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Fig. 302: Identifying Snap Ring Tapered Part
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>> C << SELF-LOCKING NUT INSTALLATION Using a special tool, as when removing the nut, secure the armature and tighten the
self-locking nut. >> D << AIR GAP ADJUSTMENT Apply voltage from the battery to the air conditioning compressor clutch and check
that the clutch air gap is inside the standard value. If outside the standard value, use
a shim to adjust the gap. Standard value:
0.3 - 0.5 mm (0.012 - 0.020 inch)
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To disconnect the suction hose from the suction flexible hose, lift the lug on the
suction pipe and twist the suction flexible hose union counterclockwise.
Plug the hose nipple to prevent entry of dust and dirt. Fig. 311: Disconnecting Suction Pipe
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INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT >> A << SUCTION HOSE INSTALLATION When replacing the suction hose, refill them with a specified amount of compressor
oil, and then install them.
moisture absorbent, use a non-porous material to
plug the hose and nipples.
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Required Special Tool
:
MB991958: Scan Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)
MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.) MB991827: MUT-III USB Cable MB991910: MUT-III Main Harness A (Vehicles with CAN
communication system)
1. Ensure that the ignition switch is at the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
2. Start up the personal computer.
3. Connect special tool MB991827 to special tool MB991824 and the personal
computer.
4. Connect special tool MB991910 to special tool MB991824
5. Connect s
pecial tool MB991910 to the data link connector.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always
turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position
before connecting or disconnecting scan tool
MB991958.
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6. Turn the power switch of special tool MB991824 to the "ON" position.
7. Start the MUT-III system on the personal computer. HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES Required Special Tool:
MB991958: Scan Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)
MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.) MB991827: MUT-III USB Cable MB991910: MUT-III Main Harness A (Vehicles with CAN
communication system)
1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Select "Interactive Diagnosis" from the start-up screen.
4. Select "S
ystem Select."
NOTE: When the special tool MB991824 is energized, the
special tool MB991824 indicator light will be illuminated
in a green color.
NOTE: Disconnecting the scan tool is the reverse of the
connecting sequence, making sure that the ignition switch
is at the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always
turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position
before connecting or disconnecting scan tool
MB991958.
NOTE: If the battery voltage is low, diagnostic trouble codes will
not be set. Check the battery if scan tool MB991958 does
not display.
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Fig. 3: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
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HOW TO READ DATA LIST Required Special Tool:
MB991958: Scan Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)
MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.) MB991827: MUT-III USB Cable MB991910: MUT-III Main Harness A (Vehicles with CAN
communication system)
1. Connect the scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Select "Interactive Diagnosis" from the start-up screen.
4. Select "System Select."
5. Choose "Air Conditioner" from the "BODY" tab.
6. Select "MITSUBISHI."
7. Select "Data List."
8. Choose an a
ppropriate item and select the "OK" but
ton.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always
turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position
before connecting or disconnecting scan tool
MB991958.
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HOW TO PERFORM ACTUATOR TEST Required Special Tool:
MB991958: Scan Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)
MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.) MB991827: MUT-III USB Cable MB991910: MUT-III Main Harness A (Vehicles with CAN
communication system)
1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Select "Interactive Diagnosis" from the start-up screen.
4. Select "System Select."
5. Choose "Air Conditioner" from the "BODY" tab.
6. Select "MITSUBISHI."
7. Choose "Actuator Test" from "AUTO A/C" screen.
8. Choose an appropriate item and select the "OK" but
ton.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always
turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position
before connecting or disconnecting scan tool
MB991958.
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Q: Is the check result satisfactory?
YES:
Go to Step 2.
NO:
Repair the CAN bus lines (Refer to
CAN COMMUNICATION
SIGNAL TABLE
). Then go to Step 7 .
STEP 2. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.
Recheck if the DTC is set.
1. Erase the DTC.
2. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
3. Check if the DTC is set.
Q: Is the check result satisfactory?
YES:
It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING/INSPECTION SERVICE POINTS
.
NO:
Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Using scan tool MB991958, check data list item 01: interior
temperature sensor.
1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
2. Start the engine.
3. Check the data list.
Item 01: Interior temperature sensor.
Check that the ambient tem
perature matches the dis
played value on
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958,
always turn the ignition switch to the
"LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or
disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
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the scan tool.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
NOTE: When this DTC is set and the system is fail-safe
status, the value of service data displays 20 °C.
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