2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER Workshop Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE COOLING14-19
STEP 6. Check the cooling fan motor drive
control unit.
(1) Disconnect engine-ECU connector C-123
or engine-A/T-ECU connector C-122 .
(2) Pull out connector terminal pin 21 or 18
to disconnect connector.
(3) Reconnect the connector with connector terminal
pin still removed.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.(5) Check for the cooling fan operation.
•The cooling fan rotates. (with connector
terminal pin 21 or 18
disconnected)
•The cooling fan stops. (When connector
terminal pin 21 or 18 is
connected to the body earth.)
(6) Turn the ignition switch to the "OFF" position.
(7) Disconnect engine-ECU connector C-123
or engine-A/T-ECU connector C-122 , and
push in connector terminal pin 21 or 18
to disconnect connector.
(8) Reconnect the connector with connector terminal
pin still installed.
Q: Does the cooling fan rotate? And when the
connector terminal pin is connected to the body
earth, does the cooling fan stop?
YES :
Go to Step 7 .
NO : Replace the cooling fan motor drive control
unit (Refer to P.14-35). Then go to Step 8 .
STEP 7. MUT-II/III self-diag code
Check if an MPI system self-diag code is set. (Refer
to GROUP 13A - Trouble shooting P.13A-9) <4G1>
or (Refer to GROUP 13B - Trouble shooting
P.13B-9) <4G6>.
Q: Diagnosis code set?
YES :
Inspection chart for diagnosis code (Refer
to GROUP 13A - Trouble shooting
P.13A-15) <4G1> or Inspection chart for
diagnosis code (Refer to GROUP 13B -
Trouble shooting P.13B-15) <4G6>.
NO : Replace the engine-ECU or
engine-A/T-ECU (Refer to GROUP
13A P.13A-401). Then go to Step 8 .
STEP 8. Check the symptoms.
Q: Does the cooling fan motor (L.H.) and the cooling
fan motor (R.H.) <4G1 (Vehicles with A/C)> or A/C
condenser fan motor <4G6> operate correctly?
YES :
This symptoms is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1 .
AC303555AB
Connector: C-123 , C-122
C-123
or
C-122
C-123
Engine-ECU or
engine-A/T-ECU
C-122
AC303559
C-122 connector
(Harness side connector: ECU side view)
AB
C-123 connector
(Harness side connector: ECU side view)

TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE COOLING14-20
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3: Cooling Fan (L.H.) does not Operate {When Cooling Fan (R.H.) <4G1> or
A/C Condenser Fan <4G6> Operate}
COOLING FAN (L.H.) AND COOLING FAN
(R.H.) OR A/C CONDENSER FAN DRIVE
CIRCUIT
Refer to P.14-6.
CIRCUIT OPERATION
Refer to P.14-6.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
The cause could be a malfunction of the cooling fan
motor (L.H.) or cooling fan motor drive control unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
•Malfunction of cooling fan motor (L.H.)
•Malfunction of cooling fan motor drive control unit
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the cooling fan motor (L.H.).
Refer to P.14-25.
Q: Is the cooling fan motor (L.H.) in good condition?
YES :
Go to Step 2 .
NO : Replace the cooling fan motor (L.H.) (Refer
to P.14-35). Then go to Step 3 .
STEP 2. Check the cooling fan motor drive
control unit.
Refer to P.14-23.
Q: Is the cooling fan motor drive control unit in good
condition?
YES :
Go to Step 3 .
NO : Replace the cooling fan motor drive control
unit (Refer to P.14-35). Then go to Step 3 .
STEP 3. Check the symptoms.
Q: Do the cooling fan (L.H.) operate (when the cooling
fan (R.H.) <4G1> or A/C condenser fan <4G6>
operate)?
YES :
This symptoms is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1 .

TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE COOLING14-21
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 4: Cooling Fan (R.H.) <4G1> or A/C Condenser Fan <4G6> does not
Operate {When Cooling Fan (L.H.) Operate}
COOLING FAN (L.H.) AND COOLING FAN
(R.H.) OR A/C CONDENSER FAN DRIVE
CIRCUIT
Refer to P.14-6.
CIRCUIT OPERATION
Refer to P.14-6.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
The cause could be a malfunction of the cooling fan
motor (R.H.) <4G1> or A/C condenser fan motor
<4G6> or cooling fan motor drive control unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
•Malfunction of cooling fan motor (R.H.) <4G1> or
A/C condenser fan motor <4G6>
•Malfunction of cooling fan motor drive control unit
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the cooling fan motor (R.H.)
<4G1> or A/C condenser fan motor <4G6>.
Cooling fan motor (R.H.) check. (Refer to P.14-25)
<4G1>.
A/C condenser fan motor check. (Refer to GROUP
55 P.55-97) <4G6>.
Q: Is the cooling fan motor (R.H.) <4G1> or A/C
condenser fan motor <4G6> in good condition?
YES :
Go to Step 2 .
NO : Replace the cooling fan motor (R.H.) (Refer
to P.14-35) <4G1> or A/C condenser fan
motor (Refer to GROUP 55 P.55-96)
<4G6>. Then go to Step 3 .
STEP 2. Check the cooling fan motor drive
control unit.
Refer to P.14-23.
Q: Is the cooling fan motor drive control unit in good
condition?
YES :
Go to Step 3 .
NO : Replace the cooling fan motor drive control
unit (Refer to P.14-35). Then go to Step 3 .
STEP 3. Check the symptoms.
Q: Do the cooling fan (R.H.) <4G1> or A/C condenser
fan <4G6> operate (when the cooling fan (L.H.)
operate)?
YES :
This symptoms is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1 .

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
ENGINE COOLING14-22
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
ENGINE COOLANT LEAK CHECKM1141001000300
WARNING
When pressure testing the cooling system,
slowly release cooling system pressure to
avoid getting burned by hot coolant.
CAUTION
•Be sure to completely clean away any
moisture from the places checked.
•When the tester is taken out, be careful not to
spill any coolant.
•Be careful when installing and removing the
tester and when testing not to deform the
filler neck of the radiator.
1. Check that the coolant level is up to the filler neck.
Install a radiator tester and apply 160 kPa
pressure, and then check for leakage from the
radiator hose or connections.
2. If there is leakage, repair or replace the
appropriate part.
RADIATOR CAP VALVE OPENING
PRESSURE CHECK
M1141001300389
NOTE: Be sure that the cap is clean before
testing. Rust or other foreign material on the cap
seal will cause an improper reading.
1. Use a cap adapter to attach the cap to the tester.2. Increase the pressure until the indicator of the
gauge stops moving.
Minimum limit: 83 kPa
Standard value: 93 − 123 kPa
3. Replace the radiator cap if the reading does not
remain at or above the limit.
ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENTM1141001200434
WARNING
When removing the radiator cap, use care to
avoid contact with hot coolant or steam.
Place a shop towel over the cap and turn the
cap counterclockwise a little to let the
pressure escape through the vinyl tube.
After relieving the steam pressure, remove
the cap by slowly turning it
counterclockwise.
1. Drain the water from the radiator, heater core and
engine after unplugging the radiator drain plug
and removing the radiator cap.
2. Drain the water in the water jacket by unplugging
the drain plug of the cylinder block.
3. Remove the radiator condenser tank and drain
the coolant.
4. Drain the coolant then clean the path of the
coolant by injecting water into the radiator from
the radiator cap area.
ACX01844
Cap adapter
Adapter
AC
AC211643AB
Cap adapter
AC208283AC
Cylinder block
drain plug
<4G1>
Inlet side
AC303355
<4G6>
Inlet side
Cylinder block
drain plug
AB

