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fluid to bring level to lower mark of dipstick if necessary. Recheck
fluid level after transmission is at normal operating temperature.
TRANSFER CASE
Drain plug is located on bottom of transfer case. Change
drain plug gasket whenever fluid is changed. On 3000GT, lubricant
level should be approximately .5" (13 mm) below fill hole on side of
transfer case. On all others models, lubricant level should be to
bottom of fill hole on side of transfer case.
HYDRAULIC CONTROL PRESSURE ADJUSTMENTS
LINE PRESSURE CHECK (EXCEPT MONTERO & PICKUP)
1) Set parking brake. Place shift lever in Neutral position.
Attach engine tachometer. Remove line pressure port plug located above
front transaxle shaft, forward of governor pressure port plug. On
Precis, line pressure port is located below bell housing, at front of
transaxle oil pan. Using appropriate adapter, attach pressure gauge.
2) Start engine, and bring to operating temperature. With
gear selector in Drive position, bring engine speed to 2500 RPM. Pull
throttle control cable (if equipped) wide open at transaxle side.
3) Line pressure should be 98-100 psi (6.9-7.0 kg/cm
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Mirage, or 124-127 psi (8.7-8.9 kg/cm) on all others. If line
pressure is not to specification, proceed to LINE PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT.
LINE PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT (EXCEPT MONTERO & PICKUP)
1) Drain transaxle fluid. Remove oil pan. Disconnect throttle
control cable from throttle cam. Remove oil temperature sensor (if
equipped). Disconnect solenoid connector. On some models, it may be
necessary to push solenoid wire harness connector and grommet into
transaxle case.
2) Remove oil filter screen and plate. Noting location and
length of bolts, remove valve body. DO NOT drop internal parts. Adjust
line pressure by turning regulator valve adjusting screw.
3) Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise to increase pressure
or clockwise to decrease pressure. One complete turn of adjusting
screw changes line pressure as follows.
* 3.7 psi (.26 kg/cm
) on Mirage with F3A21 Transaxle
* 5.4 psi (.39 kg/cm) on Precis
* 54 psi (3.8 kg/cm) on all others
4) After adjustment, reverse removal procedure to install.
Refill transaxle.
LINE PRESSURE (MONTERO)
1) Remove plug from line pressure take-off port located
behind transmission shift control lever. Install Hydraulic Pressure
Meter (MD998330) with Adapter (MD998206).
2) Place vehicle on dynamometer. Apply parking brake and
start engine. With brake applied, place transmission in Drive. Note
pressure at idle. Pressure should be 74-85 psi (5.2-6.0 kg/cm
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3) Raise engine RPM to stall speed (2100-2400 RPM). Note lin\
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pressure. Pressure should be 156-185 psi (11.0-13.0 kg/cm
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4) Shift transmission into Reverse with brake applied. At
idle, pressure should be 112-130 psi (7.9-9.1 kg/cm
). Raise engine
RPM to stall speed (2100-2400 RPM). Note line pressure. Pressure
should be 227-285 psi (16.0-20.0 kg/cm
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specification, use the following trouble shooting guide.
* Hydraulic Pressure High In All Ranges
Check throttle cable adjustment. If adjustment is okay, check
for throttle valve or regulator valve failure.
* Hydraulic Pressure Low In All Ranges
Check throttle cable adjustment. If adjustment is okay, check
for throttle valve, regulator valve, transmission oil pump or
overdrive clutch failure.
* Hydraulic Pressure Low In Drive Position
Check for fluid leaks in Drive hydraulic circuit. Check for
forward clutch or overdrive clutch failure.
* Hydraulic Pressure Low In Reverse Position
Check for fluid leaks in Reverse hydraulic circuit. Check for
transmission No. 3 brake failure, forward clutch failure or
overdrive clutch failure.
LINE PRESSURE (PICKUP)
1) Incorrect throttle pressure setting will cause incorrect
line pressure readings even though line pressure adjustment is
correct. Always inspect and correct throttle pressure adjustment
before adjusting line pressure.
2) Approximate adjustment, measured from valve body to inner
edge of adjusting nut, is 15/16". However, due to manufacturing
tolerances, adjustment can be varied to obtain correct line pressure.
