1991 MITSUBISHI MONTERO fuel pressure

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3.0 L V 6 - V IN S [ B ,C ,S ]

1 991 M it s u bis h i M onte ro
1991 ENGINES
Mitsubishi 3.0L V6
Montero, Pickup, 3000GT
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: For engine repair procedures not covered in this article,
see ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article
in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION
Engine may be identified by using Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) stamped on a metal pad, located near lower left corner of\
windshield. The eighth character identifies the engine model.
Engine model number is stamped on front upper edge of
cylinder block (below cylinder head) or on vehicle information plate
on firewall. Engine serial number is stamped near the engine model
number.
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODES TABLE









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Application Engine Model Engine Code
3.0L V6 SOHC
Montero ............... 6G72 .................... S
Pickup ................ 6G72 .................... S
3.0L V6 DOHC
3000GT
Non-Turbo ............ 6G72 .................... B
Turbo ................ 6G72 .................... C









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ADJUSTMENTS
VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Hydraulic lash adjusters are set into rocker arms (SOHC) or
cylinder head (DOHC). No adjustment is required.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
NOTE: For reassembly reference, label all electrical connectors,
vacuum hoses and fuel lines before removal. Also place
mating marks on engine hood and other major assemblies
before removal.
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE
Perform these steps to release fuel system pressure:
* Disconnect fuel pump harness connector at fuel tank.
* Start engine. After it stalls, turn ignition switch to OFF
position.
* Disconnect battery (-) terminal, and reconnect fuel pump
harness connector.

* Wrap shop towels around fuel return and high pressure hoses
to prevent fuel splashing on engine. Disconnect fuel return
hose and high pressure fuel hose to drain any residual fuel.
ENGINE
Removal (Montero & Pickup)
1) Remove hood. Drain cooling system, and remove radiator.
Remove skid plate and splash shields. Release fuel system pressure.
See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Disconnect
negative battery cable.
2) Remove air cleaner ducts. Remove accessory drive belts.
Remove and support A/C compressor and power steering pump. DO NOT
disconnect hoses from compressor or pump. Disconnect oil cooler hoses.
Cover fuel hose using shop towel, and disconnect high pressure fuel
hose and "O" ring. Remove fuel return hose.
3) Label and disconnect all vacuum hoses. Disconnect cooling
system hoses. Label and disconnect all electrical connections from
engine. Remove heat shield from motor mounts. Remove motor mount
bolts. Ensure all hoses and wires are disconnected and set aside.
4) Disconnect exhaust pipe from exhaust manifolds. Remove
starter. Attach engine hoist to engine. Support transmission.
Disconnect engine from transmission. See appropriate article in
CLUTCHES or TRANSMISSION SERVICING. Remove engine.
Installation (Montero & Pickup)
To install, reverse removal procedure. Install new "O" ring
on fuel line. Install new exhaust gaskets and nuts. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS (MONTERO & PICKUP) table at end of article. Adjust
fluid levels.
Removal (3000GT)
1) Release fuel pressure. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE under
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove hood. Remove cruise control vacuum pump
and linkage. On turbo models, remove necessary turbo air intake hoses
and pipes. On all other models, remove air cleaner hoses.
2) On all models, drain cooling system. Drain engine oil and
transaxle oil. Remove heater hoses and radiator hoses. Remove
transaxle assembly. See appropriate article in CLUTCHES or
TRANSMISSION SERVICING.
3) Remove radiator. Label and disconnect all vacuum hoses.
Label and disconnect all electrical connections and harnesses from
engine. Remove accessory drive belts.
4) Remove and support A/C compressor and power steering pump.
DO NOT disconnect hoses from compressor or pump. Cover fuel hose using
shop towel, and disconnect high pressure fuel hose and "O" ring.
Remove fuel return hose.
5) On turbo models, disconnect oil cooler and vacuum hoses.
On all models, remove motor mount bolts and brackets. Ensure all hoses
and wires are disconnected and set aside. Attach engine hoist to
engine. Remove engine.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure. Install new "O" ring
on fuel line. Install new exhaust gaskets and nuts. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS (3000GT) table at end of article. Adjust fluid levels.
UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD
Removal (Montero & Pickup)
1) Remove air intake hose. See Fig. 1. Remove accelerator
cable adjusting bolts. On models equipped with automatic transmission,
remove throttle control cable. On all models, remove accelerator

