1995 MITSUBISHI 3000GT Lights

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ABNORMAL WAVE-FORMS EXAMPLES
NOTE
1.The size of the wave-form patterns differs largely depending on the adjustment of the variable knob
on the analyzer.
2.Identification of abnormal wave-forms is easier when there is a large output current (regulator is not
operating). (Wave-forms can be observed when the headlights are illuminated.)
3.Check the conditions of the charge light (illuminated/not illuminated) also, and carry out a total check.
Abnormal wave-formsProblem cause
Example 1l Open diode
AALZELOlZO
Example 20 Short in diodeZ7EL0121
Example 30Broken wire in statorcoil
27EL0122
Example 40Short in stator coil
Z7EL0123
Example 5
1 r2rrirl
0 Open supplementarydiode
27EL01244t this time, the charge light is illuminated.
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LTEST STEP
Clean terminals and clamps.
- Replace battery
(1) Remove hold-downs and shields.(2) Check for broken/cracked case or cover.
OK
NG- Replace battery
(1) Turn headlights on for 15 seconds.
NG(2) Turn headlights off for 2 minutes to allow battery voltage to- Charge battery at 5 amps.
stabilize.
(3) Disconnect cables.(4) Read open circuit voltage.
IOK: Open circuit voltage is more than
12.4V.Re-test(2) Load the battery at the recommended discharge rate (see
LOAD TEST RATE CHART) for 15 seconds.(3) Read voltage after 15 seconds, then remove load.
(4) Compare the measured value with the minimum voltage. (SeeOK: Higher than the minimum voltage
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Normal
LL16 (60)
9.5
LOAD TEST RATE CHARTLoad test Cranking
Reserve
W-w)rating (0°F) capacity
Application
1 240 amps / 490 amps / 123 minutes 1 75D26R-MF 1
240 amps520 amps123 minutes 75D23R-MF
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INDICATORS AND WARNING LIGHTS
Anti-lock brakin
NOTE(1) The values in parentheses denote SAE trade numbers.
(2) The *I
(3) The l 2symbol indicates vehicles with theft-alarm system.(4) The
*3
symbol indicates vehicles with Electronic Controlled Suspension.symbol indicates vehicles with Active Exhaust System.
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OPERATION
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When the ignition key is at the “ON” position,the fuel gauge is activated.
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When there is much fuel, the unit’s resistanceis small and the current flowing in the circuit
is great, so the gauge’s indicator indicates inthe “F” area.
l When there is little fuel, the unit’s resistance
is high and the current flowing in the circuit
is small, so the gauge’s indicator indicates inthe
“E” area.

lWhen the ignition key is at the “ON” position,
the engine coolant temperature gauge is acti-
vated.l
When the engine coolant temperature is high,
the unit’s resistance is low and there is a greatflow of current in the circuit, so the gauge’s
indicator indicates in the “H” area.
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When the engine coolant temperature is low,
the unit’s resistance is high and there is a smallflow of current in the circuit, so the gauge’s
indicator indicates in the “C” area.
/Speed sensor (electrical speedometer type)>l Pulses are produced in accordance with the
vehicle speed, and vehicle-speed signals areinput to systems (the MFI system, etc.) that
regulate according to the vehicle speed.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
1.The fuel gauge doesn’t function, or shows the
incorrect indication.
(1) Disconnect the connector of the fuel pumpand gauge unit assembly; the ‘F” side is
indicated when terminal (5) is then
grounded.l Check the fuel gauge.
2.The engine coolant temperature gauge doesn’t
function, or shows the incorrect indication.
(1)The “l-l” side is indicated when the connector
of the engine coolant temperature gauge
unit is disconnected and then grounded.l
Check the engine coolant temperature
gauge unit.
3. Systems dependent upon control according to
the vehicle speed do not function correctly.l Check the reed switch (mechanical
speedometer type)l Check the speed sensor (electrical
speedometer type)
coil pressure gauge>l
When the ignition key is at the “ON” position,
the oil pressure gauge is activated.
lWhen oil pressure is high, the internal contacts
of the gauge unit are kept closed for a longerperiod of time. This causes more current to
flow in the circuit, and the gauge pointer swings
to the high pressure side.
lWhen oil pressure is low, the internal contactsof the gauge unit open in a shorter period of
time. Therefore, there is less current flowing
in the circuit and the gauge pointer swings to
the low pressure side.

