1997 MITSUBISHI TRITON light

ABS <2WD> ± Troubleshooting35B-5
TROUBLESHOOTING35201110143
STANDARD FLOW OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING
Refer to GROUP 00 ± How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points.
NOTES WITH REGARD TO DIAGNOSIS
The phenomena listed in the following table are not abnormal.
PhenomenonExplanation of phenomenon
System check soundWhen starting the engine, a thudding sound can sometimes be heard coming from inside
the engine compartment, but this is because the system operation check is being
performed, and is not an abnormality.
ABS operation sound1. Sound of the motor inside the ABS hydraulic unit operation. (whine)
2. Sound is the generated along with vibration of the brake pedal. (scraping)
3. When ABS operates, sound is generated from the vehicle chassis due to repeated
brake application and release.
(Thump: suspension; squeak: tyres)
ABS operation
(Long braking distance)For road surfaces such as snow-covered roads and gravel roads, the braking distance for
vehicles with ABS can sometimes be longer than that for other vehicles. Accordingly, advise
the customer to drive safely on such roads by lowering the vehicle speed and not being too
overconfident.
Shock during system
operation checkShock may be felt when the brake pedal is depressed slightly at a low driving speed. This
occurs due to ABS operation check (initial check at a vehicle speed of 8 km/h), and does
not indicate any malfunction.
Diagnosis detection condition can vary depending on the diagnosis code.
Make sure that checking requirements listed in the ªCommentº are satisfied when checking the trouble
symptom again.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION35201120108
DIAGNOSIS CODES CHECK
Read a diagnosis code by the MUT-II or ABS warning lamp.
(Refer to GROUP 00 ± How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection
Service Points.)
ERASING DIAGNOSIS CODES
Refer to GROUP 00 ± How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection
Service Points.

ABS <4WD> ± Troubleshooting35C-5
TROUBLESHOOTING35101110143
STANDARD FLOW OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING
Refer to GROUP 00 ± How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points.
NOTES WITH REGARD TO DIAGNOSIS
The phenomena listed in the following table are not abnormal.
PhenomenonExplanation of phenomenon
System check soundWhen starting the engine, a thudding sound can sometimes be heard coming from inside
the engine compartment, but this is because the system operation check is being
performed, and is not an abnormality.
ABS operation sound1. Sound of the motor inside the ABS hydraulic unit operation. (whine)
2. Sound is the generated along with vibration of the brake pedal. (scraping)
3. When ABS operates, sound is generated from the vehicle chassis due to repeated
brake application and release.
(Thump: suspension; squeak: tyres)
ABS operation
(Long braking distance)For road surfaces such as snow-covered roads and gravel roads, the braking distance for
vehicles with ABS can sometimes be longer than that for other vehicles. Accordingly, advise
the customer to drive safely on such roads by lowering the vehicle speed and not being too
overconfident.
Shock during system
operation checkShock may be felt when the brake pedal is depressed slightly at a low driving speed. This
occurs due to ABS operation check (check at a vehicle speed of 8 km/h after starting), and
does not indicate any malfunction.
Diagnosis detection condition can vary depending on the diagnosis code.
Make sure that checking requirements listed in the ªCommentº are satisfied when checking the trouble
symptom again.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION35201120108
DIAGNOSIS CODES CHECK
Read a diagnosis code by the MUT-II or ABS warning lamp.
(Refer to GROUP 00 ± How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection
Service Points.)
ERASING DIAGNOSIS CODES
Refer to GROUP 00 ± How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection
Service Points.

