1997 MITSUBISHI TRITON ABS

54-3
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER 83. . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printed-heater Line Check 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH 84. . .
RADIATOR FAN MOTOR
Refer to GROUP 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTERCOOLER (INTERCOOLER FAN
MOTOR) Refer to GROUP 15. . . . . . . . . .
REAR DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
Refer to GROUP 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SERVICE BRAKES (ABS)
Refer to GROUP 35B, 35C . . . . . . . . . . . .
DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR
(POWER WINDOWS)
Refer to GROUP 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DOOR HANDLE AND LATCH (DOOR
LOCKING) Refer to GROUP 42. . . . . . . .
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
Refer to GROUP 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HEADLAMP WASHER
Refer to GROUP 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DOOR MIRROR (ELECTRONIC
CONTROLLED DOOR MIRROR)
Refer to GROUP 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FRONT SEAT (HEATED SEAT)
Refer to GROUP 52A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS AIR BAG
Refer to GROUP 52B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HEATER Refer to GROUP 55. . . . . . . . . .
AIR CONDITIONER
Refer to GROUP 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-69
A-8 Noise sometimes appears on FM during travelling.
Does the problem clear up when retuned?Ye sOK
No
Does the problem appear only in certain locations and only with
certain stations?Ye sDue to electrical field conditions. (Multipath noise*, fading noise*).
Are connectors properly connected?NoCheck connector connections.
Ye s
Does noise appear when the radio switch is turned on while the
vehicle is stopped and the radio is struck while tuned away from
a station?NoStatic electricity noise:
Body static electric from the shock absorber rubber bushings used
to prevent vibration, tyres, etc. occurs because of separation from
the earth, causing a buzzing noise. Since no measures can be
taken on the radio side, other steps should be taken to discharge
the static electricity of the vehicle body.
Ye s
Is the radio body correctly earthed? (Is the mounting screw tightened
securely?)NoTighten the screw securely.
Ye s
Is the antenna correctly earthed? (If noise appears when the antenna
is moved, this means the earth is not securely connected.)NoIf rust is present at the antenna earth screw, clean and tighten
the earth securely.
Ye s
Repair or replace radio.
No
* About multipath noise and fading noise
Because the frequency of FM waves is
extremely high, it is highly susceptible to effects
from geological formations and buildings.
These effects disrupt the broadcast signal and
obstruct reception in several ways.

Multipath noise
This describes the echo that occurs when
the broadcast signal is reflected by a largeobstruction and enters the receiver with
a slight time delay relative to the direct
signal (repetitious buzzing).

Fading noise
This is a buzzing noise that occurs when
the broadcast beam is disrupted by
obstructing objects and the signal strength
fluctuates intricately within a narrow range.

± General Information HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER
AND VENTILATION55-3
GENERAL INFORMATION55200010121
The heater system uses a two-way-flow full-air-mix
system that features high performance and low
operating noise, and includes an independent face
air blowing function and a cool air bypass function.The A/C system is basically the same as the
conventional system, but a new refrigerant system
has been adopted as a response to restrictions
on the use of chlorofluorocarbons.
ItemsSpecifications
Heater unitTypeTwo-way-flow full-air-mix system
Heater control assemblyDial type
CompressorModelInclined-plate type
Dual pressure switch
kPa
High-pressure switchON
OFF: 2,648, OF
F ON: 2,059
kPa
Low-pressure switchON
OFF: 177, OFF
ON: 186
Refrigerant and quantity gR-134a (HFC-134a), Approx. 550 ± 600
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Because R-134a refrigerant is a hydrofluorocarbon
(HFC) which contains hydrogen atoms in place of
chlorine atoms, it will not cause damage to the
ozone layer.
Refrigerant R-134a is transparent and colourless
in both the liquid and vapour state. Since it has
a boiling point of ± 29.8
C, at atmospheric pressure,
it will be a vapour at all normal temperatures and
pressures. The vapour is heavier than air,
non-flammable, and nonexplosive. The following
precautions must be observed when handling
R-134a.Caution
Wear safety goggles when servicing the
refrigeration system.
R-134a evaporates so rapidly at normal
atmospheric pressures and temperatures that it
tends to freeze anything it contacts. For this reason,
extreme care must be taken to prevent any liquid
refrigerant from contacting the skin and especially
the eyes. Always wear safety goggles when
servicing the refrigeration part of the A/C system.
Keep a bottle of sterile mineral oil handy when
working on the refrigeration system. Should any
liquid refrigerant get into the eyes, use a few drops
of mineral oil to wash them out. R-134a is rapidly
absorbed by the oil. Next splash the eyes with
plenty of cold water. Call your doctor immediately
even though irritation has ceased after treatment.

