1997 MITSUBISHI TRITON radio antenna

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 ± Ignition Switch and Immobilizer System54-11
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES

Code No.11 Transponder communication system or radio
interference of ID codeProbable cause

The ID code of the transponder is not sent to the immobilizer-ECU immediately
after the ignition switch is turned to ON position.

If the engine is started while several ignition keys are in the vicinity, then interference
between the different keys may occur, which will cause this code to be generated.
Radio interference of ID code

Malfunction of transponder

Malfunction of ignition key ring antenna

Malfunction of harness or connector

Malfunction of immobilizer-ECU
Are there any other ignition keys in the
vicinity of the ignition key being used
to for starting?Ye sMove other keys well away from key
being used.
NoCheck trouble symptom.
NG
Does the engine start using the spare
ignition key which has had the ID code
registered?OKReplace the ignition key that does not
work.Re-register the ID code
(Refer to P.54-23.)
NG
Diagnosis code checkCode No.12
occurs.To INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR
DIAGNOSIS CODE No.12.
Code No.11 occurs.
Ignition key ring antenna continuity
check (Refer to P.54-22.)NG
Replace
OK
Check the following connectors:
C-36, C-71NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.NGCheck the harness between the immobi-
lizer-ECU and key ring antenna.NG
Repair
OK
Replace the immobilizer-ECU.Register the password (secret code)
and ID code. (Refer to P.54-23.)
Code No.12 ID codes are not the same or not registered.Probable cause
The ID code which is sent from the transponder is not the same as the ID code
which is registered in the immobilizer-ECU.
The ID code in the ignition key being used has not
been properly registered.

Malfunction of immobilizer-ECU
Re-register the ID code
(Refer to P.54-23.)Check trouble symptom.NGReplace the immobilizer-ECU.
Register the password (secret code)
and ID code. (Refer to P.54-23.)

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-62
ItemsProblem symptomRelevant chart
Tape playerCassette tape will not be inserted.C-1
No sound.C-2
No sound from one speaker.C-3
Sound quality is poor, or sound is weak.C-4
Cassette tape will not be ejected.C-5
Uneven revolution. Tape speed is fast or slow.C-6
Faulty auto reverse.C-7
Tape gets caught in mechanism.C-8
CHART
A. NOISE
A-1 Noise appears at certain places when travelling (AM).
Is there a particular structure?NoDo the following measures eliminate the
noise?
1. Change to a different station with
a strong signal to boost resistance
to interference.
2. Suppress high tones to reduce
noise.
3. Extend antenna completely.Ye sOK
Ye s
Find out the following information from
the user:
1. Place
2. Locality conditions (valley, moun-
tain, etc.)
3. Name and frequency of stations
affected by noiseNo
If due to vehicle noise:
It may not be possible to prevent noise
if the signal is weak.
If there is more noise than other radios, find out the noise
conditions and the name and frequency of the receiving
stations from the user, and consult with the service centre.
If due to external noise:
In almost all cases, prevention on the
receiver side is impossible. Weak sig-
nals especially are susceptible to inter-
ference.

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-64
A-3 Mixed with noise, only at night (AM).
The following factors can be considered as possible
causes of noise appearing at night.
1. Factors due to signal conditions: Due to the
fact that long-distance signals are more easily
received at night, even stations that are
received without problem during the day may
experience interference in a general worsening
of reception conditions. The weaker a station
is the more susceptible it is to interference,and a change to a different station or the
appearance of a beating sound* may occur.
Beat sound*: Two signals close in frequency
interfere with each other, creating a repetitious
high-pitched sound. This sound is generated
not only by sound signals but by electrical
waves as well.
2. Factors due to vehicle noise: Alternator noise
may be a cause.
Is the noise still obvious even with the
lamps OFF?No
Ye s
Do the following measures eliminate the
noise?

Tune to a station with a strong signal.

Tune to a station with a strong signal
without completely extending the
antenna.Ye sOK
No
Does the noise fade away when the
vehicle harness is moved away from
the radio chassis? (if the harness is not
in the proper position.)Ye sOK
No
If there is more noise than other radios, consult a service
centre.

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.>

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.

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-71
B-3 There is noise but no reception for both AM and FM or no sound from AM, or no sound from
FM.
OK
Is the check being conducted under spe-
cial electrical field conditions?Ye s
Example: In an underground
garage or inside a building.
No
Does tuning solve the problem?
Is proper performance obtained when
the vehicle is moved?Ye s
OKYe s
No
No
ReconnectNoAre the antenna plug and radio unit properly connected?
Ye s
Repair or replace radio.Ye sDoes the problem disappear if connected to another radio?
No
Replace the antenna.
B-4 Insufficient sensitivity.
No
Replace the antenna.
Ye s
Repair or replace radio.Ye sDoes the problem disappear when a different radio is con-
nected?
OK
Is the check being conducted under spe-
cial electrical field conditions?Ye s
Example: In an underground
garage or inside a building.
No
Does tuning solve the problem?
Is proper performance obtained when
the vehicle is moved?Ye s
OKYe s
No
No
Electrical field condition related*
(multipath noise or fading noise)Ye sIs the problem limited to the reception of a specific radio
station from a specific position?
No
Ensure proper connection.NoIs the antenna plug properly connected to the unit?
* For multipath noise and fading noise problems, refer to P. 54-69.

CHASSIS ELECTRICAL ± Radio and Tape Player54-72
B-5 Distortion on AM or on both AM and FM.
How much distortion is there?OccasionalDistortion in the vicinity of the radio sta-
tionYe sExcessive antenna input
Constant
No
Are the speaker cords in contact with the cone paper?Ye sRemove cords away from cone paper.
No
Remove the speakers and check for torn cone paper or foreign
objects.Ye sRepair or replace speakers.
No
Check for deformation with speaker installed.Ye sInstall speaker securely.
No
Repair or replace radio.
B-6 Distortion on FM only
Does the distortion persist when the radio is tuned to another station?NoDue to weak electrical field of radio station
Ye s
Does distortion increase or decrease when the vehicle is moved?Ye sDue to multipath noise
No
Repair or replace radio.
B-7 Too few automatic select stations.
OK
Is the check being conducted under spe-
cial electrical field conditions?Ye s
Example: In an underground
garage or inside a building
No
Is the antenna plug properly connected to the equipment?
Is proper performance obtained when
the vehicle is moved?
Ensure proper connection.No
No
Ye s
Repair or replace radio.Ye sDoes the equipment work properly if the radio is changed?
No
Replace the antenna.Ye s