1998 MITSUBISHI MONTERO brake fluid

specified, bleed system and inspect hydraulic and clutch components.
See CLUTCH PEDAL SPECIFICATIONS table.
CLUTCH PEDAL INTERLOCK SWITCH
1) Place transmission in Neutral and apply parking brake.
Turn ignition switch to START position with clutch pedal not
depressed. Engine should not crank. If engine cranks, adjust or
replace interlock switch.
2) Disconnect interlock switch connector. Interlock switch
connector is located at clutch pedal. Depress and release interlock
switch. Using ohmmeter, check continuity between interlock switch
terminals. If continuity exists with interlock switch depressed and
does not exist with switch released, switch is okay. Adjust or replace
as necessary.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Removal (2WD Models)
1) Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove shift knob, dust
cover retaining plate, gaskets, stopper plate and control lever
assembly. Raise and support vehicle.
2) Remove front exhaust pipe. Drain transmission fluid. Index
mark drive shaft flange and remove drive shaft.
3) Disconnect back-up light switch connector, speedometer
cable connection and exhaust pipe mounting bracket. Remove lower
bellhousing cover. Disconnect clutch cable from clutch lever.
4) Support transmission with jack. Remove rear engine mount
nuts and bolts from transmission. Remove crossmember with rear engine
mount. Remove remaining bellhousing bolts, move transmission toward
rear and lower from vehicle.
5) If reusing pressure plate, index mark pressure plate to
flywheel for installation reference. Install a clutch alignment tool
to prevent pressure plate and clutch disc from dropping. Loosen
pressure plate bolts gradually in a crisscross pattern to avoid
warping pressure plate flange during removal. Remove pressure plate
and clutch disc. See Fig. 3.
Inspection
1) Check release bearing and release fork for damage or wear.
DO NOT clean release bearing assembly in solvent.
2) Inspect pressure plate surface for wear, cracks, and/or
discoloration. Measure diaphragm spring ends for wear and uneven
height. Replace assembly if height difference between fingers exceeds
.02" (.5 mm).
3) Check facing of clutch disc for loose rivets, uneven
contact, deterioration, seizure or oil saturation. Measure distance
from clutch disc surface to head of rivet. Replace clutch disc if
distance is less than .012" (.30 mm). Replace worn or defective
components as necessary. See Fig. 4.
CAUTION: Install clutch disc with manufacturer's stamp mark (located
near hub of clutch disc) toward pressure plate.
Installation
1) Using a clutch alignment tool, install pressure plate and
clutch disc. If reusing pressure plate, ensure index marks are
aligned. Tighten bolts evenly in a crisscross pattern to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . See Fig. 3.
2) Clean release bearing sliding surface. DO NOT clean

Removal & Installation
1) Drain master cylinder. Remove cotter pin, washer and
clevis pin. Disconnect push rod from clutch pedal. Remove and plug
hydraulic line at clutch master cylinder.
2) Remove retaining nuts, clutch master cylinder and gasket.
To install, reverse removal procedure. Apply grease to clevis pin
before installing. Fill reservoir and bleed clutch system. See
BLEEDING CLUTCH HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .
CLUTCH RELEASE CYLINDER
Removal & Installation
Remove and plug hydraulic line at release cylinder. Remove
cylinder-to-transmission bolts. Remove clutch release cylinder. To
install, reverse removal procedure. Apply grease to push rod-to-
release fork contact area. Bleed clutch system. See
BLEEDING CLUTCH HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .
BLEEDING CLUTCH HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Attach hose to bleeder fitting located on clutch release
cylinder, next to hydraulic line. Submerge other end of hose in
container half full of clean brake fluid. Fill reservoir with brake
fluid. Open bleeder fitting. Have assistant press clutch pedal to full
release position. Close bleeder fitting. Release clutch pedal. Repeat
until air bubbles no longer emerge from hose. Refill reservoir.
OVERHAUL
CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER
NOTE: DO NOT disassemble piston assembly.
Disassembly
Remove piston stop ring, damper and push rod assembly. See
Fig. 6 . Remove piston assembly. Note position of reservoir band for
reassembly reference. Remove reservoir.
Inspection & Reassembly
Inspect components for corrosion, scoring or damage. Replace
if necessary. Apply brake fluid to components during reassembly. On
Montero, adjust clutch master cylinder push rod to 5.90" (150 mm). On
Montero Sport, push rod adjustment is correct after adjusting clutch
pedal free play and pedal height. See CLUTCH PEDAL FREE PLAY and
CLUTCH PEDAL HEIGHT under ADJUSTMENTS. To reassemble, reverse
disassembly procedure. Ensure piston moves freely in bore.
Fig. 6: Exploded View Of Clutch Master Cylinder (Typical)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.