± Heater Unit and Heater Core HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER
AND VENTILATION 55-25
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
A
SUCTION PIPE OR HOSE, DISCHARGE PIPE
DISCONNECTION
Plug the disconnected hose and the evaporator nipple not
to let foreign matter get into them.
Caution
Seal the hoses completely, otherwise the compressor
oil and receiver will absorb water vapor easily.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT

AEVAPORATOR INSTALLATION
When replacing the evaporator, refill with a specified amount
of compressor oil and install it (to the vehicle).
Compressor oil: ZXL 100PG
Quantity: 50 m

Service Bulletin List
No. Subject Date
MSB-98E37-002 NEW SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR POWER
STEERING GEARBOX1999-08-15
MSB-00E35-001 CHANGE TO ERASING OF ASB DIAGNOSTICS
CODES2000-05-30
MSB-98E00-503 CORRECTION TO DIAGNOSIS CODE READING
PROCEDURE FOLLOWED WHEN USING
WARNING LAMP1998-12-15
MSB-98E52-502 CORRECTION TO ERASING OF DIAGNOSIS
CODES1999-10-31
ESB-97E52-502 CORRECTION TO CAUTION ON AIR BAG
MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING1997-09-26
MSB-97E52-004 CHANGE IN ATTACHMENT POSITION OF SR
AIR BAG CAUTION LABELS1998-02-15
MSB-99E23-001 ADDITION OF DESCRIPTION OF ABS IDLE-UP
SOLENOID VALVE ABOLISHMENT1999-12-15
MSB-98E27-501 CORRECTION TO THICKNESS OF
DIFFERENTIAL CASE FRICTION DISC1998-11-15
MSB-99E55-503 OMISSION OF DISASSEMBLY / REASSEMBLY
OF A/C COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY1999-12-15
MSB-97E52-001 ADDITION OF SRS AIR BAG MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE1997-04-30
MSB-98E33-501REV CORRECTION OF PART NUMBER OF PINION
HEIGHT GAUGE SET’S COMPONENT PART
(REVISED)1999-09-30
MSB-98E33-501 CORRECTION OF PART NUMBER OF PINION
HEIGHT GAUGE SET’S COMPONENT PART1998-11-15
MSB-00E00-003 YEAR MODEL CHANGES FOR 2001 L200 2000-05-30
MSB-97E13-502 MPI TROUBLSHOOTING 1997-06-15

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Manual Pub. No. Language Page(s)
’97 L200PWTE96E1(English) 35b-5
Workshop Manual Chassis PWTS96E1 (Spanish)
PWTF96E1 (French)
PWTG96E1 (German)
2000 L200PWTE96E2(English) 35b-5
Workshop Manual Chassis PWTS96E2 (Spanish)
PWTF96E2 (French)
PWTG96E2 (German)
3. Effective date:
Model Effective Date ABS-ECU part No.
COLT/LANCER From March 1998 MR445910
PAJERO/MONTERO From September 1998 MR400413
L400 From September 1998 MR400415
PAJERO SPORT/
MONTERO SPORTFrom the first production car MR235362*, MR307755*,
MR334886*
L200 From September 1998 MR400416, MR400417,
MR4469642*
* Integral Hydraulic unit. These part numbers are for the hydraulic unit.
4. Details:
’96 COLT/LANCER Workshop Manual Chassis (page 3.)
’95 PAJERO Workshop Manual Chassis Supplement (page 5.)
’95 L400 Workshop Manual Chassis (page 7.)
’99 PAJERO SPORT Workshop Manual Chassis (page 9.)
’97 L200 Workshop Manual (page 11.)
’00 L200 Workshop Manual (page 13.)

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TROUBLESHOOTING35201110129
STANDARD FOW 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.
Phenomenon Explanation of phenomenon
System check sound When 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 sound Sound of the motor inside the ABS hydraulic unit operation.
(whine)
Sound is the generated along with vibration of the brak
pedal. (Scraping).
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 suc
roads by lowering the vehicle speed and not being too
overconfident.
Diagnosis detection condition can vary depending on the diagnosis code.
Make sure that checking requirements listed in the “Comment” are satisfied when checking the trouble
symptom again.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION 35201120106
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.

See next page.
ABS <2WD> - Troubleshooting35B-6

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4.
Remedy the malfunctions indicated by th
diagnosis codes, disconnect the diagnosis code
check harness, and then install the valve relay.
Then turn the ignition switch to ON again t
check the ABS warning lamp. (Refer to P.35-36-
16.) If the lamp indicates a malfunction, th
valve relay system may be detective. (Refer to
P.35-36-14.)
ERASING DIAGNOSIS CODES
With the MUT-II
Connect the MUT-II to the diagnosis connector (16-
pin), and then erase the diagnosis codes.
Without the MUT-II
Remove the battery cable from the battery (-)
terminal for 10 seconds or more, and the
reconnect the cable.
See next page.
SERVICEBRAKES – ABS Troubleshooting 35-36-4