1998 MITSUBISHI MONTERO battery

STEERING COLUMN
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
1997-98 STEERING
Mitsubishi - Steering Columns - RWD & 4WD
Mitsubishi: Montero, Montero Sport
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
WARNING: Vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) that includes an air bag located in steering wheel.
Use caution when working around steering column. Ensure
battery is disconnected before attempting any repair. DO NOT
apply electrical power to any component on steering column
without disconnecting air bag module (air bag could deploy).
Steering column consists of a collapsible steering shaft with
lower joint assembly. Vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) that includes an air bag and clockspring
located in steering column wheel.
NOTE: For information not covered in this article, air bag
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING or DISPOSAL PROCEDURES, see AIR BAG
RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM
WARNING: Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting negative
battery cable before servicing SRS. System reserve capacitor
maintains SRS voltage for about 60 seconds after battery is
disconnected. Servicing SRS before 60-second period may
cause accidental air bag deployment and possible personal
injury.
To disable system, turn ignition switch to OFF position.
Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable end. Wait at least 60
seconds. To activate system, reconnect negative battery cable.
AIR BAG SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions should be observed when working
with SRS:
* Disable SRS before servicing any SRS or steering column
component. Failure to do this may result in accidental air
bag deployment and possible personal injury. See DISABLING &
ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
* Wait at least 60 SECONDS after disabling air bag system. SRS
system retains enough voltage, for a short time after system
is disabled, to deploy air bag.
* After repairs, always turn ignition on to ensure SRS warning
light is working properly and no system faults are indicated.
* Always wear safety glasses when servicing or handling an air
bag.
* DO NOT expose air bag module and clockspring to temperatures
more than 200
F (93C).
* When placing a live air bag on a bench or other surface,
always face air bag and trim cover up, away from surface.
This will reduce motion of module if air bag accidentally

deploys.
* After air bag deploys, air bag surface may contain deposits
of sodium hydroxide, which irritate skin. Always wear safety
glasses, rubber gloves and long-sleeved shirt during clean
up. Wash hands using mild soap and water. Follow correct
clean-up and disposal procedures.
* Because of critical system operating requirements, DO NOT
service any SRS components. Repairs are only made by
replacing defective part(s).
* DO NOT allow any electrical source near inflator on the back
of air bag module.
* When carrying live air bag module, trim cover should be
pointed away from body to minimize injury in case of
accidental air bag deployment.
* If SRS is not fully functional for any reason, DO NOT drive
vehicle until system is repaired and is fully functional. DO
NOT remove bulbs, modules, sensors or other components, or in
any way disable system from operating normally. If SRS is not
functional, park vehicle until repairs are made.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
STEERING WHEEL
WARNING: Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting negative
battery cable before servicing SRS. System reserve capacitor
maintains SRS voltage for about 60 seconds after battery is
disconnected. Servicing SRS before 60-second period may
cause accidental air bag deployment and possible personal
injury.
Removal
Disable air bag. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
Ensure steering wheel is straight ahead. Remove air bag. Place
reference mark on steering wheel and steering column shaft for
installation reference. Remove steering wheel nut and washer. Using
steering wheel puller, remove steering wheel.
CAUTION: DO NOT hammer on steering wheel during removal or
installation, as it may damage steering column.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure reference marks
are aligned. Tighten fasteners to specification. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING
AIR BAG SYSTEM.
COMBINATION SWITCH
CAUTION: When installing steering wheel, if rotating part of
clockspring is not properly centered with steering column
and front wheels, clockspring failure will result.
Removal & Installation
Remove lower instrument cover and lower heater duct. Remove
air bag and steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL under
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION . Remove upper and lower steering column covers.
Disconnect clockspring electrical connector. Remove screws attaching
colckspring and remove clockspring. Disconnect combination switch
electrical connectors. Remove screws and combination switch. To
install, reverse removal procedure.