CLUTCH RELEASE CYLINDER
Disassembly
Remove valve plate and spring. See Fig. 7. Remove push rod
and boot. Cover piston assembly opening with a rag. Slowly apply air
pressure to hydraulic line opening to force piston from body.
Inspection & Reassembly
Inspect components for corrosion, scoring or damage. Replace
if necessary. Apply brake fluid to components during reassembly. To
reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure. Ensure piston moves freely
in bore.
Fig. 7: Exploded View Of Clutch Release Cylinder (Typical)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS








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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Clutch Pedal Position Switch Adjusting Nut Or Bolt ......... 10 (13)\
Bellhousing-To-Engine Mounting Bolt
Montero
10 x 40 mm ............................................. 26 (36)\
10 x 55 mm ............................................. 22 (31)\
12 x 40 mm ............................................. 54 (75)\
12 x 55 mm ............................................. 65 (90)\
Montero Sport
2WD .................................................... 19 (26)\
4WD .................................................... 55 (75)\
Clutch Master Cylinder Mounting Nut ........................ 10 (13)\

AXLE RATIO SPECIFICATIONS








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Application Ratio
Montero ..................................................... 4.27:1
Montero Sport .................................................. (1)
( 1) - On vehicles equipped with wide fender, ratio is 4.64:1. On
vehicles with narrow fender, ratio is 4.27:1.









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LUBRICATION
CAPACITY
DIFFERENTIAL FLUID CAPACITY








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Application Specification
Montero & Montero Sport ............................ 2.4 Pts. (1.1L)\









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FLUID TYPE
All models use fluid type SAE 80W-90/API GL-5.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
NOTE: See TROUBLE SHOOTING - BASIC PROCEDURES article in the
GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING section.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
AXLE SHAFTS R & I
Removal
1) Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheels and undercover.
Ensure hub is in free-wheeling position. Place transfer case in 2H
position. Remove drive hub cover, snap ring and shim from axle shaft.
See Fig. 3 . Remove brake calipers and support aside.
2) Disconnect tie rod assembly. Support lower control arm
with jack. Separate ball joints from knuckle. Remove knuckle and front
hub assembly. Using flat-blade pry bar, carefully remove left axle
shaft from differential carrier. DO NOT damage oil seal. On right axle
shaft, remove axle shaft-to-inner shaft flange retaining bolts. Remove
right axle shaft.
CAUTION: Replace circlips on BJ/DOJ splined shaft end.
Installation
1) Install right axle shaft on inner shaft flange. Install
new circlip on DOJ side of left axle shaft. Carefully install left
axle shaft into differential. DO NOT damage oil seal.
2) Reinstall knuckle with front hub assembly. To complete
installation, reverse removal procedure. Install shim and snap ring.
Check axle end play. See Fig. 4. End play should be .016-.028" (.4-.7
mm). If end play is not within specification, install correct shim.

CLUTCH LINKAGES (MECHANICAL)
See LINKAGES (EXTERNAL) .
CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDERS
CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER INSPECTION








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Condition Code Procedure
Cover gasket distorted .. A .... Require replacement of cover
gasket.
Cover gasket gummy ...... A .... Require replacement of cover
gasket.
Cylinder leaking fluid
from rear of bore ...... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Cylinder leaking fluid
internally ............. A ............ Require replacement.
Dust boot missing ....... C ..... Require replacement of dust
boot.
Dust boot punctured ..... A ..... Require replacement of dust
boot.
Dust boot torn .......... A ..... Require replacement of dust
boot.
Fluid level incorrect ... B . Require fluid level adjustment.
Housing damaged, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Master cylinder has
residue in reservoir
(make parallel w/brakes
when they are done) .... 2 .......... ( 1) Further inspection
required.
Threads damaged ......... A ...... Require repair replacement
Threads stripped (threads
missing) ............... A ............ Require replacement.
( 1) - DO NOT replace master cylinder unless it exhibits
conditions listed for replacement. You may suggest fluid
change according to OEM service intervals.









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CLUTCH PEDAL INSPECTION








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Condition Code Procedure
Bent, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Broken .................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Pedal pad missing ....... C .......... Require replacement of
pedal pad.
Pivot bushings worn,
affecting performance .. A .... Require replacement of pivot
bushings.









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CLUTCH PIVOTS
CLUTCH PIVOT INSPECTION








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Outside Air Temperature Sensor Below left headlamp.
Park/Neutral Position Sensor On left side of transmission.
Throttle Position Sensor On throttle body.
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) On transmission tailshaft.
Volume Airflow Sensor In air cleaner duct (includes
intake air temperature sensor
& barometric pressure sensor).