3) Adjusting screw may be turned with an Allen wrench. One
complete turn of adjusting screw changes closed throttle line pressure
approximately 1 2/3 psi. Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise to
increase pressure or clockwise to decrease pressure.
THROTTLE PRESSURE (PICKUP)
1) Throttle pressures cannot be accurately tested. If a
malfunction exists, adjustment should be measured.
2) Insert Gauge Pin (C-3763) between throttle lever cam and
kickdown valve. Push in on tool to compress kickdown valve against its
spring.
3) As force is being exerted to compress spring, turn
throttle lever screw with Allen wrench until head of screw touches
throttle lever tang with gauge pin, and throttle valve bottoms. Ensure
adjustment is made with spring fully compressed and valve bottomed in
valve body.
KICKDOWN BAND
PICKUP
1) Locate kickdown band adjusting screw on left side of
transmission case. Loosen lock nut, and back off nut 5 turns. Ensure
adjusting screw turns freely in transmission case.
2) Using torque wrench, tighten adjusting screw to 72 INCH
lbs. (8 N.m). Back off adjusting screw 2 7/8 turns. Hold adjuster
screw in this position, and tighten lock nut to 30 ft. lbs. (41 N.m).
LOW-REVERSE BAND
PICKUP
1) Raise vehicle, drain transmission, and remove oil pan.
Loosen adjusting screw lock nut, and back off nut 5 turns. Ensure
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1) Neutral safety switch is located under shift lever
console. Set shift lever so pin at end of rod is positioned correctly.
See Fig. 10 .
2) Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between Black/Yellow
wires when neutral safety switch is moved back and forth. Mark
bracket.
3) Tighten neutral safety switch mounting screws so clearance
between switch and selector lever is .1" (2.5 mm).
Fig. 10: Adjusting Neutral Safety Switch (Montero)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
PICKUP
Neutral safety switch is part of transmission-mounted neutral
safety/back-up light switch assembly, and is non-adjustable.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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Drain Plug
Transaxle/Transmission
Montero ................................. 13-17 (18-23)
All Other Models ........................ 22-25 (30-35)
Transfer Case ............................ 22-25 (30-35)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Oil Filter/Screen Bolt
Except Montero & Pickup ................ 48-60 (5.4-6.8)
Montero ................................ 43-52 (4.9-5.9)
Pickup ........................................ 35 (4.0)
Oil Pan Bolt
Eclipse & Montero ...................... 36-42 (4.0-4.8)
Pickup ........................................ 156 (18)
All Other Models ..................... 84-108 (9.5-12.2)
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Check transaxle/transmission and transfer case fluid level
every 30,000 miles. Change fluid at 30,000 miles if operated under
severe service conditions.
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL
TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION
Lubricant level is checked at fill hole on side of transaxle
or transmission. Lubricant must be at bottom of fill hole.
TRANSFER CASE
Transfer case contains separate drain and fill plugs.
Lubricant must reach to bottom of fill hole.
On 3000GT models, transfer case contains separate drain and
fill plugs. Lubricant should be .5" (13 mm) from bottom of fill hole.
RECOMMENDED FLUID
Use API GL-4 or GL-5 SAE 75W-85 gear oil.