Except Eclipse & Montero Sport
1) Remove sun roof motor. See DRIVE MOTOR R & I under REMOVAL
& INSTALLATION. Using crank handle stored in tool pouch, place crank
handle into drive motor shaft.
2) Place spring scale on crank handle about 3.92" (100 mm)
from drive motor shaft. Ensure spring scale is at right angle to crank
handle. On Galant, connect battery source to sun roof motor connector
terminals No. 1 and 4 to rotate motor. See Fig. 4. On Montero, connect
battery source to sun roof motor connector terminals No. 1 and 3 to
rotate motor. See Fig. 5. On 3000GT, connect battery source to sun
roof motor connector terminals No. 1 and 2 to rotate motor. See Fig. 6
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3) On Galant, spring scale should read 30-38 INCH lbs. (3.4-
4.3 N.m). On Montero and 3000GT, spring scale should read 35-43 INCH
lbs. (3.9-4.9 N.m). If clutch sliding force is not as specified, on
Galant and Montero, adjust motor adjusting nut to left or right. On
3000GT, replace sun roof motor.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Check following items listed below symptom to aid in
diagnosis and repair of sun roof assembly.
SUN ROOF INOPERATIVE
* Fusible link or multipurpose fuse.
* Sun roof switch.
* Drive motor.
ROOF GLASS PANEL DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
* Foreign matter lodged in guide rail.
* Drive motor drive gear not correctly indexed with drive
cables.
* Decrease in clutch slipping force of drive motor.
* Misaligned roof glass panel causing binding.
NOISY MOTOR OPERATION
* Drive motor drive gear not correctly indexed with drive
cables.
* Worn or damaged drive motor pinion bearing.
* Worn or deformed drive cable.
NOISY ROOF PANEL OPERATION
* Foreign matter lodged in guide rail.
* Loose guide rail and lid.
WATER LEAKS
* Dust accumulation in housing assembly.
* Clogged drain hose.
* Broken or disconnected drain hose.
* Worn roof lid weatherstrip.
* Excessive roof panel-to-roof opening clearance and/or
incorrectly fitted weatherstrip.
WIND NOISE
* Loose or deformed deflector.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - A/T
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
1997-98 TRANSMISSION SERVICING
Mitsubishi Transmission Removal & Installation
Diamante, Eclipse, Galant, Mirage, Montero, 3000GT
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
AWD & FWD MODELS
Removal
1) On all models except Galant, remove battery and battery
tray. On 3000GT, remove washer tank. On all models, remove air cleaner
cover with air inlet hose assembly. Raise and support vehicle. Remove
wheels. Remove undercover(s) (if equipped). Disconnect control cable\
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at transaxle. Drain transaxle fluid.
2) On AWD models, remove front exhaust pipe. On all models,
disconnect neutral safety switch connector, oil cooler hoses and
electrical connectors from transaxle. Disconnect speedometer cable and
throttle control cable (if equipped). Remove starter motor.
3) Separate tie rod end. Separate lower ball joint. Separate
stabilizer bar connection (if necessary). Remove axle shafts. See
appropriate AXLE SHAFTS article in DRIVE AXLES. Remove center
crossmember assembly.
4) On AWD models, separate transfer assembly from transaxle.
Reference mark transfer assembly-to-drive shaft and remove transfer
assembly.
5) On all models, remove transmission inspection (dust)
cover. Place index mark on torque converter and drive plate for
reassembly reference. Remove torque converter-to-drive plate bolts.
Push torque converter away from engine into transaxle.
6) On all 4-cylinder models, support engine. On all models,
support transaxle with jack. Remove bolts from transaxle mounts.
Remove mounting brackets and remaining transaxle-to-engine bolts.
Slide transaxle assembly to right and lower to remove.
CAUTION: Ensure torque converter is fully seated in transaxle before
installation. Always install new snap rings on inner
constant velocity joints.
Installation
1) To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten transaxle-
to-engine bolts and torque converter-to-drive plate bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
2) Ensure reference marks on torque converter-to-drive plate
and transfer assembly-to-drive shaft align. Tighten mounting bolts
with weight of engine and transaxle on mounts. Refill transaxle fluid
to specified level. See LUBRICATION in TRANSMISSION SERVICING - A/T
article. Adjust all control cables. See ADJUSTMENTS in
TRANSMISSION SERVICING - A/T article.
RWD & 4WD MODELS
Removal
1) Disconnect negative battery cable. On Montero 4WD, remove
transfer case shift lever knob, dust boot and retainer plate or
console. Remove transfer case gearshift assembly.
2) On all models, raise and support vehicle. Remove
undercarriage cover and/or skid plate(s). Drain transmission and
transfer case (if applicable). Place reference mark on drive shaft(s)\

TROUBLE SHOOTING - BASIC PROCEDURES
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: This is GENERAL information. This article is not intended
to be specific to any unique situation or individual vehicle
configuration. The purpose of this Trouble Shooting
information is to provide a list of common causes to
problem symptoms. For model-specific Trouble Shooting,
refer to SUBJECT, DIAGNOSTIC, or TESTING articles available
in the section(s) you are accessing.
ACCESSORIES & ELECTRICAL
CHARGING SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING
NOTE: This is GENERAL information. This article is not intended
to be specific to any unique situation or individual vehicle
configuration. The purpose of this Trouble Shooting
information is to provide a list of common causes to
problem symptoms. For model-specific Trouble Shooting,
refer to SUBJECT, DIAGNOSTIC, or TESTING articles available
in the section(s) you are accessing.
BASIC CHARGING SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART