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ABS Hydraulic Unit (w/Built-In
Solenoid Valve) In right rear corner of engine
compartment.
Cruise Control Actuator (w/Built-In
Control Valve & Release Valve)
(Calif.) In right rear of engine
compartment.
Cruise Control Actuator (w/Built-In
Control Valve & Release Valve)
(Federal) In left rear of engine
compartment.
EGR Solenoid In right rear of engine
compartment.
ELC 4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Control Solenoid Inside transmission.
Evaporative Emission Purge Solenoid On front of engine.
Evaporative Emission Ventilation
Solenoid In left rear of engine
compartment.
Solenoid Valves "A" & "B" In right side of engine
compartment.









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A/T Fluid Temperature Switch On left side of transmission.
Brake Fluid Level Switch In brake master cylinder
reservoir.
Center Differential Lock Detection
Switch On transfer case.

98V220000: FRONT BRAKE LINE INSPECTION
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN
Model(s): 1997-98 Mitsubishi Montero
Campaign No: 98V220000
Number of Affected Vehicles: 61800
Beginning Date of Manufacture: 1996 JUN
Ending Date of Manufacture: 1998 MAY
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:
Sport utility vehicles.
DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT:
The front brake lines can develop pin holes due to chaffing against
the edge of the pass-through hole in the inner fender.
CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT:
Brake fluid can leak resulting in deteriorated braking performance and
illumination of the brake indicator lamp.
CORRECTIVE ACTION:
Dealers will inspect the front brake lines for signs of wear and
routing. If the lines are not correctly centered in the pass-through
hole, the lines will be repositioned by bending slightly to correct.
If there is evidence of brake line wear, the brake line will be
replaced.
OWNER NOTIFICATION:
Owner notification is expected to begin October 19, 1998. Owners who
take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service
date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time
should contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. Also contact the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline
at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday
through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more
information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing
impaired, call (800) 424-9153.

WIRING DIAGRAM COMPONENT LOCATIONS
When trying to locate a component in a wiring diagram and you
don't know the specific system where it is located, use this handy
component locator to find the system wiring diagram in which the
component is located. Then, go to that system and locate the component
within the wiring diagram.
For example, if you don't know the specific system in which
the ignition switch is located, look up ignition switch in the wiring
diagram component location tables and go to the appropriate wiring
diagram(s) which contain either full or partial views of the ignition
switch. The full view of the ignition switch is located in Power
Distribution.
The first listing for the component will be the full or most
complete view of the component. Additional listings will be partial
views of the component. Not all components are used on all models.
All components will have a partial view in Ground
Distribution and Power Distribution. Data Link Connectors show
connecting circuits between modules. Alternate names for components
may be listed in wiring diagram component locations tables.
WIRING DIAGRAM COMPONENT LOCATIONS TABLE









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Component Wiring Diagram
ABS Electronic Control Unit ....................... Anti-Lock Brakes
Data Link Connectors
ABS Hydraulic Unit ................................ Anti-Lock Brakes
Acceleration Sensor ............................... Anti-Lock Brakes
Accessory Delay Relay ................................ Power Windows
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay ..................... Engine Performance
A/C Sensor ...................................... Engine Performance
A/C Pressure Switch ............................. Engine Performance
Adaptive Lamp Control Module ....................... Exterior Lights
Air Bag(s) ................................ Air Bag Restraint System\
Air Bag Module ............................ Air Bag Restraint System
Air Bag Sensor(s) ......................... Air Bag Restraint System\
Air Injection Pump Relay ........................ Engine Performance
Air Temperature Sensor ............................ Overhead Console
Alternator (Generator) ..................... Generators & Regulators\
Anti-Theft Control Module ........................ Anti-Theft System
Starters
Autolamp Control Relay ........................... Headlight Systems
Daytime Running Lights
Automatic Shutdown (ASD) Relay .................. Engine Performance\
Generators & Regulators
Autostick Switch ................................ Engine Performance
Auxiliary Battery Relay .................... Generators & Regulators
Back-Up Lights ...................................... Back-Up Lights
Exterior Lights
Barometric (BARO) Pressure Sensor ............... Engine Performance\
Battery ......................................... Power Distribution
Battery Temperature Sensor ...................... Engine Performance
Body Control Module .......................... Body Control Computer
Anti-Theft System
Daytime Running Lights
Engine Performance
Headlight Systems
Warning Systems
Boost Control Solenoid .......................... Engine Performance
Boost Sensor .................................... Engine Performance
Brake Fluid Level Switch .................. Analog Instrument Panels