1991 MITSUBISHI 3000GT spark plugs

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GENERALCONTENTS
MOOOA- .
GENERAL DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . .21
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Definition of Terms
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Explanation of Circuit Diagrams
. . . . . .._...........7Explanation of Manual Contents
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Explanation of the Troubleshooting Guide . .
6ModelIndications
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Scope of Maintenance, Repair and
ServicingExplanations
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Troubleshooting
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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE. . . . . .._....31SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE. . . . . . .._.
MAIN SEALANT AND ADHESIVE TABLE. . .44
MAINTENANCE SERVICE
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._......_.....__Air Cleaner Element
. . . . . . .._......._......_................Automatic Transaxle
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._......._.....Ball Joint and Steering Linkage Seals
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BrakeHoses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._......._.._...._......._..
Disc Brake Pads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Drive Belt (For Alternator)
. . . . . . . . .._.........._..........Drive Shaft Boots
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Engine Coolant
. . . . . . . . . . . . ..__.._.............................Engine Oil
.._....__._.................................................Engine Oil Filter
. . . . .._._.......__.................. . . . . . . . . . . .Exhaust System
_....._......._.....__._............,...........Fuel Hoses
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FuelSystem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Manual Transaxle
. . . . . . . . . .._........................_.......Rear Axle
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._..._.._..____.._.......
SparkPlugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._...............TimingBelt
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MASTER TROUBLESHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND
LUBRICANT CAPACITIES TABLE. . . . . . .._........
SPECIAL HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR AWD MODELS. . . . . . . . . . . . .._...._........................
TIGHTENING TORQUE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..__.....................
TOWING AND HOISTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._.....Chassis Number .
.._............................................Engine Model Stamping
.._..........................._...._Theft Protection
. . . . .._.........................................Vehicle Identification Code Chart Plate
.._.....Vehicle Identification Number List
.._._....._..._.Vehicle Identification Number Location
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Vehicle Information Code Plate . . . . .._._......_.......Vehicle Safety Certification Label
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GENERAL - Scheduled Maintenance Table00-35
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE
MOOOA- _SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR EMISSION CONTROL AND PROPER
L VEHICLE PERFORMANCE
Inspection and services should be performed any time a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain
receipts for all vehicle emission services to protect your emission warranty.
No, Emission Control SystemServiceKilometersinThousands 24 48 72 80 96
MaintenanceIntervalsMileage in Thousands 15 30 45 50 60
1Check Fuel System (Tank. Line and Connections and Fuel Filler Cap) forLeaks Every 5 Yearsorx
2Check Fuel Hoses for Leaks or Damage Every 2 YearsorXX
3Replace Air Cleaner ElementatXX
4Replace Spark PlugsatXGENERAL MAINTENANCE SERVICE FOR PROPER VEHICLE PERFORMANCE
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General Maintenance
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Exhaust System (ConnectionCheck and Service as RequiredPortion of Muffler, Pipings andEvery 2 YearsorXXConverter Heat Shields)
NOTELSD: Limited-slip differential
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00-36GENERAL - Scheduled Maintenance Table / Maintenance Service
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS
The maintenance items should be performed according to the following table:
Mileage Intervals Kilometers in ThousandsSevere Usage
MaintenanceService to be(Miles in Thousands)Conditions
itemPerformed
(6 (15) (22.5) (30) (37.5) (45) (50) (52.5) (60)24 36 48 60 72 80 84 96 A B C D E F G
Air Cleaner ElementReplaceMore FrequentlyXX
Spark PlugsReplaceXXXXXX
Engine OilChange Every Or3 MonthsEvery 4,800 Km (3,000 Miles)x x x xX
Engine Oil FilterReplace Every or6 MonthsEvery 9,600 Km (6.000 Miles)x x x xX
Disc Brake PadsInspect for WearMore FrequentlyXX
Severe usage conditions
A-Driving in dusty conditionsE -B -Police, taxi, or commercial type operationF -Driving in sandy areas
C -Extensive idlingG -Driving in salty areas
D -Short trip operation at freezing temperaturesMore than 50% operation in heavy city traffic during
(engine not thoroughly warmed up)hot weather above 32°C (90°F)MAINTENANCE SERVICE
1. FUEL SYSTEM (TANK, LINES, CONNECTIONS
AND FUEL FILLER CAP) (Check for leaks)
/ 2.
FUEL HOSES (Check for leaks or damage)MWShGC
1. Check for damage or leakage in the fuel lines and
connections and looseness of the fuel filler cap.
2.Inspect the surface of fuel hoses for heat and mechanical
damage. Hard and brittle rubber, cracking, checking, tears,
cuts, abrasions and excessive swelling indicate deteriora-
tion of the rubber.
3.If the fabric casing of the rubber hose is exposed by cracks
and abrasions in the fuel system, the hoses should be
changed.
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GENERAL - Maintenance Service00-37
3. AIR CLEANER ELEMENT (Replace)
MOOSAKHThe air cleaner element will become dirty and loaded with dust
during use, and the filtering effect will be substantially reduced.
Replace it with a new one.

