1999 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION VI wheel torque

11-1
ENGINE
CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIFICATIONS 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Specifications 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Torque Specifications 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Tightening Method by Use of Bolts
to Be Tightened in Plastic Area 9. . . . . . . . . . . .
Sealants 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Form-In-Place Gasket 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOLS 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ALTERNATOR AND IGNITION SYSTEM 14.
TIMING BELT 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FUEL AND EMISSION CONTROL PARTS 27
SECONDARY AIR SYSTEM AND INTAKE
MANIFOLD 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EXHAUST MANIFOLD 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WATER PUMP AND WATER HOSE 34. . . . .
ROCKER ARMS AND CAMSHAFT 37. . . . . .
CYLINDER HEAD AND VALVES 43. . . . . . . .
FRONT CASE, COUNTERBALANCE
SHAFT AND OIL PAN 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD 59. . . . . .
CRANKSHAFT AND FLYWHEEL 67. . . . . . . .
THROTTLE BODY 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TURBOCHARGER 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ALTERNATOR 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTER MOTOR 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ENGINE – Crankshaft and Flywheel11-71
ESEALANT APPLICATION TO OIL SEAL CASE
Specified sealant:
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
NOTE
(1) Be sure to install the case quickly while the sealant is
wet (within 15 minutes).
(2) After installation, keep the sealed area away from the
oil and coolant for approx. one hour.
INSPECTION
CRANKSHAFT OIL CLEARANCE (PLASTIGAGE
METHOD)
(1) Remove oil from the crankshaft journal and the crankshaft
bearing.
(2) Install the crankshaft.
(3) Cut the Plastigage to the same length as the width of
the bearing and place it on the journal in parallel with
its axis.
(4) Install the crankshaft bearing cap carefully and tighten
the bolts to the specified torque.
(5) Carefully remove the crankshaft bearing cap.
(6) Measure the width of the Plastigage at its widest part
by using a scale printed on the Plastigage package.
Standard value: 0.02 – 0.04 mm
Limit: 0.1 mm
CYLINDER BLOCK
(1) Visually check for scratches, rust, and corrosion.
Use also a flaw detecting agent for the check. If defects
are evident, correct, or replace.
(2) Using a straightedge and feeler gauge, check the block
top surface for warpage. Make sure that the surface is
free from gasket chips and other foreign matter.
Standard value: 0.05 mm
Limit: 0.1 mm
(3) If the distortion is excessive, correct within the allowable
limit or replace.
Grinding limit: 0.2 mm
Includes/combined with cylinder head grinding
Cylinder block height (when new): 284 mm
(4) Check cylinder walls for scratches and seizure. If defects
are evident, correct (bored to oversize) or replace.
Plastigage
Plastigage

ENGINE – Turbocharger11-77
CSNAP RING INSTALLATION
Lay the assembly with the compressor cover facing down
and fit the snap ring.
Caution
Fit the snap ring with its chamfered side facing up.
DTURBINE HOUSING INSTALLATION
Install the turbine housing in relation to the dowel pin.
Caution
Use care not to damage the blades of turbine wheel.
ECOUPLING INSTALLATION
Install the coupling and tighten to the specified torque.
FWASTE GATE ACTUATOR OPERATION CHECK
Using a tester, apply a pressure of approx. 100.0 kPa to
the actuator and make sure that the rod moves.
Caution
Do not apply a pressure of more than 113.3 kPa to the
actuator. Otherwise, diaphragm may be damaged. Never
attempt to adjust the waste gate valve.
INSPECTION
TURBINE HOUSING
(1) Check the housing for traces of contact with the turbine
wheel, cracks due to overheating, pitching, deformation
and other damage. Replace with a new turbine housing
if cracked.
(2) Operate the waste gate valve lever manually to check
that the gate can be operated and closed smoothly.
Compressor
cover
Turbine wheel
assembly
Chamfered
edge
Snap ring
Dowel pin
Dowel pin hole
Coupling
Traces of contact

REAR AXLE – General / Service Specifications / Lubricant27-2
GENERAL
OUTLINE OF CHANGE

The descriptions of the service procedures for the AYC system including the troubleshooting using
an MUT-II tester has been incorporated.
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS

