1998 MITSUBISHI MONTERO Service Manual

LOCKING HUBS
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
1997-98 DRIVE AXLES
Mitsubishi Locking Hubs
Montero, Montero Sport
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles are equipped with an automatic locking clutch.
Locking clutch engages, providing full time AWD operation, when 4WD
(4H) is selected at transfer case, at speeds up to 62 MPH. Selecting
center differential lock position (4HLc or 4HLLc), while in AWD at 4
MPH or less, provides 4WD operation. Center differential lock
disengages when 4H or 2H is selected. Locking clutch disengages when
2H is selected.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
AUTOMATIC LOCKING HUBS
Removal & Installation
1) Remove right side inner shaft for automatic locking clutch
removal. See INNER SHAFT & BEARING in
DIFFERENTIAL & AXLE SHAFTS - FRONT article. With inner shaft removed,
remove locking clutch engage switch. See Fig. 1.
2) Remove 4 inner shaft tube-to-differential mounting bracket
bolts. Pivot differential mounting bracket. Remove 4 inner shaft tube-
to-differential carrier assembly mounting bolts. Pull inner shaft tube
and automatic locking clutch out of differential carrier assembly.
3) To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten inner shaft
tube bolts to 65 ft. lbs. (90 N.m) and locking clutch engage switch to\
26 ft. lbs.(36 N.m).
Fig. 1: Identifying Automatic Locking Clutch Components
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
OVERHAUL

NOTE: Locking clutch overhaul procedure is not available from
manufacturer. Use illustration for exploded view of locking
clutch. See Fig. 2.
Fig. 2: Exploded View Of Locking Clutch
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS








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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Hub Cover ............................................ 13-25 (18-34)\
Locking Hub Bolts .................................... 36-43 (49-58)\
Wheel Lug Nut
Montero ........................................... 72-87 (98-118)\
Montero Sport
Aluminum Wheel .................................. 73-86 (99-117)\
Steel Wheel ................................... 87-101 (118-137)\









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M - VACUUM DIAGRAMS
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
1998 ENGINE PERFORMANCE
Mitsubishi - Vacuum Diagrams
Diamante, Eclipse, Galant, Mirage, Montero, Montero Sport,
3000GT
INTRODUCTION
This article contains underhood views or schematics of vacuum
hose routing. Use these vacuum diagrams during the visual inspection
in F - BASIC TESTING article. This will assist in identifying
improperly routed vacuum hoses, which cause driveability and/or
computer-indicated malfunctions.
NOTE: California and Federal applies to installed emission
equipment, which may be verified by underhood Emission
Control label. California emissions may be available in
other states.
NOTE: Always refer to Emission Control label in engine compartment
before attempting service. If manual and label differ,
always use emission label specifications.
Fig. 1: Vacuum Diagram (Diamante)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America

Fig. 2: Vacuum Diagram (Eclipse 2.0L Non-Turbo)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America

Fig. 3: Vacuum Diagram (Eclipse 2.0L Turbo)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America

Fig. 4: Vacuum Diagram (Eclipse 2.4L)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America

Fig. 5: Vacuum Diagram (Galant - California)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America
Fig. 6: Vacuum Diagram (Galant - Federal)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America