(1) Disconnect the air-flow sensor connector.
(2) Remove the air intake hose from the air-flow sensor.
(3) Unclamp the air cleaner cover.
(4) Remove the air cleaner cover and air-flow sensor.
CautionRemove the air cleaner cover with care not to give
shock to the air-flow sensor.
(5) Take out the air cleaner element.

(1) Remove the clutch booster vacuum pipe mounting bolt.
(2) Disconnect the air-flow sensor connector.
(3) Remove air intake hose A from the air-flow sensor.
(4) Unclamp the air cleaner cover.
(5) Remove the air cleaner cover and air-flow sensor.
CautionRemove the air cleaner cover with care not to give
shock to the air-flow sensor.
(6) Take out the air cleaner element.
4. SPARK PLUGS (Replace)
MOOSAOIThe spark plugs must fire properly to assure proper engine
performance and emission-control.
Therefore, they should be replaced periodically with new ones.
Spark plug
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NIPPON DENS0
PK20PR-PI 1Spark plug gap: 1.0
- 1.1 mm LO39 - -043 in.)
NOTEFor the platinum plug, use care not to damage the platinum tip.
Specified torque: 25 Nm (15
ft.lbs.15. TIMING BELT (Replace)
MOOSBADReplace the belt with a new one periodically to assure proper
engine performance.
For removal and installation procedures, refer to GROUP 11
-Timing Belt.
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ENGINE - Service Adjustment Procedures11-15COMPRESSION PRESSURE CHECKMllFFAK
(1) Before checking compression, ensure that engine oil, the
starter motor, and battery are all in normal operating
condition.
(2) Start the engine and wait until engine coolant temperature
has risen to 80
- 95°C (176 - 205°F).
(3) Remove the all spark plugs.
(4) Crank the engine to remove any foreign objects in the
cylinders.
CautionCover the spark plug holes with shop towel, etc., in
order to keep expelled foreign objects from flying out,and keep away from the holes. When measuring
compression with water, oil, or fuel having entered the
cylinder through a crack, etc., these will come flying out
of the spark plug hole hot and fast, so be sure to take
the proper precautions.(5) Set the compression gauge to the spark plug hole.
(6) Holding the throttle valve full open, crank the engine and
measure compression.
Limit:
min. 980 kPa (139 psi)
min. 810 kPa (115 psi)(7) Perform (5) and (6) above for all the cylinders, ensuring that
compression pressure differential for each of the cylinders
is within the specified limit.
Limit: max.
100 kPa (14 psi)
(8) If a cylinder’s compression or pressure differential exceeds
the limit, add a small amount of oil through the spark plug
hole and repeat steps (5)
- (7).@If the addition of oil brings compression up, it is possible
that there is
harmf,uI friction between the piston ring
and cylinder wall.@If not compression up, valve seizure, poor valve seating,
or a compression leak from the gasket are all possible.
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FUEL SYSTEM - On-vehicle Inspection of MPI Components
IGNITION COIL AND POWER TRANSISTOR
MlBYVABEquipment side
connector@ Harness side
connector@ Harness side connector
Tachometer
-1Battery
/gnition coil1 3
Engine control unit
\/\/\IAL“8 “6.,,523No. 2No. 3
No 5No. 6
* transistor
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mentconnectof
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7FU1059Engine control unitconnector
7FUO453
OPERATION
lWhen the power transistor unit A is turned on by the signal from the engine control unit, primary current
flows to the ignition coil A. When the power transistor unit A is turned off, the primaty current is shut off
and a high voltage is induced in the secondary coil A, causing the ignition plugs of No. 1 and No. 4
cylinders to spark. When the
power transistor unit B is turned off, the ignition plugs of No. 2 and No. 3
cylinders spark.
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lWhen the engine control unit turns off the transistor in the unit, the battery voltage in the unit is applied to
the power transistor unit to turn it on. When the engine control unit turns on the transistor in the unit, the
power transistor unit is turned off.
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