1991 MITSUBISHI MONTERO check transmission fluid

Light comes on with the ignition switch in the "ON" position
as a bulb check, but should go out shortly after engine is started. If
light remains on or comes on while driving, it indicates low oil
pressure and possible system malfunction. Have the system checked and
serviced immediately. Do not operate vehicle until cause is located
and corrected.
ALTERNATOR WARNING LIGHT
Light comes on with the ignition switch in the "ON" position
as a bulb check and goes out after engine is started. If light remains
on or comes on while driving, it indicates possible fault in the
electrical charging system. The alternator belt may be loose or
broken. Have the system checked and serviced promptly. Do not drive
vehicle if alternator belt is loose or broken.
"BRAKE" WARNING LIGHT
Light comes on with the ignition switch in the "ON" position
as a bulb check and goes out after engine is started. Light will also
come on with the parking brake fully or partially engaged. If light
remains on or comes on at any other time, it indicates low brake fluid
level in the master cylinder reservoir or the parking brake switch may
be damaged. Have the system checked and serviced immediately if brake
fluid level is low. Do not continue driving if further trouble is
experienced.
"CHECK ENGINE" WARNING LIGHT (IF EQUIPPED)
Light is designed to come on briefly with the ignition switch
in the "ON" position as a bulb check. If light remains on or comes on
while driving, it indicates fault in an exhaust gas related component
and the system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked
and serviced as soon as possible.
"MAINTENANCE REQUIRED" WARNING LIGHT (IF EQUIPPED)
Light comes on at 50,000 miles, 80,000 miles, 100,000 miles
and 120,000 miles (150,000 miles on 1990-91 models) as a service
reminder that it is time for the periodic maintenance of the emission
control system. Have the system inspected and serviced as necessary
when light comes on. Continued operation of vehicle without having
system serviced after warning light comes on may adversely affect
proper performance of the emission control system. Reset warning
light, after the system has been checked, by pushing the reset switch
in front of the combination meter. Remove the warning light bulb after
the last maintenance service at 120,000 miles (150,000 miles on 1990-
91 models).
"A/T TEMPERATURE" WARNING LIGHT (IF EQUIPPED)
Light comes on when the automatic transmission fluid
temperature becomes abnormally high. If light comes on, reduce engine
speed, stop car and put it in "P" (Park) position. Leave engine
running until light goes out. Normal vehicle operation may be resumed
after light has gone out. If light does not go out, have the system
checked and serviced as necessary.
WHEEL LOCK INDICATOR LIGHT (IF EQUIPPED)
Light comes on when automatic free-wheeling hubs are locked.
If ignition is turned off, indicator light will not come on when

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TR AN SM IS SIO N S ER VIC IN G - A /T

1991 M it s u bis h i M onte ro
1991 TRANSMISSION SERVICING
Automatic Transmission
Mitsubishi: Eclipse, Galant, Mirage,
Montero, Pickup, Precis, 3000GT
IDENTIFICATION
MITSUBISHI AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION APPLICATIONS








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Model Transmission/Transaxle
Eclipse
1.8 & 2.0L ........................... Model F4A22 Transaxle
2.0L Turbo ........................... Model F4A33 Transaxle
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ................ Model W4A33 Transaxle
Galant
AWD .................................. Model W4A32 Transaxle
DOHC ................................. Model F4A22 Transaxle
SOHC ........................ Model KM175 or F4A22 Transaxle
Mirage
1.5L ................................. Model F3A21 Transaxle
1.6L ................................. Model F4A21 Transaxle
Montero ............................ Model V4AW2 Transmission
Pickup ............................. Model R4AC1 Transmission
Precis ................................ Model KM176 Transaxle
3000GT ................................ Model F4A33 Transaxle









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LUBRICATION
TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION SERVICE INTERVALS
Check fluid level every 12 months or 15,000 miles. Change
fluid and filter every 30,000 miles. If vehicle is operated under
severe condition, change fluid more often. If severe darkening of
fluid and strong odor are noted, bands should also be adjusted (if
equipped).
TRANSFER CASE SERVICE INTERVALS
On 4WD and AWD models, change transfer case fluid every 30,
000 miles.
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL
TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION
1) Park vehicle on level area. Ensure oil is at normal
operating temperature, parking brake is engaged, and engine is at
idle. Move gear selector through each position, stopping briefly in
each position.
2) Place gear selector in Neutral, and clean area around
dipstick tube. Ensure fluid level is between lower and upper marks,
but never over upper mark, in HOT range. Add or drain fluid if
necessary.

oil filter/screen, note length and location of all bolts.
TRANSAXLE (EXCEPT MONTERO, PICKUP & RAM-50)
1) Remove drain plug(s), and drain fluid. See Fig. 1. Some
applications may contain a drain plug located in housing below drive
axle shaft, in oil pan. Remove oil pan. Remove oil filter/screen if
necessary.
2) If oil filter/screen is replaced, tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table at end of article.
Clean oil pan, replace gasket, and install oil pan. Tighten oil pan
bolts and drain plug to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table. Ensure dipstick hole area is clean, and pour approximately 4.2
qts. (4.0L) of Dexron-II fluid into dipstick hole.
3) Operate engine at idle for 2 minutes. Shift transaxle to
each position, ending in Neutral. Add sufficient fluid to reach lower
mark. After reaching normal operating temperature, fluid should be
between upper and lower marks of HOT range on dipstick.
Fig. 1: Locating Drain Plugs
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
TRANSMISSION (MONTERO & PICKUP)
1) Remove drain plug (if equipped) from transmission pan, an\
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allow fluid to drain. On models without drain plug, remove oil pan
must to drain fluid. Remove oil filter/screen if necessary.
2) If oil filter/screen is replaced, tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table at end of article.
Clean oil pan, replace gasket, and install oil pan. Tighten oil pan
bolts and drain plug to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table. Fill transmission, through filler tube, with 5.3 qts. (5.0L) of\
Dexron-II ATF on Montero, or 2.0 qts. (1.9L) on all others. Start
engine, and allow to idle for 2 minutes.
3) Shift transmission into each position, ending in Neutral.
Check fluid level with engine running at idle, and add sufficient

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
) on
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
).
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
).
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
). If readings are not to

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

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
TRANSMISSION REFILL CAPACITIES TABLE








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Application Pts. (L)
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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1991 TRANSMISSION REFILL CAPACITIES








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Application Pts. (L)
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