1998 MITSUBISHI MONTERO head

If continuity is not as specified, replace steering column combination
switch.
STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH CONTINUITY CHECK TABLE (DIAMANTE)









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Switch Check Continuity
& Position Between Terminals No.
Lights Switch (1)
Foglight ON ...................................... 3 & 7
Headlight ON .................................. 2, 5 & 8
Taillight ON ..................................... 5 & 8
Dimmer Switch ( 2)
Low Beam ......................................... 3 & 4
High Beam ........................................ 4 & 6
Passing
Low Beam ............................. 1, 2 & 6; 3 & 4
High Beam ............................ 1, 2 & 6; 4 & 6
Turn Signal Switch ( 3)
Left Turn ........................................ 5 & 8
Right Turn ....................................... 7 & 8
( 1) - Check at connector "A". See Fig. 2.
( 2) - Check at connector "B". See Fig. 2.
( 3) - Check at connector "C". See Fig. 2.









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Fig. 1: Exploded View Of Steering Column (Diamante)
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between specified terminals. See Fig. 12. If continuity is not as
specified, replace key reminder switch.
Lighting & Turn Signal Switch Tests
Disconnect steering column combination switch connector.
Check continuity between specified terminals. See
STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH CONTINUITY CHECK TABLE (GALANT) .
See Figs. 11 and 13. If continuity is not as specified, replace
steering column combination switch.
STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH CONTINUITY CHECK TABLE (GALANT)









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Switch Check Continuity
& Position Between Terminals No.
Lights Switch
Headlight ON .............. ( 1) 1 & ( 2) 6; ( 2) 5 & ( 2) 7
Taillight ON ( 2) ................................. 5 & 7
Dimmer Switch ( 1)
Low Beam ......................................... 4 & 6
High Beam ........................................ 3 & 4
Passing
Low Beam ............................. 1, 2 & 6; 3 & 4
High Beam ............................ 1, 2 & 6; 4 & 6
Turn Signal Switch ( 2)
Left Turn ........................................ 3 & 8
Right Turn ....................................... 8 & 9
( 1) - Check at connector "A". See Fig. 13.
( 2) - Check at connector "B". See Fig. 13.









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Fig. 13: Identifying Lighting & Turn Signal Switches (Galant)
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Wiper/Washer Switch Tests
Disconnect steering column combination switch connector.

Check continuity between specified terminals. See Figs. 19 and 21. If
continuity is not as specified, replace steering column combination
switch.
Fig. 21: Testing Lighting & Turn Signal Switches (Montero)
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Headlight Washer Switch Test
Disconnect steering column combination switch connector.

Check continuity between specified terminals. See Figs. 19 and 22. If
continuity is not as specified, replace steering column combination
switch.
Fig. 22: Testing Headlight Washer Switch (Montero)
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Rear Wiper Switch Test
Disconnect steering column combination switch connector.

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.

IGNITION SWITCH
Removal & Installation
1) Remove upper and lower steering column covers. Disconnect
harness connector from ignition switch. Using hacksaw, cut slots in
bolt heads of lock assembly. Using screwdriver, remove bolts and lock
assembly.
2) To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten new bolts
until heads of bolts sheer off.
STEERING COLUMN
WARNING: Failure to follow air bag service precautions may result in
air bag deployment and personal injury. See AIR BAG SERVICE
PRECAUTIONS. Follow all service precautions before
attempting repairs. After component replacement, perform a
system operational check to ensure proper system operation.
CAUTION: Applying excessive pressure or causing impact to steering
shaft during service may cause column to collapse. Before
removing steering column, ensure wheels are in
straight-ahead position. Note steering wheel location for
installation reference.
Removal
1) Remove steering wheel. Remove combination switch and
ignition switch (if necessary). See STEERING WHEEL under
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION .
2) Remove lower instrument panel cover and air duct.
Disconnect all electrical connections. Disconnect brake pedal return
spring (if equipped). Disconnect gearshift control cable.
3) Remove bolts for dust cover at firewall. Remove bolt from
clamp at steering gear. Remove steering column bolts and remove
steering column.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure. Apply sealant (3M ATD
8663) to dust cover bolts before installing. Tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
OVERHAUL
STEERING COLUMN
WARNING: Failure to follow air bag service precautions may result in
air bag deployment and personal injury. See AIR BAG SERVICE
PRECAUTIONS. Follow all service precautions before
attempting repairs. After component replacement, perform a
system operational check to ensure proper system operation.
NOTE: Vehicle steering column is not repairable. See below for
joint assembly and steering lock removal and installation.
Disassembly
Remove steering column from vehicle. See STEERING COLUMN
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION . Remove clamp bolt from joint assembly.
See Fig. 1 . Remove assembly. Remove lower boot, upper boot and dust
cover from joint assembly. To remove steering lock, use a hacksaw to
cut bolts at steering lock bracket side. Remove steering lock and
bracket.

lock with column boss. Ensure steering lock is operational. Tighten
bolt until bolt head breaks off.
3) Assemble upper steering column with lower joint assembly.
Ensure mating mark on lower steering shaft aligns with yoke groove in
upper steering shaft. See Fig. 2. Apply thread sealant to bolts and
nuts of lower steering column.
Fig. 2: Aligning Mating Mark
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS








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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Column Bracket Bolts
Montero ................................................. 16 (22)\
Montero Sport ............................................... ( 1)
Lower Steering Shaft Clamp Bolt
Montero ........................................... 22-25 (30-34)\
Montero Sport ........................................... 14 (19)\
Steering Wheel Nut ......................................... 29 (40)\
Upper Steering Shaft Clamp Bolt ............................ 13 (18)\
Dust Cover Bolt
Montero ................................................... 3 (4)\
Montero Sport ............................................... ( 1)
Air Bag Bolts ................................................ 7 (9)\
Steering Column Tube Clamp ................................... 4 (5)\
( 1) - Tighten bolts to 106 INCH lbs. (12 N.m).
( 2) - Tighten bolts to 43 INCH lbs. (4.9 N.m).









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3) Turn steering wheel lock-to-lock. Fluid level should not
change more than .2" (5 mm). If pump is noisy, fluid rises after
engine is turned off, or fluid level changes more than specified,
repeat bleeding procedure.
ADJUSTMENTS
BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS
BELT ADJUSTMENT








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Application ( 1) Deflection: In. (mm)
Montero
New Belt ......................................... .42-.54 (11-14)\
Used Belt ........................................ .58-.66 (15-17)\
Montero Sport
2.4L
New Belt ......................................... .16-.24 (4-6)\
Used Belt ........................................ .24-.28 (6-7)\
3.0L
New Belt ....................................... .44-.52 (11-13)\
Used Belt ...................................... .56-.64 (14-16)\
( 1) - With 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied midway on longest belt
run.









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STEERING WHEEL PLAY
Raise and support vehicle. Start engine and let idle. With
steering wheel in center position, ensure free play is 1.1" (27 mm) or\
less. If measured value exceeds specification, check steering gear
backlash and linkage ball joint end play. See STEERING GEAR BACKLASH
and LINKAGE BALL JOINT END PLAY.
STEERING GEAR BACKLASH
1) Set steering wheel in straight-ahead position. Raise and
support vehicle. Disconnect relay rod from pitman arm. Using a dial
indicator, measure steering gear backlash at top end of pitman arm.
2) Steering gear backlash should not exceed .02" (.5 mm). If\
measured value exceeds limit, turn steering gearbox adjusting bolt
until steering wheel free play is within specification. See Fig. 1.
Fig. 1: Measuring Steering Gear Backlash
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TESTING