ItemsStandard valueLimit
Rear axle total backlash mm–5
Pressure generated by hydraulic unit MPa0 – 1.6–
Wheel bearing axial play mm–0.05
Wheel bearing rotation starting torque Nm–1.0 or less
LUBRICANT

ItemsSpecified lubricantCapacity
Gear oilTorque
transfer
differential
DifferentialHypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 or higher
SAE viscosity No. 90, 80W0.41 ± 0.02

differentialTorque transfer
mechanismMITSUBISHI GENUINE DIA QUEEN AYC FLUID0.700
0.05

Hydraulic piping fluidDia Queen ATF SPII or equivalent1

Torque transfer mechanism oil seal lipsVaselineAs required

REAR AXLE – Troubleshooting 27-27
ACTUATOR TEST REFERENCE TABLE
The following items can be tested by driving the corresponding actuator forcibly using the MUT-II.
Item No.Check itemChecking requirementsNormal value
10Air bleedingSupply current to proportioning
valve in accordance with steering
angle to operate directional valve.No air is to be bled from the
bleeder plug on the torque transfer
differential.
11Oil level checkLet the directional valve operate to
left and right 20 times.To be checked by oil level in
reservoir tank.
12Electric pump operationLet the electric pump operate for 5
seconds.Operation sounds of the electric
pump are to be heard.
13Clutch operation (left)Let the directional valve operate to
supply the maximum pressure to the
left clutch.The operation conditions are to be
checked by the speed difference
between left and right rear wheels
with the wheels raised. For details,
refer to AYC Operation Check on
P.27-34.
14Clutch operation (right)Let the directional valve operate to
supply the maximum pressure to the
right clutch.The operation conditions are to be
checked by the speed difference
between left and right rear wheels
with the wheels raised. For details,
refer to AYC Operation Check on
P.27-34.
15Control OFFTurn off the electric pump relay to
deactivate AYC control.During the test run, some
differences are to be recognized in
running behaviors between when
the system is ON and when it is
OFF.
NOTE
(1) The actuator test is feasible only when the following requirements are all satisfied.

All of inputs from four wheel speed sensors show 20 km/h or lower.

No system failure is registered.

The steering angle is within ±30 deg. from the neutral position.
(2) The actuator test comes to an end when either of the following conditions is met since the forced
actuation is canceled.

Either of inputs from four wheel sensors shows higher than 20 km/h (with exception of Item
No.15 “Control OFF”).

Some trouble with the system is registered.

Forced activation time expires.

MUT-II is removed.

The clear key of MUT-II is operated.

REAR AXLE – On-vehicle Service REAR AXLE – On-vehicle Service 27-34
BLEEDING
1. Lift up the vehicle.
2. Connect the MUT-II to the 16-pin diagnosis connector.
Caution
Before connecting or disconnecting the MUT-II,
always turn off the ignition switch.
3. Turn on the ignition switch.
4. Operate the MUT-II (Item No.10) to activate the hydraulic
unit forcibly.
NOTE
(1) The forced activation (air bleeding mode) will be
automatically canceled after 5 minutes operation. It
can also be canceled forcibly by operating the clear
key on the MUT-II.
(2) While this function is being disabled by the fail-safe
function, the forced activation of the hydraulic unit
can not be executed.
5. Remove the cap of the left bleeder screw on the torque
transfer differential and connect a vinyl hose.
6. Gradually turn the steering wheel clockwise from the
straight-ahead position. At this time, loosen the left bleeder
screw and check that fluid is discharged with air.
7. After air has been completely discharged, tighten the
bleeder screw.
Caution
While the system is being bled of air, add fluid as
necessary to ensure that it is left in the oil reservoir
during the entire procedure.
8. Repeat steps (6) and (7) two to three times until no air
bubbles are recognized in the fluid that comes out. Then,
tighten the bleeder screw to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 9 Nm
9. Perform steps (5) through (8) for the right bleeder screw.
Note, however, that the steering wheel should be turned
counterclockwise.
10. After the system has been completely bled of air, check
for the fluid level. (Refer to P.27-33.)
Caution
If the system is not completely bled of air, the hydraulic
unit could generate noise, degrading pump durability.
AYC OPERATION CHECK
1. Lift up the vehicle.
2. Connect the MUT-II to the 16-pin diagnosis connector.
Caution
Before connecting or disconnecting the MUT-II, always
turn off the ignition switch.
3. Start the engine.
4. Operate the MUT-II with the transmission in 2nd or a
higher gear and check to ensure that the vehicle speed
is higher than 10 km/h using the Data List (Item 10).
Bleeder
screws Vinyl hose

REAR AXLE – On-vehicle Service 27-35
NOTE
(1) Hold the steering wheel in the neutral position.
(2) If the steering wheel is turned, it may happen that
the AYC system continues to operate (operation
sounds are heard from the torque transfer differential).
However, it does not mean a system failure. If such
a case is encountered, perform the following
operations with the steering wheel in the neutral
position to cancel the AYC function.

