Oil pump
Side clearancemm (in.)
Body clearance0.100-0.181 (.0039-.0071)
Side clearance0.040 - 0.095 (.0016 - .0037)
Relief spring
Free lengthmm (in.)43.8 (1.724)
Load
137 N (8.3 Ibs.)]mm (in.)40.1 (1.579)
Drive belt
For alternator (Vehicle without air
conditioner)
Deflectionmm (in.)
Inspection
4.0-5.5(.157-,216)
New belt3.5-4.0(.138-,157)
Used belt4.0-5.0 (.157- ,197)
TensionN (Ibs.)
Inspection350 - 600 (77 - 132)
New belt650
- 850 (143 - 187)
Used belt450
- 600 (99 - 132)
For alternator and air conditioner
compressor
Deflectionmm (in.)
Inspection
4.0-5.5(.157-,216)
New belt3.5-4.0 (1388.157)
Used belt4.0-5.0(.157-,197)
For power steering pump
Deflection
mm (in.)9.0
- 11 .o (354 - ,433)
Timing belt
Amount of projection of auto tensioner3.8-4.5(.149-,177)rodmm (in.)(distance between the tensioner arm andauto tensioner body)
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II-12ENGINE - Service Adjustment Procedures-
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bolt
Alternator wllev
haft
Fixing nutOlFOOO8
Alternator pulley
Adjusting bolt
/Crankshaftpulley
Air contionercompressorpulleyw Tension pulleyFlxtng nutOlN007.
Crankshaft pulleyOlN007TENSION ADJUSTMENT OF THE ALTERNATOR DRIVE
BELT
I(1) Remove front under cover panel ’
aero> (Refer to GROUP 51 - Aero Parts.).\\
3 ’
(2) Remove under covers (front L.H., side L.H.).
(3) Loosen tension pulley fixing nut.
(4) Adjust belt deflection with adjusting bolt.
(5) Tighten fixing bolt.
(6) Run the engine one time or more.
(7) Check the belt tension. Readjust, if necessary.
(8) Install under covers.
DEFLECTION ADJUSTMENT OF THE ALTERNATOR AND
AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT with air conditioner>
(1) Use straight handle box wrench to loosen tension pulley
fixing nut.
(2) Adjust belt deflection with adjusting bolt.
(3) Use straight handle box wrench to tighten fixing nut.
(4) Run the engine one time or more.
(5) Check the belt deflection. Readjust, if necessary.
DEFLECTION ADJUSTMENT OF POWER STEERING PUMP
DRIVE BELT(1) Insert an extension bar (insertion depth 12.7 mm), etc. into
the opening at the end of the tension pulley bracket.
(2) Loosen the tension pulley fixing bolts in the order of B and
(3)
iove the extension bar installed to the tension pulley in the‘LJdirection of arrow to adjust the belt tension.
(4) Tighten the tension pulley fixing bolts in the order of A and
8.Tightening torque: 35
- 50 Nm (25 - 36 ftlbs,)(5) Give the crankshaft two turns in normal direction (clock-
wise) to run in the belt.
(6) Check the belt deflection. Readjust, if necessary.
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ENGINE - Service Adiustment ProceduresII-13
I_ ianltion tlminaI!H Connector for Igdpstment 6rown)
4tll II -7FUO9371IGNITION TIMING ADJUSTMENTMllFLAF
(1) The vehicle should be prepared as follows before the
inspection and adjustment.
lEngine coolant temperature: 80 - 95°C (176 - 205°F)
l Lights, electric cooling fan and accessories: OFF
l Transaxle: neutral
(P for A/T)l Steering wheel: neutral position
(2) Insert a paper clip to the connector, and connect a
tachometer to the paper clip.
NOTEDo not use the Multi-use tester.
If tested with the Multi-use tester connected to the
diagnosis connector, the ignition timing will not be the basic
timing but be ordinary timing.
(3) Set the timing light.
(4) Start the engine and run at idle.
(5) Check curb idle speed.
Curb idle speed: 700
f 100 rpm
NOTEThe engine speed indicated is a third of actual speed. In
other words, the reading of the tachometer times 3 is actual
speed.
(6) Turn OFF the ignition switch.
(7) Using a jumper wire, ground the ignition timing adjusting
terminal.
NOTEGrounding this terminal sets the engine to the basic ignition
timing.
\(8) Start the engine and run at idle.
(9) Check basic ignition timing.
Basic ignition timing: 5” BTDC
k 2”
(10)lf not within the standard value range, loosen the crank
angle sensor mounting nut and adjust by turning the crank
angle sensor. Turning it to the counterclockwise retards
timing, and to the clockwise advances it.
(1 l)After adjustment, tighten mounting nut taking care not to
move the crank angle sensor.
(12)Turn OFF the ignition switch.
(13)Disconnect the jumper wire connected at step (7).
(14)Start and run the engine at curb idle speed.
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