lWhen the ignition key is set to the “ON” position,the gauge indicator will be at
“0”.l
When the engine is started, the indicator will
move from
“0” to the minus (-) side, and then,as the boost level increases, it will move to
the plus
(+) side.
l When the ignition key is placed in the “ON”
position, the voltage gauge operates and indi-
cates a battery voltage of approximately 12 V.l
When the engine is started, the voltage gauge
indicates a battery voltage of 12 to 16 V, indicat-ing that the battery is on charge.
4. The oil pressure gauge doesn’t function, or
shows the incorrect indication.
(1)The “H” side is indicated when the connectorof the oil pressure gauge unit is discon-
nected and then grounded.l Check the oil pressure gauge unit.
5.The meter illumination light does not illuminate.
(1) The tail lights illuminate.l Check the rheostat.
6. The voltage gauge doesn’t function, or shows
the incorrect indication.l Check the voltage gauge.
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L:FUEL GAUGE SIMPLE CHECKTACHOMETER CHECK
(1)insert paper clip into the engine revolution speed detection
terminal provided in the engine compartment, and connectthe engine tachometer to the inserted paper clip.
Caution
As the tachometer is negative grounded, do not con-
nect battery conversely to prevent damaging transis-tor and diode.
NOTE
For tachometer inspection, use of a fluxmeter-type engine
tachometer is recommended. (Because a fluxmeter onlyneeds to be clipped to the high tension cable.)
(2) Connect the engine tachometer and compare the engine
tachometer and tachometer readings. Replace tachometer
if difference is excessive.
Standard value:1,000
f 100 rpm
3,000
+ 150 rpm
5,000
f 250 rpm
6,000
f 300 rpm
CautionThe engine speed signal output from the engine is
one-third of the actual speed. When the engine speed
is measured, make sure that the engine tachometeris placed in the
2-cylinder range. (The real speed is
indicated.)
Connect a test light to the harness con-nector.
Place the ignition switch in the ON posi-
tion.Check the test light and gauge conditions.
1 (1) Test light lights. (Pointer of gauge does not swing.)/-.-I Replace fuel gauge.
[ (2) Test light lights. (Pointer of gauge swings.)/-.--I Replace fuel gauge unit.1
1 (3) Test light does not light. (Pointer of gauge does not swing.)k-1 Correct harness.I
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FUEL GAUGE UNIT CHECKTo check, remove fuel gauge unit from fuel tank. (Refer to
GROUP 13F
- Fuel Tank.)
Fuel Gauge Unit Resistance
(1)Check that resistance value between the fuel gauge termi-
nal and ground terminal is at standard value when fuel
gauge unit float is at point F (highest) and point E (lowest).
Standard value:Point F: 3
If: 2 GPoint E: 110
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(2) Check that resistance value changes smoothly when float
moves slowly between point F (highest) and point E (low-
est).Fuel Gauge Unit Float Height
Move float and measure the height at point F (highest) and
point E (lowest) with float arm touching stopper.
Standard value:Point F: 18.6-21.6 mm (.73-.85 in.)
Point E: 193.4-196.4 mm (7.61-7.73 in.)
FUEL SENSOR CHECKConnect fuel gauge unit to battery via test light (12 V-3.4
W). Immerse in water. Condition good if light goes off whenunit thermistor is in water and lights when unit is removed
from water.
CautionwAfter completing this test, wipe the unit dry and install
it in the fuel tank.
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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE SIMPLE CHECKConnect the harness connector via a
test light to the ground.
Remove the water temperature gauge
unit coupling connector.
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Place the ignition switch in the ON posi-tion.
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(12 v’3.4 w) \ //Z16FO13lCheck the test light and gauge conditions.
i(1) Test light lights. (Pointer of gauge does not swing.)_____c Replace water temperature gauge.
[ (2) Test light lights. (Pointer of gauge swings.)Replace water temperature gauge unit.
[ (3) Test light does not light. (Pointer of gauge does not swing.)/-------I Correct harness.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE UNIT CHECK
To check, remove engine coolant temperature gauge unit from
the thermostat housing.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Unit Resistance
(1)Immerse unit in 70°C (158OF) water to measure resistance.Standard value: 104
f 13.5 Sz(2) After checking, apply the specified sealant around the
thread of engine coolant temperature gauge unit and install
on the thermostat housing.
Specified sealant:3M Nut Locking Part No. 4171 or equivalent
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OIL PRESSURE GAUGE SIMPLE CHECKRemove the oil pressure gauge unit
coupling connector.Connect the harness connector via a
test light to the ground.
-1Place the ignition switch in the ON posi-Check the test light and gauge conditions.
(1) Test light lights. (Pointer of gauge does not swing.)
k-1 Replace oil pressure gauge.
1 (2) Test light lights. (Pointer of gauge swings.)k-1 Replace oil pressure gauge unit.
1 (2) Test light does not light. (Pointer of gauge does not swing.)/-1 Correct harness.
VOLTAGE GAUGE SIMPLE CHECKCheck voltage gauge for conditions.
(1) Voltage indicated by voltmeter differs from voltage indicated by
voltage gauge (position indicated by pointer).
-1 Replace gauge.
(2) Gauge does not operate.
/--I Correct harness or replace gauge.
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