Disengage the clutch.

Set the transmission to neutral.

Stop the engine.
5. Operate the MUT-II (Item Nos.13 and 14) to activate
the torque transfer differential.
NOTE
(1) The forced activation (clutch operation mode) will be
automatically canceled after 1 minute operation.
It can also be canceled forcibly by operating the clear
key on the MUT-II.
(2) While this function is being disabled by the fail-safe
function, the forced activation of the torque transfer
differential can not be executed.
6. Operate the MUT-II to confirm that the several speeds
of the wheels are as shown below, using the Data List
(Item Nos.07 and 08).

The speed of left rear wheel is more than 2 km/h
higher than that of right rear wheel.

The speed of right rear wheel is more than 2 km/h
higher than that of left rear wheel.
NOTE
If the above requirements are not satisfied, the system
is probably failed. Check the hydraulic pressure.
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE CHECK
1. Lift up the vehicle.
2. Connect the MUT-II to the 16-pin diagnosis connector.
Caution
Before connecting or disconnecting the MUT-II,
always turn off the ignition switch.
3. Turn on the ignition switch.
4. Disconnect the joint between the hydraulic unit and the
hydraulic unit hose assembly. Connect the special tool
to the L port. To the R port, attach a blind plug or connect
the L port of the removed hydraulic unit hose assembly.
5. Operate the MUT-II (Item No.13) to activate the hydraulic
unit.
NOTE
(1) The forced activation (clutch left side operation check
mode) will be automatically canceled after 1 minute
operation.
It can also be canceled forcibly by operating the clear
key on the MUT-II.
MB991705
MD998330

REAR AXLE – On-vehicle Service 27-36
(2) While this function is being disabled by the fail-safe
function, the forced activation of the hydraulic unit
can not be executed.
6. Check to ensure that the hydraulic pressure generated
by the hydraulic unit conforms to the standard value.
Standard value: 1.0 – 1.6 MPa
NOTE
During checking the hydraulic pressure, occasionally
replenish the oil reservoir with fluid so that it does not
become empty.
7. Check the hydraulic pressure of the clutch right side by
repeating the steps (4) through (6). At this time, however,
the special tool must be connected to the R port and
the blind plug or the R port of the removed hydraulic
unit hose assembly must be attached to the L port. Further,
the MUT-II must be operated in the forced activation mode
Item No. 14 (clutch right side operation check mode).
8. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace
the hydraulic unit.
9. Connect the hydraulic unit hose assembly to the hydraulic
unit and to the torque transfer differential and tighten
the flare nuts to the specified torque.
Specified torque: 34 Nm
10. Pour the specified fluid in the oil reservoir up to the MAX
mark. Then, bleed the system.
Specified fluid: Dia Queen ATF SP II or equivalent
Fluid amount used: Approx. 1

DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER OIL SEAL
REPLACEMENT
DIFFERENTIAL
1. Remove the drive shaft.
2. Remove the oil seal from the differential carrier.
3. Using the special tool, drive a new oil seal all the way
into position.
4. Coat the oil seal lips and the drive shaft surface in contact
with the oil seal with multi-purpose grease.
5. Replace the drive shaft circlip with a new one and mount
the drive shaft to the differential carrier.
6. Check for correct wheel alignment.
TORQUE TRANSFER MECHANISM
1. Remove the drive shaft.
2. Remove the oil seal from the differential carrier.
3. Using the special tool, drive a new oil seal all the way
into position.
4. Coat the oil seal lips and the drive shaft surface in contact
with the oil seal with the specified grease.
Specified grease: Vaseline
5. Replace the drive shaft circlip with a new one and mount
the drive shaft to the differential carrier.
6. Check for correct wheel alignment.
MB990938
MB991115
MD998829
MD998812
MD998813