1997 MITSUBISHI TRITON fuel

MPI ± Troubleshooting13A-41
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 26
Ignition switch-ST system
Probable cause
The ignition switch-ST inputs a HIGH signal to the engine-ECU while the engine is
cranking.
The engine-ECU controls fuel injection, etc. during starting based on this input.
Malfunction of ignition switch

Improper connector contact, open circuit or
short-circuited harness wire

Malfunction of the engine-ECU
Check the harness wire between the engine-ECU connector (termi-
nal No.71) and earth, and repair if necessary.
Measure at the engine-ECU connector C-51.

Disconnect the connector, and measure at the harness side.
1. Voltage between 51 and earth (Ignition switch: START)
OK:8V or more
2. Continuity between 71 and earth
OK:Continuity1. NGCheck the following
connector. C-51NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Check harness wire be-
tween the engine-ECU
and ignition switch con-
nector.NG
Repair
OK
Check the ignition switch.
(Refer to GROUP 54 ± Ignition Switch and Immobilizer system.)
OK
Check the following
connector. C-51NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Replace the engine-ECU.
2. NG

MPI ± Troubleshooting13A-42
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 27
Ignition switch-ST and inhibitor switch system
Probable cause

The ignition switch-ST inputs a HIGH signal to the engine-ECU while the engine
is cranking.
The engine-ECU controls fuel injection, etc. during starting based on this input.

The inhibitor switch inputs the condition of the select lever, i.e. whether it is in
P or N range or in some other range, to the engine-ECU.
The engine-ECU controls the idle speed control (ISC) servo based on this input.
Malfunction of ignition switch

Malfunction of inhibitor switch

Improper connector contact, open circuit or
short-circuited harness wire

Malfunction of the engine-ECU.
Check the following
connector. B-01
OK
Measure at the inhibitor switch connector B-01.

Disconnect the connector, and measure at the harness side.
1. Voltage between 6 and earth (Ignition switch: ON)
OK:System voltage
2. Continuity between 5 and earth
OK:Continuity
3. Voltage between 6 and earth

Ignition switch: START

Disconnect engine-ECU connector.
OK:System voltage1. NGCheck the following
connectors.
C-01, C-51, C-57NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom. 2. NG
3. NG
Check the following
connector.
C-01, C-57, C-70NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
NG
Repair
Check harness wire be-
tween inhibitor switch and
ignition switch connector.
OK
Check the ignition switch.
(Refer to GROUP 54 ± Ignition Switch and Immobilizer system.)
OK
NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Check harness wire be-
tween engine-ECU and
inhibitor switch connector.NG
Repair
OK
Replace the engine-ECU.
NG
ReplaceCheck the inhibitor switch.
(Refer to GROUP 23 ± On-vehicle Service.)
NG
Check the harness wire
between the engine-ECU
connector and inhibitor
switch connector.NG
Repair
OK
Replace the engine-ECU.
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Check the harness wire between the inhibitor switch connector
and earth, and repair if necessary.
Check the following
connectors.
A-52X, C-19, C-57NG
Repair

MPI ± Troubleshooting13A-47
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 34
MUT-II: Inspection of no initial combustion
MUT-II Data list
16 Voltage of engine-ECU power source (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the power supply and ignition switch-IG system.
(Refer to P.13A-39, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 23.)
OK
Does the camshaft rotate at the engine cranking?
(When oil filler cap is removed.)NoCheck timing belt for breakage.
Ye s
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13A-10, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS
CODES.
No
MUT-II Data list
22 Crank angle sensor
OK:Cranking speed is displayed.NoCheck the crank angle sensor system.
(Refer to P.13A-15, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS
CODE 22.)
OK
MUT-II Actuator test
07 Fuel pump (Refer to P.13A-62.)NGCheck the fuel pump system.
(Refer to P.13A-40, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 24.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
21 Engine coolant temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the engine coolant temperature sensor system.
(Refer to P.13A-14, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS
CODE 21.)
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 35
Ignition system: Inspection of no initial combustion.
Does the engine tachometer display the cranking speed?

Set the tachometer of primary voltage detection type.NGCheck ignition circuit system.
(Refer to P.13A-44, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 30.)
OK
Check the ignition timing when cranking.
OK:Approx. 5BTDCNGCheck that the crank angle sensor is installed properly.

MPI ± Troubleshooting13A-48
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 36
MUT-II: Check if uncomplete combustion occurs.
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13A-10, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE
No
MUT-II Actuator test
07 Fuel pump (Refer to P.13A-62.)NGCheck the fuel pump system.
(Refer to P.13A-40, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 24.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
21 Engine coolant temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the engine coolant temperature sensor system.
(Refer to P.13A-14, INSPECTION PROCEDURES FOR DIAGNO-
SIS CODE 21.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
18 Ignition switch-ST (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the ignition switch-ST system .
(Refer to P.13A-41, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 26.)
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 37
Check if hunting occurs.
Clean the throttle body. (Refer to P.13A-78.)
Check and adjust the fixed SAS. (Refer to P.13A-79.)
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Inspect the intake of air into the air intake system

Broken intake manifold gasket

Broken air intake hose

Broken vacuum hose

Positive crankcase ventilation valve does not operate.