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
ENGINE COOLING14-23
5. Apply the designated sealant to the screw area of
the cylinder block drain plug, and then tighten to
the standard torque.
Specified sealant: 3M Nut Locking Part
No.4171 or equivalent
Tightening torque:
40 ± 5 N⋅m <4G1>
44 ± 5 N⋅m <4G6>
6. Securely tighten the drain plug of the radiator.
7. Reinstall the radiator condenser tank.
CAUTION
Do not use alcohol or methanol anti-freeze or any
engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol
anti-freeze. The use of an improper anti-freeze
can cause corrosion of the aluminium
components.
8. By referring to the section on coolant, select an
appropriate concentration for safe operating
temperature within the range of 30 to 60%. Use
special tool LLC changer (MB991871) to refill the
coolant. A convenient mixture is a 50% water and
50% antifreeze solution (freezing point: −31°C).
Recommended antifreeze: DIAQUEEN SUPER
LONG LIFE COOLANT or equivalent
Quantity:
5.0 L <4G1>
7.0 L <4G6>
NOTE: For how to use special tool MB991871,
refer to its manufacturer’s instructions.9. Reinstall the radiator cap.
10.Start the engine and let it warm up until the
thermostat opens.
11.After repeatedly revving the engine up to 3,000
r/min several times, then stop the engine.
12.Remove the radiator cap after the engine has
become cold, and pour in coolant up to the brim.
Reinstall the cap.
CAUTION
Do not overfill the radiator condenser tank.
13.Add coolant to the radiator condenser tank
between the "F" and "L" mark if necessary.
CONCENTRATION MEASUREMENTM1141001100352
Measure the temperature and specific gravity of the
engine coolant to check the antifreeze concentration.
Standard value: 30 − 60% (allowable
concentration range)
Recommended antifreeze: DIAQUEEN SUPER
LONG LIFE COOLANT or equivalent
CAUTION
If the concentration of the anti-freeze is below
30%, the anti-corrosion property will be
adversely affected. In addition, if the
concentration is above 60%, both the
anti-freezing and engine cooling properties will
decrease, affecting the engine adversely. For
these reasons, be sure to maintain the
concentration level within the specified range.
COOLING FAN MOTOR DRIVE CONTROL
UNIT CHECK
M1141006100216
1. Remove the cooling fan motor drive control unit
connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position, and
measure the voltage between terminal 1 and 3 at
the harness side connector.
Standard value: system voltage
AC200625
Cylinder block
drain plug
AC
AC303612AB
MB991871
AIR HOSE
AC103195
Y1716AU
1 23
AC
Cooling fan motor
drive control unit

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
ENGINE COOLING14-24
3. Connect the cooling fan motor drive control unit
connector, and disconnect the cooling fan motor
(L.H.) connector.
4. Ensure that the A/C switch is off, and start the
engine and run it at idle.
5. Measure the voltage between the cooling fan
motor drive control unit side connector terminal 1
and 2.
Standard value: 1V or less
WARNING
Stay clear of the fan when the fan starts
running.
6. Turn the A/C switch to the "ON" position.
7. Measure the voltage between the cooling fan
motor drive control unit side connector terminal 1
and 2 while the fan is running. The voltage should
repeat the values below.
Standard value:
1. 1 V or less
2. 8.2 ± 0.7 V
3. System voltage ± 2.6 V
8. If the voltage does not repeatedly change as
indicated, replace the cooling fan motor drive
control unit. (Refer to P.14-35).
FAN CONTROL RELAY CONTINUITY
CHECK
M1141006200280
AC303496AB
Cooling fan motor
drive control unit
Battery
voltageTerminal No.to
be connected to
testerContinuity test
results
Not applied 4 − 2 Open circuit
Connect
terminal
No.1 and
battery (−)
terminal.
Connect
terminal
No.3 and
battery (+)
terminal.4 − 2 Less than 2 ohms
AC211776
13
4 2
3 4
1 2
AC301712
Fan control relay
AB

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
ENGINE COOLING14-25
COOLING FAN MOTOR CHECKM11410071000601. Remove the cooling fan motor connector.
2. Check to see that the cooling fan motor of the
radiator turns when applying battery power
between the connector terminal 1 and 2 of the
cooling fan motor. Also check to see that there is
no abnormal sound coming from the cooling fan
motor at this time.
3. If the cooling fan motor is defective, replace it.
(Refer to P.14-35).
1 2
AC303501AB
Cooling fan motor drive control unit
Cooling fan motor
(L.H.) connector
1 2
AC303502AB
Cooling fan motor
drive control unit
Cooling fan motor
(R.H.) connector
<4G1 with A/C>

THERMOSTAT
ENGINE COOLING14-26
THERMOSTAT
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONM1141002400442
Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation
•Engine Coolant Draining and Refilling (Refer to P.14-22).
•Air Cleaner Assembly Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 15 P.15-3).
•Battery Removal and Installation
AC203409AC
4
3 6 7
22 ± 4 N·m
<4G1>
AC301429
1
2
36 7
13 ± 2 N·m
AD
5
<4G6>