FLUID CAPACITY SPECS TABLE
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Eclipse
F5M22 .............................. 3.8 (1.8)
F5M33 .............................. 4.7 (2.2)
Galant ............................... 3.8 (1.8)
Mirage
KM201 .............................. 3.8 (1.8)
KM210 .............................. 4.4 (2.0)
Montero
2.6L ............................... 4.7 (2.2)
3.0L ............................... 5.3 (2.6)
Pickup
2WD ................................ 4.9 (2.4)
4WD ................................ 4.7 (2.2)
Precis ............................... 4.4 (2.0)
Sigma ................................ 5.2 (2.5)
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Mirage (1.5L)
F4M21 ................................... 3.6 (1.7)
F5M21 ................................... 3.8 (1.8)
Eclipse, Galant (2WD) & Mirage (1.6L) ..... 3.8 (1.8)
Eclipse (Turbo) & 3000GT (2WD) ............ 4.9 (2.3)
Galant (AWD) .............................. 4.9 (2.3)
Montero & Pickup .......................... 5.2 (2.5)
Pickup .................................... 4.9 (2.3)
Pickup .................................... 4.6 (2.2)
Precis
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Defective diodes or stator See Bench Test in
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Stay Charged belt tension and
condition. See
Belt Adjustment in
appropriate TUNE-UP
article in the
TUNE-UP section
Loose or corroded battery Check all charging
connections system connections
Loose alternator connections Check all charging
system connections
Defective alternator or See On-Vehicle Tests
battery and Bench Tests in
ALTERNATOR article
Add-on electrical accessories Install larger
exceeding alternator capacity alternator
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Overcharged- output and repair as
Uses Too Much necessary
Water
Defective alternator See On-Vehicle Test and
Bench Tests in
ALTERNATOR article
Excessive alternator voltage Check alternator output
and repair as necessary
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IGNITION SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING
NOTE: This is GENERAL information. This article is not intended
to be specific to any unique situation or individual vehicle
configuration. The purpose of this Trouble Shooting
information is to provide a list of common causes to
problem symptoms. For model-specific Trouble Shooting,
refer to SUBJECT, DIAGNOSTIC, or TESTING articles available
in the section(s) you are accessing.
Ignition Secondary Trouble Shooting Chart
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Plug Wire Boots, Rotor, and Distributor Cap for
signs of damage.
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by attaching a ground wire as necessary
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widening the gap to 1/4-3/8".
Disconnect spark plug wire
and insert test plug. Ground
plug, crank engine, and
check for spark.
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problem is most likely NOT distributor and attach the
in the ignition system. modified spark plug. Ground
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the problem is in the plug PRIMARY TROUBLE SHOOTING
wires, distributor cap, or CHECK CHART below in this
rotor. Replace components article.
as necessary.
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Ignition Primary Trouble Shooting Chart
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broken, frayed, split, or cut wires. Also check
for loose, corroded, or disconnected connectors.
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is at least 11.5 volts. components as necessary.
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correct resistance value. necessary.
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ignition switch to the coil. if the measured resistance
Also check the coil primary value is not within
and secondary resistance. specification.
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STARTER TROUBLE SHOOTING
NOTE: This is GENERAL information. This article is not intended
to be specific to any unique situation or individual vehicle
configuration. The purpose of this Trouble Shooting
information is to provide a list of common causes to
problem symptoms. For model-specific Trouble Shooting,
refer to SUBJECT, DIAGNOSTIC, or TESTING articles available
in the section(s) you are accessing.
BASIC STARTER TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
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Starter Fails Dead battery or bad Check battery charge
to Operate connections between and all wires and
starter and battery connections to starter
Ignition switch faulty Adjust or replace
or misadjusted ignition switch
Open circuit between Check and repair wires
starter switch ignition and connections as
terminal on starter relay necessary
Starter relay or starter See Testing in STARTER
defective article
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Engine overheated See ENGINE COOLING
SYSTEM article
Engine oil too heavy Check that proper
viscosity oil
is used
Poor battery-to-starter Check that all
connections between
battery and starter are
clean and tight
Current draw too low or See Bench Tests in
too high STARTER article
Bent armature, loose pole See STARTER article
shoes screws or worn
bearings
Burned solenoid contacts Replace solenoid
Faulty starter Replace starter
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Engine Only advanced TUNE-UP article
Momentarily
Overrunning clutch not Replace overrunning
engaging properly clutch. See STARTER
article
Broken starter clutch See STARTER article
Broken teeth on engine Replace flywheel and
flywheel check starter pinion
gear for damage
Weak drive assembly See STARTER article
thrust spring
Weak hold-in coil See Bench Tests in
STARTER article
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Will Not Engage article
Poor point assembly ground See Testing in STARTER
article
Defective pull-in coil Replace starter
solenoid
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Starter Relay Dead battery Charge or replace
Does Not Close battery as necessary
Faulty wiring Check all wiring and
connections leading to
relay
Neutral safety switch Replace neutral safety
faulty switch
Starter relay faulty Replace starter relay