Fig. 2: View of Upper Intake Manifold & Components (DOHC Turbo, SOHC)\
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc
Removal (3000GT)
1) Remove air intake hose. Remove throttle body and gasket
with control cables and coolant and vacuum hoses attached. See Fig. 2.
2) Remove EGR and EGR pipe (if equipped). Disconnect power
brake hose. Label and disconnect vacuum hoses and electrical
connections. Remove upper intake manifold plenum retaining bracket(s),\
mounting bolts and nuts. Remove upper intake manifold.
Inspection & Installation (3000 GT)
Clean all gasket mating surfaces. Inspect for damage and
cracks on all mounting surfaces. To install, reverse removal procedure
using new gaskets. Install throttle body gasket with projection on
gasket facing upward beyond throttle body mounting surface. Tighten
bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (3000GT)
table at end of article.
LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD
CAUTION: Fuel system is under pressure. Fuel pressure must be

released before disconnecting fuel lines.
Removal
1) Release fuel pressure. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE under
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove upper intake manifold. See UPPER INTAKE
MANIFOLD under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
2) Drain cooling system. Remove high pressure and return fuel
lines. Cover fuel lines using shop towel during removal as some fuel
may be retained. Remove vacuum hose from pressure regulator.
Disconnect injector harness from injectors.
3) Remove fuel delivery pipe, fuel injectors and pressure
regulator. See Fig. 3. DO NOT allow injectors to fall from delivery
pipe during removal. Remove vacuum hose and pipe assembly.
4) On Montero & Pickup, disconnect coolant temperature
sending unit, coolant temperature switch (A/C equipped), coolant
temperature sensor and thermoswitch (A/T equipped). Disconnect upper
radiator and coolant by-pass hoses. Disconnect heater pipe. On all
models, remove intake manifold and gasket.
Fig. 3: Exploded View of Lower Intake Manifold & Components
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc.
Inspection & Installation
1) Inspect for damage and cracks on all mounting surfaces. To

install, reverse removal procedure using new gaskets and "O" rings.
Coat "O" ring with fuel before installation.
2) Install lower intake manifold gasket with adhesive side
toward intake manifold and gasket protrusions facing outboard of
engine. Tighten bolts and nuts to specification. See appropriate
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table at end of article. Check for fuel leaks.
TURBOCHARGER
Removal (Front)
1) Drain coolant, and remove radiator. Disconnect exhaust
pipe from turbo. Remove all air intake pipes. Note match marks and
installation depth on air pipes and hoses for reinstallation. Remove
serpentine drive belt. Remove alternator. Remove A/C compressor and
bracket, and support aside.
2) Remove O2 sensor. Remove dipstick assembly and turbo heat
shield. Disconnect turbo coolant feed and return lines. Disconnect
turbo oil feed and return lines. Remove turbocharger assembly.
Removal (Rear)
1) Drain coolant. Remove battery. Disconnect accelerator
cable at bracket and throttle body. Disconnect exhaust pipe from
turbo. Remove all air intake pipes and heat shields. Disconnect
accelerator cable at pedal.
2) Remove clutch booster vacuum hose. Remove O2 sensor.
Remove EGR pipe and turbo heat shield. Disconnect turbo coolant feed
and return lines. Disconnect turbo oil feed and return lines. Remove
turbocharger assembly.
CAUTION: DO NOT allow foreign material into turbocharger air intakes
or coolant and oil passages.
Inspection (Front & Rear)
1) Inspect turbocharger for oil leakage. Check turbine and
compressor wheels for cracks and other damage. Both wheels should turn
easily by hand.
2) Apply 6.8 psi (61 kPa) vacuum to wastegate diaphragm.
Ensure wastegate operates and diaphragm holds vacuum pressure. Use
care when cleaning gasket surfaces so no foreign material enters
turbocharger oil, coolant and air passages.
Installation (Front & Rear)
Refill turbocharger with clean engine oil through oil pipe
installation hole. To complete installation, reverse removal
procedure. Align match marks, and install air pipes and hoses to
proper depth.
EXHAUST MANIFOLDS
Removal (Montero & Pickup)
1) Remove splash shields. Remove O2 sensor. Remove exhaust
pipe-to-manifold nuts. Lower exhaust pipe, and remove gasket. Remove
heat protector. To remove right exhaust manifold, remove air duct,
engine lift bracket and alternator bracket.
2) To remove left exhaust manifold, remove EGR pipe and
gasket. Remove front intake manifold plenum bracket. Remove exhaust
manifolds and gaskets.
Inspection (Montero & Pickup)
Clean all gasket mating surfaces. Inspect for damage and
cracks on all mounting surfaces. Check mounting surfaces of manifold
and cylinder head for warpage. Repair or replace components if warpage
exceeds .012" (.30 mm).

