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Fig. 10: Engine Support Bracket Bolt Removal Sequence (3000GT)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc.
NOTE: Apply spray lubricant on reamer bolt during removal as bolt
is sometimes seized in engine support bracket.
Removal (3000GT)
1) Remove lower splash shields. Remove cruise control
actuator (if equipped). Remove all drive belts. Disconnect electrical
connector at power steering pump. Remove A/C tensioner pulley and
mounting bracket.
2) Remove power steering pump with hoses connected, and wire
aside. Support engine. Remove front engine mount through bolt and
front engine mount. Remove timing belt No. 1 upper outer cover and
gaskets. See Fig. 7.
3) Remove engine support bracket bolts in proper sequence.
See Fig. 10 . Remove engine support bracket. Remove cover cap and
timing belt No. 2 upper outer cover and gaskets. Using Holder
(MB990767) and Adapter Bolts (MD998719), remove crankshaft pulley.
4) Remove lower outer cover, gaskets and flange. See Fig. 7.
Rotate crankshaft and align all timing marks. See Fig. 8. Loosen belt
tensioner bolt, and rotate belt tensioner counterclockwise to release
belt tension.
5) If reusing timing belt, place arrow on belt to indicate
direction of belt rotation. Remove timing belt and belt tensioner.
6) If camshaft sprocket requires removal, install Holder
(MB990767) with Adapter Bolts (MD998719) on camshaft sprocket. Remov\
e
camshaft sprocket bolt and camshaft sprocket. Remove rear timing belt
cover (if required).
Inspection (3000GT)
Inspect timing belt for wear on edges of drive teeth. Inspect
belt for oil contamination. Replace belt if damaged or contaminated.
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actuator (if equipped). Remove all drive belts. Remove alternator.
Remove drive belt tensioner assembly.
2) Using Holder (MB990767) and Adapter Bolts (MD998754),
remove crankshaft pulley. See Fig. 12. Disconnect brake fluid level
sensor. Remove upper timing belt covers. Support engine. Remove front
engine mount through bolt and front engine mount.
NOTE: Apply spray lubricant on reamer bolt during removal as bolt
is sometimes seized in engine support bracket.
Fig. 12: Exploded View of Timing Belt Components (DOHC)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc.
3) Remove drive belt idler pulley. Remove engine support
bracket bolts in proper sequence. See Fig. 10. Remove engine support
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* A /C -H EA TE R S YSTE M U NIF O RM IN SPEC TIO N G UID ELIN ES *
1 991 M it s u bis h i M onte ro
GENERAL INFORMATION
A/C-Heater System Motorist Assurance Program
Standards For Automotive Repair
All Makes and Models
INTRODUCTION TO MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM (MAP)
CONTENTS
Motorist Assurance Program (MAP)
OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW OF SERVICE REQUIREMENTS & SUGGESTIONS
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
ACCUMULATORS
ACTUATORS (ELECTRICAL)
ACTUATORS (VACUUM)
AIR CONDITIONING FITTINGS
AIR CONDITIONING HOSES
AIR CONDITIONING METAL LINES, HOSES AND FITTING ASSEMBLIES
AIR CONTROL DOORS
AIR DAMS (EXTERNAL)
AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
BELTS
BLEND DOORS
BLOWER FANS (BLOWER WHEEL OR SQUIRREL CAGE)
BLOWER MOTORS
BLOWER RESISTORS
BLOWER SWITCHES
CABIN AIR FILTERS
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLIES
COMPRESSORS
CONDENSER AIR SEALS
CONDENSER FAN MOTORS
CONDENSERS
CONNECTORS
CONTROL CABLES
CONTROL HEADS (FUNCTION SELECTORS)
CONTROL LINKAGES
CONTROL MODULES
COOLANT
COOLING FAN BLADES
COOLING FAN CLUTCHES
COOLING FAN MOTORS
EVAPORATOR DRAIN TUBES
EVAPORATOR PRESSURE REGULATORS (EPRS)
EVAPORATORS
EXPANSION VALVES
FUNCTION SELECTORS
FUSES, FUSIBLE LINKS AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
FUSIBLE LINKS
GASKETS
HEATER CASES
HEATER CONTROL VALVES
HEATER CORES
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