BODY ± Window Glass42-13
HANDLING OF AUTO WINDOW SEALER
Keep the sealant in a cool place, not exposed to the direct
rays of the sun. Do not place any heavy article on the sealant
nor press it, otherwise it will become deformed. Avoid storing
the sealant for more than 6 months, because it will lose its
sealing effect.
BODY PINCH-WELD FLANGE SERVICING.
Before servicing the body pinch-weld flange, remove old
adhesive completely. If the flange requires painting, bake
it after painting is completed.
WORKING PROCESS
Window glass installation procedure
Body side
Cleaning of adhesion surface
Cut off the residual adhesive until the
thickness is less than 2 mm. Clean the
adhesion surface with isopropyl alcohol,
and let dry for 3 minutes or more.
Attaching of spacer and dual lock
fastener
Attach the spacer and dual lock fastener
to set the positions for the glass to be
installed.
Application of primer
Apply to the adhesion surface of the
body and let dry for 3 minutes or more.
Window glass side
Reusing the glassReplacing the glass
Cleaning of adhesion surface
Competely cut off all of the residual
adhesive. Clean the adhesion surface
with isopropyl alcohol, and let dry for
3 minutes or more.Cleaning of adhesion surface
Clean off any dirt adhering to the adhe-
sion surface with isopropyl alcohol, and
let dry for 3 minutes or more.
Gluing window spacer and dual lock fastener
Glue the window spacer and dual lock fastener to the glass, following the standard position
all the way around the inside edge of the glass.
Application of primer
Apply sufficient primer evenly to the adhesion surface so that there is no patchiness. After
application, let dry for 3 to 30 minutes.
Application of adhesive
Within 30 minutes after applying the primer, apply the adhesive evenly all the way around
the inside edge of the glass.
Installing the glass
After applying the adhesive, lightly press the glass evenly so that it adheres
completely.
Cleaning
After removing any adhesive that is sticking out or adhering to the body or
glass with a spatula, ect., clean off with isopropyl alcohol.
Checking for water leaks
Carry out a shower test to check that no water will leak through.

54-2
MULTI-METER 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TROUBLESHOOTING 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voltmeter Simple Test 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MULTI-METER 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OUTSIDE THERMO SENSOR 38. . . . . . .
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS 38. . . . . . . . . . . . .
OUTSIDE THERMO SENSOR 38. . . . . . . . . . . .
HEADLAMP* 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS 39. . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOLS 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TROUBLESHOOTING 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamp Aiming 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intensity Measurement 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulb Replacement 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HEADLAMP 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FRONT COMBINATION LAMP* 51. . . . . .
SIDE TURN-SIGNAL LAMP* 52. . . . . . . .
REAR COMBINATION LAMP* 53. . . . . . .
REAR FOG LAMP 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REAR FOG LAMP 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RHEOSTAT 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RHEOSTAT 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HAZARD WARNING LAMP SWITCH
57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HAZARD WARNING LAMP SWITCH 57. . . . .
HORN 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CIGARETTE LIGHTER 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CLOCK 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CLOCK 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RADIO AND TAPE PLAYER 61. . . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TROUBLESHOOTING 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quick-reference Troubleshooting Chart 61. . . . .
Chart 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio and Tape Player with
Anti-theft System 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RADIO AND TAPE PLAYER 80. . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPEAKER 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ANTENNA 82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL 82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ANTENNA 82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Headlamp54-41
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR TROUBLE SYMPTOMS
Inspection Procedure 1
Communication with MUT-II is impossible.
(Communication with all systems is impossible.)
Probable cause
The cause is probably a defective power supply system (including earth) for the
diagnosis line.
Malfunction of connector

Malfunction of harness wire
Refer to GROUP 13A ± Troubleshoot-
ing.
Inspection Procedure 2
Communication with MUT-II is impossible. (Communica-
tion with the one-shot pulse input signal only is
impossible.)
Probable cause
The cause is probably a defective one-shot pulse input circuit system of the diagnosis
line.
Malfunction of connector

Malfunction of harness wire

Malfunction of ETACS-ECU
Check the harness wire between the
diagnosis connector and ETACS-ECU.OKCheck the following connectors:
C-35, C-90NG
Repair
NG
RepairOK
Check trouble symptom.NGReplace the ETACS-ECU.
Inspection Procedure 3
The ignition switch is turned to the OFF position and the
driver's side door is opened while the tail lamps or
headlamps are operating, but the light reminder warning
buzzer does not sound.
Probable cause
The cause is probably a defective lighting switch input circuit system or a defective
driver's side door switch input circuit system.
Malfunction of driver's side door switch

Malfunction of harness or connector

Malfunction of buzzer-ECU or ETACS-ECU
Driver's side door switch input circuit
system check
(Refer to Inspection Procedure 4.)
OK
Check the following connectors:
A-55X, C-81, C-91NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.NGCheck the harness wire between the
junction block and tail lamp relay.OKReplace the buzzer-ECU or ETACS-
ECU.
NG
Repair

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Headlamp54-44
Inspection procedure 6
The headlamps do not illuminate when the vehicle is in the
following condition and the ignition switch is moved to the
ON position. However, they illuminate when the lighting
switch is moved to the HEAD position.


Lighting switch: OFF

Passing switch: OFF
Probable cause
The cause is probably a malfunction of the daytime running lamp control unit (DRL-ECU)
circuit system. If there is a blown fuse, there may also be a short-circuit in a harness.
Malfunction of fuse

Malfunction of connector

Malfunction of harness wire

Malfunction of the DRL relay (1)

Malfunction of the DRL-ECU
DRL relay (1) check
(Refer to P.54-50.)NG
Replace
OK
Disconnect the DRL relay (1) connector
A-12 and measure at the harness side.

Ignition switch: ON
1. Voltage between terminal No.4 and
earth
OK:System voltage
2. Voltage between terminal No.3 and
earth
OK:System voltage when the
lighting switch is at HEAD and
0 V when it is at OFF.
3. Continuity between terminal No.1
and earth
OK:Continuity1. NGCheck the following connectors:
A-12, A-16, C-81, C-88NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL relay (1) and the ignition switch.
Repair, if necessary.
2. NGCheck the following connectors:
A-12, A-16, A-20, A-34NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL relay (1) and the headlamp. Repair,
if necessary.
3. NGCheck the following connectors:
A-12, A-19NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL relay (1) and the body earth. Repair,
if necessary.OK
Malfunction of the DRL-ECU
Replace

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Headlamp54-45
Inspection procedure 7
The headlamps do not switch off when the vehicle is in the
following condition and the lighting switch is moved to the
TAIL position.


Ignition switch: OFF

Passing switch: OFF
Probable cause
The cause is probably a malfunction of the daytime running lamp control unit (DRL-ECU)
circuit system. If there is a blown fuse, there may also be a short-circuit in a harness.
Malfunction of fuse

Malfunction of connector

Malfunction of harness wire

Malfunction of the tail lamp relay

Malfunction of the DRL-ECU
Lighting switch check
(Refer to P.54-49.)NG
Replace
OK
Disconnect DRL-ECU connector A-10
and measure at the harness side.

Continuity between terminal No.10
and earth
OK:ContinuityNGCheck the following connectors:
A-10, A-19NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL-ECU and the body earth. Repair,
if necessary.
OK
Tail lamp relay check
(Refer to P.54-49.)NG
Replace
OK
Disconnect the DRL-ECU connector
A-10 and measure at the harness side.

Voltage between terminal No.5 and
earth
OK: System voltageNGCheck the following connectors:
A-10, A-16, A-55XNG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptoms.NGCheck the harness wire between the
DRL-ECU and the fusible link No.3. Re-
pair, if necessary.OK
Malfunction of the DRL-ECU
Replace

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-65
A-4 Broadcasts can be heard but both AM and FM have a lot of noise.
(1)(2)
Noise occurs when the engine is stopped.
Ye s
Do the following measures eliminate the noise?

Tune to a station with a strong signal.

Extend the antenna completely.

Adjust the sound quality to suppress high tones.Ye s
OK
No
Is the radio body earth mounted securely?NoSecurely tighten the nuts for the body
earth.
Ye s
Is the antenna plug properly connected to the radio?NoCorrectly attach the antenna plug.
Ye s
Is the antenna itself in good condition or is it properly
mounted?NoClean the antenna plug and earth wire
mounting area. Mount the antenna se-
curely.
Ye s
If there is more noise than other radios, consult a service
centre.
Is the noise eliminated?
NoYe s
OK
Noise occurs when the engine in running.
Inspect the vehicle's noise suppressor. (Refer to A-6.)
NOTE
About noise encountered during FM reception only.
Due to differences in FM and AM systems, FM
is not as susceptible as AM to interference from
engines, power lines, lightning, etc. On the other
hand, there are cases due to the characteristicsof FM waves of noise or distortion generated by
typical noise interference (first fading and
multipath). (Refer to A-2.)
as mountainous regions, but this is not due to a
problem with the radio.>