2.0L (VIN R) DOHC ......................... 137 (9.6)
2.0L (VIN U) DOHC Turbo ................... 114 (8.0)
2.0L (VIN V) SOHC ......................... 119 (8.4)
2.4L (VIN W) SOHC ......................... 119 (8.4)
3.0L (VIN S) SOHC ......................... 119 (8.4)
3.0L (VIN B) DOHC ......................... 139 (9.8)
3.0L (VIN C) DOHC Turbo ................... 115 (8.1)
(1) - Maximum variation between cylinders 14 psi
(1.0 kg/cm
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Exhaust System Backpressure
Exhaust system can be checked with a vacuum or pressure
gauge. Remove O2 sensor or air injection check valve (if equipped).
Connect a 1-10 psi pressure gauge and run engine at 2500 RPM. If
exhaust system backpressure is greater than 1 3/4-2 psi, exhaust
system or catalytic converter is plugged. If a vacuum gauge is used,
connect vacuum gauge hose to intake manifold vacuum port and start
engine. Observe vacuum gauge. Open throttle part way and hold steady.
If vacuum gauge reading slowly drops after stabilizing, exhaust system
should be checked for a restriction.
FUEL PRESSURE
Basic diagnosis of fuel system should begin with determining
fuel system pressure.
FUEL INJECTED ENGINES
WARNING: ALWAYS relieve fuel pressure before disconnecting any fuel
injection-related component. DO NOT allow fuel to contact
engine or electrical components.
Fuel Pressure
1) On all models except Colt and Mirage, disconnect fuel pump
harness connector at fuel tank. On Colt and Mirage, remove rear seat
cushion to disconnect fuel pump harness connector.
2) On all models, start engine. Let engine run until it
stops. Turn ignition off. Disconnect negative battery terminal.
Connect fuel pump harness connector.
WARNING: Before disconnecting high pressure fuel hose at fuel delivery
pipe, cover fuel hose connection with a rag. Some residual
fuel pressure may still be in system.
3) On Galant 2.0L (DOHC), remove brace for access to high
pressure fuel delivery pipe. On all engines, disconnect high pressure
fuel hose at fuel delivery pipe.
4) Connect fuel pressure gauge with adapter between fuel
delivery pipe and high pressure hose. See Fig. 1. Connect negative
battery terminal. Connect battery voltage to fuel pump test terminal.
See FUEL PUMP TEST TERMINAL LOCATION table. Ensure no fuel leaks are
present. Disconnect battery voltage to fuel pump test terminal.