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CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION








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Vehicle Will Not Dead battery Check battery cells,
Start alternator belt
tension and alternator
output
Loose or corroded battery Check all charging
connections system connections
Ignition circuit or switch Check and replace as
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Alternator Light Loose or worn alternator Check alternator drive
Stays On With drive belt tension and
Engine Running condition, See Belt
Adjustment in TUNE-UP
article in the
TUNE-UP section
Loose alternator wiring Check all charging
connections system connections
Short in alternator light See Indicator Warning
wiring Lights in STANDARD
INSTRUMENTS in the
ACCESSORIES &
EQUIPMENT section
Defective alternator stator See Bench Tests in
or diodes ALTERNATOR article
Defective regulator See Regulator Check in

ALTERNATOR article








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Alternator Blown fuse See WIRING DIAGRAMS
Light Stays Off
With Ignition
Switch ON
Defective alternator See Testing in
ALTERNATOR article
Defective indicator light See Indicator Warning
bulb or socket Lights in STANDARD
INSTRUMENTS in the
ACCESSORIES &
EQUIPMENT section









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Alternator Short in alternator wiring See On-Vehicle Tests
Light Stays OFF in ALTERNATOR article
With Ignition
Switch ON
Defective rectifier bridge See Bench Tests in
ALTERNATOR article









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Lights or Fuses Defective alternator wiring See On-Vehicle Tests
Burn Out in ALTERNATOR article
Frequently
Defective regulator See Regulator Check in
ALTERNATOR article
Defective battery Check and replace as
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Ammeter Gauge Loose or worn drive belt Check alternator drive
Shows Discharge belt tension and
condition. See Belt
Adjustment in TUNE-UP
article in the
TUNE-UP section
Defective wiring Check all wires and
wire connections
Defective alternator or See Bench Tests and
regulator On-Vehicle Tests in
ALTERNATOR article
Defective ammeter, or See Testing in
improper ammeter wiring STANDARD INSTRUMENTS
connection in the ACCESSORIES &
EQUIPMENT section









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Noisy Loose drive pulley Tighten drive pulley
Alternator attaching nut
Loose mounting bolts Tighten all alternator
mounting bolts
Worn or dirty bearings See Bearing
Replacement
ALTERNATOR article

Defective diodes or stator See Bench Test in
ALTERNATOR article









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Battery Does Loose or worn drive belt Check alternator drive
Stay Charged belt tension and
condition. See
Belt Adjustment in
appropriate TUNE-UP
article in the
TUNE-UP section
Loose or corroded battery Check all charging
connections system connections
Loose alternator connections Check all charging
system connections
Defective alternator or See On-Vehicle Tests
battery and Bench Tests in
ALTERNATOR article
Add-on electrical accessories Install larger
exceeding alternator capacity alternator









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Battery Defective battery Check alternator
Overcharged- output and repair as
Uses Too Much necessary
Water
Defective alternator See On-Vehicle Test and
Bench Tests in
ALTERNATOR article
Excessive alternator voltage Check alternator output
and repair as necessary









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IGNITION SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING
NOTE: This is GENERAL information. This article is not intended
to be specific to any unique situation or individual vehicle
configuration. The purpose of this Trouble Shooting
information is to provide a list of common causes to
problem symptoms. For model-specific Trouble Shooting,
refer to SUBJECT, DIAGNOSTIC, or TESTING articles available
in the section(s) you are accessing.
Ignition Secondary Trouble Shooting Chart








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START: Visually inspect Spark Plug Wires, Coil Wires, 

Plug Wire Boots, Rotor, and Distributor Cap for 

signs of damage. 










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* To test secondary ignition   * Repair or replace 

system, modify a Spark Plug   damaged components 

by attaching a ground wire   as necessary 

to the body of the plug and  









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 widening the gap to 1/4-3/8".

Disconnect spark plug wire 

and insert test plug. Ground 

plug, crank engine, and 

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* If plug sparks, driveability   * Remove coil wire from the 

problem is most likely NOT   distributor and attach the 

in the ignition system.   modified spark plug. Ground 










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* If plug has a good spark,   * Proceed to the IGNITION 

the problem is in the plug   PRIMARY TROUBLE SHOOTING 

wires, distributor cap, or   CHECK CHART below in this 

rotor. Replace components   article. 

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Ignition Primary Trouble Shooting Chart








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START: Visually inspect primary ignition wires for 

broken, frayed, split, or cut wires. Also check 

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* Check that battery voltage   * Repair or replace damaged 

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* Replace or recharge the   * Check for battery voltage 

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* Check air Gap of the Pick-Up   * Check resistance of ballast 

coil in the distributor.   resistor (if used) for the 










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