MPI ± Troubleshooting13A-49
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 38
MUT-II: Check if idling speed is unstable.
OK
MUT-II Data list
26 Idle position switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the idle position switch system.
(Refer to P.13A-40, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
13 Intake air temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the intake air temperature sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-12,
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 13.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
25 Barometric pressure sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the barometric pressure sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-18,
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
21 Engine coolant temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the engine coolant temperature sensor system.
(Refer to P.13A-14, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS
CODE 21.)
OK
MUT-II Actuator test
08 Purge control solenoid valve (Refer to P.13A-62.)NGCheck the purge control solenoid valve system
(Refer to P.13A-45, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 32.)
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:600 ±1,000 mV during sudden racingNGCheck the oxygen sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-11, INSPECTION
PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 11.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:Changes between 0 ±400 mV and 600 ±1,000 mV during
idlingNGCheck the fuel pressure.
(Refer to P.13A-81.)OK1. Inspect the intake of
air into the air intake
system.

Broken intake
manifold gasket

Broken vacuum
hose

PCV valve does
not operate.

Broken air intake
hose
2. Check the injector for
clog.
OK
MUT-II Data list
27 Power steering fluid pressure switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the power steering
fluid pressure switch sys-
tem. (Refer to P.13A-43,
INSPECTION PROCE-
DURE 28.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
28 A/C switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the A/C switch and A/C relay system.
(Refer to P.13A-43. INSPECTION PROCEDURE 29.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
29 Inhibitor switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the ignition switch-ST and inhibitor switch system.
(Refer to P.13A-42, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 27.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
45 ISC Servo position (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGAdjust the basic idle speed. (Refer to P.13A-79.)
OK
MUT-II Actuator test
10 EGR control solenoid valve (Refer to P.13A-62.)NGCheck the EGR control solenoid valve system. (Refer to P.13A-46,
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 33.)

MPI ± Troubleshooting13A-50
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 39
MUT-II: Engine stalling inspection when the engine is warmed up and idling.
MUT-II Data list
26 Idle position switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the idle position switch system.
(Refer to P.13A-40, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
13 Intake air temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the intake air sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-12, INSPEC-
TION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 13.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
25 Barometric pressure sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the barometric pressure sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-18,
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
21 Engine coolant temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the engine coolant temperature sensor system.
(Refer to P.13A-14, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS
CODE 21.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:Changes between 0 ± 400 mV and 600 ± 1,000 mV during
idlingNGCheck the fuel pressure.
(Refer to P.13A-81.)OK1. Inspect the intake of
air into the air intake
system

Broken intake
manifold gasket

Broken vacuum
hose

PCV valve does
not operate.

Broken air intake
hose
2. Check the injector for
clog.
OK
MUT-II Data list
27 Power steering fluid pressure switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the power steering
fluid pressure switch sys-
tem. (Refer to P.13A-43,
INSPECTION PROCE-
DURE 28.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
28 A/C switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the A/C switch and A/C relay system.
(Refer to P.13A-43, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 29.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
29 Inhibitor switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the ignition switch-ST and inhibitor switch system.
(Refer to P.13A-42, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 27.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
45 ISC servo position (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGAdjust the basic idle speed. (Refer to P.13A-79.)
OK
MUT-II Actuator test
10 EGR control solenoid valve (Refer to P.13A-62.)NGCheck the EGR control solenoid valve system. (Refer to P.13A-46,
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 33.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:Changes between 600 ± 1,000 mV during sudden racingNGCheck the oxygen sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-11, INSPECTION
PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 11.)

MPI ± Troubleshooting13A-51
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 40
MUT-II: Check if hesitation, sug, stumble or poor acceleration occurs.
MUT-II Data list
26 Idle position switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the idle position switch system.
(Refer to P.13A-40, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
13 Intake air temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the intake air sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-12, INSPEC-
TION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 13.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
25 Barometric pressure sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the barometric pressure sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-18,
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
21 Engine coolant temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the engine coolant temperature sensor system.
(Refer to P.13A-14, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOS-
TIC CODE 21.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
14 Throttle position sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the throttle position sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-13, IN-
SPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 14.)
OK
MUT-II Actuator test
10 EGR control solenoid valve (Refer to P.13A-62.)NGCheck the EGR control solenoid valve system.
(Refer to P.13A-46, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 33.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:Changes between 600 ± 1,000 mV during sudden racingNGCheck the oxygen sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-11, INSPECTION
PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 11.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:Changes between 0 ± 400 mV and 600 ± 1,000 mV during
idlingNGCheck the fuel pressure.
(Refer to P.13A-81.)OK1. Inspect the intake of
air into the air intake
system

Broken intake
manifold gasket

Broken vacuum
hose

PCV valve does
not operate.

Broken air intake
hose
2. Check the injector for
clog.

MPI ± Troubleshooting13A-52
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 41
MUT-II: Check if surge occurs.
MUT-II Data list
26 Idle position switch (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the idle position switch system.
(Refer to P.13A-40, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
13 Intake air temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the intake air sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-12, INSPEC-
TION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 13.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
25 Barometric pressure sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the barometric pressure sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-18,
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
21 Engine coolant temperature sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the engine coolant temperature sensor system.
(Refer to P.13A-14, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS
CODE 21.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
14 Throttle position sensor (Refer to P.13A-57.)NGCheck the throttle position sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-13, IN-
SPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 14.)
OK
MUT-II Actuator test
10 EGR control solenoid valve (Refer to P.13A-62.)NGCheck the EGR control solenoid valve system.
(Refer to P.s13A-46, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 33.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:Changes between 600 ± 1,000 mV during sudden racingNGCheck the oxygen sensor system. (Refer to P.13A-11, INSPECTION
PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 11.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:Changes between 0 ± 400 mV and 600 ± 1,000 mV during
idlingNGCheck the fuel pressure.
(Refer to P.13A-81.)OK1. Inspect the intake of
air into the air intake
system

Broken intake
manifold gasket

Broken vacuum
hose

PCV valve does
not operate.

Broken air intake
hose
2. Check the injector for
clog.