Fig. 1: Fuel Pressure Testing Connection ID (Typical Fuel Inj. Eng.)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
5) Start engine and let idle. Measure fuel pressure with
vacuum hose connected to fuel pressure regulator. Record fuel pressure
reading. Disconnect and plug vacuum hose from fuel pressure regulator.
Record fuel pressure reading. See REGULATED FUEL PRESSURE table.
6) Check for fuel pressure in fuel return hose by gently
pinching hose while increasing engine speed. If fuel volume is low,
fuel pressure in return hose will not be felt. Increase engine speed
to 2500-3000 RPM, 2-3 times. Return engine to idle. Fuel pressure
should not drop when engine is returned to idle.
7) Turn engine off. Ensure fuel pressure reading does not
decrease within 2 minutes. If a decrease is noted, monitor speed of
decrease.
8) If fuel pressure is lower than specification, fuel
pressure drops at idle after increasing engine speed to 2500-3000 RPM,
or no fuel pressure in fuel return hose can be felt, check for clogged
fuel filter, faulty fuel pressure regulator, or fuel pump.
9) If fuel pressure is higher than specification, check for a
faulty fuel pressure regulator or plugged fuel return line. If fuel
pressure does not change when vacuum hose to regulator is connected or
disconnected, check for a leaking or clogged vacuum hose to fuel
pressure regulator or faulty fuel pressure regulator.
10) If fuel pressure decreases suddenly after engine is
stopped, check valve within fuel pump is not seated. Replace fuel

pump. If fuel pressure drops slowly, fuel injector is leaking or fuel
pressure regulator valve seat is leaking. Check for faulty fuel
injector or fuel pressure regulator. Repair as required.
11) When fuel pressure test is complete, repeat fuel pressure
release procedure in steps 1) and 2) before disconnecting fuel
pressure gauge. Install new "O" ring at end of high pressure hose.
Check for fuel leaks.
FUEL PUMP TEST TERMINAL LOCATION TABLE









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Application Wire Color Location
Colt, Colt 200 ......... BLK/WHT .............. Center Of Firewall
Colt Vista ............. BLK/WHT ........ Right Center Of Firewall
Eclipse ................ BLK/WHT .......... Rear Of Battery Compt.
Galant ................. YEL/GRN ........... Left Rear Eng. Compt.
Mirage 1.5L ............ BLK/WHT .............. Center Of Firewall
Mirage 1.6L ............ BLK/BLU .............. Center Of Firewall
Montero .................. WHT .......... Right Center Of Firewall
Pickup ................. BLK/BLU ....... Right Side Of Eng. Compt.
Precis ................... YEL ............. Left Rear Eng. Compt.
Summit ................. BLK/WHT .............. Center Of Firewall
Ram-50 ................. BLK/BLU ....... Right Side Of Eng. Compt.
Stealth, 3000GT ........ BLK/BLU .......... Rear Of Battery Compt.









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REGULATED FUEL PRESSURE TABLE








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At Idle At Idle
w/Vacuum w/o Vacuum
Application psi (kg/cm
) psi (kg/cm)
Non-Turbo .................. 38 (2.7) ....... 47-50 (3.3-3.5)
Turbo
Except Eclipse A/T ....... 27 (1.9) ....... 36-38 (2.5-2.7)
Eclipse A/T .............. 33 (2.3) ....... 36-38 (2.9-3.2)









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Control Relay
Multipurpose relay switches power to vehicle sensors and
actuators including airflow sensor, crank angle sensor, idle speed
control, injectors and fuel pump. When ignition switch is turned to ON
position, ECU energizes coils controlling injectors, airflow sensor
and idle speed control. When ignition switch is turned to START
position, ECU energizes coils (through inhibitor switch on A/T models)\
to supply power to fuel pump. Relay failure will cause a no-start
condition. For testing procedure, see SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING
article.
IGNITION CHECKS
SPARK
Check for spark at coil wire (if applicable) and at each
spark plug wire using a high output spark tester. Check spark plug
wire resistance on suspect wires. For wire resistance specification,
see C - SPECIFICATIONS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section.
CRANK ANGLE SENSOR
For crank angle sensor testing procedure on all models except
Ram-50, Stealth, Eclipse, Laser, Pickup and 3000GT, see TEST NS-5: