1991 MITSUBISHI MONTERO Service Manual

1) Remove locking hub. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Push brake
"B" in hub housing and remove housing "C" ring. See Fig. 1. Using
Adapter (MB990811-01), lightly press drive gear assembly and remove
"C" ring from retainer "B". Slowly release drive gear assembly.
2) Remove drive gear assembly, slide gear assembly and return
spring. Remove slide gear "C" ring. Remove shift spring.
Fig. 1: Exploded View of Locking Hub
Courtesy of Chrysler Motors.
INSPECTION

1) Check drive gear and slide gear splines for damage. Check
cam portion of retainer "A" for wear or damage. Check cam for wear and
damage. Check slide gear and housing tooth surfaces for damage. Check
retainer "B" and housing contact surfaces for wear and damage.
2) Check brake assembly thickness. See Fig. 2. Assemble brake
"A" and brake "B". Using slide calipers, measure thickness of
assembled brake at both brake "A" lugs.
3) Standard thickness is .413" (10.49 mm). Minimum thickness\
is .378" (9.60 mm). If measured thickness is less than minimum
thickness, replace brake "A" and brake "B".
4) Check length of return spring. Measure length "A" of
spring. Ensure length "A" is 1.38" (35.1 mm). See Fig. 3. If length
"A" is NOT as specified, replace return spring.
5) Check length of shift spring. Measure length "B" of
spring. Ensure length "B" is 1.18" (30.0 mm). See Fig. 3. If length
"B" is NOT as specified, replace shift spring.
Reassembly Pack grooves of retainer "B" with multipurpose
grease and apply grease to attaching surfaces of all components. To
complete assembly, reverse disassembly procedure.
Fig. 2: Measuring Brake Assembly Thickness
Courtesy of Chrysler Motors.

Fig. 3: Measuring Lengths of Return Spring & Shift Spring
Courtesy of Chrysler Motors.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS








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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Hub Cover ........................... 13-25 (18-34)
Locking Hub Bolts ................... 36-43 (49-58)









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MAIN TE N AN CE IN FO RM ATIO N

1991 M it s u bis h i M onte ro
1983-96 MAINTENANCE
Mitsubishi Maintenance Information
Montero
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: For scheduled maintenance intervals and the related fluid
capacities, fluid specifications and labor times for major
service intervals, see SCHEDULED SERVICES article below:
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - 1983-86
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - 1987-95
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - 1996
Warranty information and specifications for fluid
capacities, lubrication specifications, wheel and tire size,
and battery type are covered in this article.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
VIN LOCATION
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the
left side of the dash panel at the base of the windshield. The VIN
chart explains the code characters.
VIN CODE ID EXPLANATION
Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer
to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label.
See VIN example below.








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(VIN) J A 4 F J 4 3 E 1 H J 0 0 0 0 0 1 


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1 - Manufacturing Country
J
* Japan
2 - Manufacturer
A * Mitsubishi Motor Corp.
3 - Vehicle Type
4 * Multi-Purpose Vehicle
7 * Truck
4 - GVW & Brake Type
F * 4001-5000 Lbs., Hydraulic Brakes
G * 5001-6000 Lbs., Hydraulic Brakes
5 - Vehicle Line
J, K Or R * Montero
6 - Vehicle Series
2 * Low
3 * Medium

4 * High
5 * Premium
7 - Body Type
1 * 5-Door Wagon
2 * 2-Door Canvas Top
3 * 2-Door Metal Top (1983-86)
3 * 3-Door Metal Top Or Van (1987 & Newer Models)
8 - Engine Type
E * 2.6L 4-Cylinder
H * 3.0L V6
M * 3.5L V6
S * 3.0L V6
7 * 2.6L 4-Cylinder (1983)
9 - VIN Check Digit
* 1 Through 9 Or X
10 - Vehicle Model Year
D * 1983
E * 1984
F * 1985
G * 1986
H * 1987
J * 1988
K * 1989
L * 1990
M * 1991
N * 1992
P * 1993
R * 1994
S * 1995
T * 1996
11 - Assembly Plant
Y * Ohye, Japan (1983)
Y * Nagoya, Japan (1984)
J * Nagoya, Japan (1985-96)
12 - Transmission Code (1983-85)
4 * 5-Speed M/T (1984-85 Federal Vehicles)
5 * 5-Speed M/T (1984-85 California Vehicles)
7 * 5-Speed M/T (1983 Federal Vehicles)
7 * A/T (1984-85 Federal Vehicles)
8 * A/T (1984-85 California Vehicles)
12-17 - Serial Number (1986-96)
* Sequential Production Number
13-17 - Serial Number (1983-85)
* Sequential Production Number
MAINTENANCE SERVICE INFORMATION
SEVERE & NORMAL SERVICE DEFINITIONS
NOTE: Use the Severe Service schedule if the vehicle to be serviced
is operated under ANY (one or more) of these conditions:
Service is recommended at mileage intervals based on vehicle
operation. Service schedules are based on the following primary

operating conditions.
Normal Service
* Driven More Than 10 Miles Daily
* No Operating Conditions From Severe Service Schedule
Severe Service (Unique Driving Conditions)
* Short Trips In Freezing Temperatures
* Towing Or Commercial Use
* Driving Off-Road Or In Salty Or Sandy Areas
* Severe Dust Conditions
* Hot Weather, Stop-And-Go Driving
* Extensive Idling
CAMSHAFT TIMING BELT
CAUTION: Failure to replace a faulty camshaft timing belt may result
in serious engine damage.
The condition of camshaft drive belts should always be
checked on vehicles which have more than 50,000 miles. Although some
manufacturers do not recommend belt replacement at a specified
mileage, others require it at 60,000-100,000 miles. A camshaft drive
belt failure may cause extensive damage to internal engine components
on most engines, although some designs do not allow piston-to-valve
contact. These designs are often called "Free Wheeling".
Many manufacturers changed their maintenance and warranty
schedules in the mid-1980's to reflect timing belt inspection and/or
replacement at 50,000-60,000 miles. Most service interval schedules in
this manual reflect these changes.
Belts or components should be inspected and replaced if any
of the following conditions exist:
* Cracks Or Tears In Belt Surface
* Missing, Damaged, Cracked Or Rounded Teeth
* Oil Contamination
* Damaged Or Faulty Tensioners
* Incorrect Tension Adjustment
Replace camshaft timing belt at 60,000 mile intervals.
SERVICE POINT LOCATIONS
Fig. 1: Service Point Locations (1983-86 2.6L 4-Cylinder Engine)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.

Fig. 2: Service Point Locations (1987-91 2.6L 4-Cylinder Engine)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
Fig. 3: Service Point Locations (1987-91 3.0L V6 Engine)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
Fig. 4: Service Point Locations (1992 3.0L V6 Engine)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
INFORMATION LABEL LOCATIONS

Fig. 5: Information Label Locations (1983-86 2-Door Models)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.