Mitsubishi Montero (1991+). Manual — part 328

subtracted by the width measured at the front of the tires at about

spindle height. A positive figure would indicate toe-in and a negative

figure would indicate toe-out. If the distance between the front and

rear of the tires is the same, toe measurement would be zero. To

adjust:

1) Measure toe-in with front wheels in straight ahead

position and steering wheel centered. To adjust toe-in, loosen clamps

and turn adjusting sleeve or adjustable end on right and left tie

rods. See Figs. 2 and 5.

2) Turn equally and in opposite directions to maintain

steering wheel in centered position. Face of tie rod end must be

parallel with machined surface of steering rod end to prevent binding.

3) When tightening clamps, make certain that clamp bolts are

positioned so there will be no interference with other parts

throughout the entire travel of linkage.

Fig. 5: Wheel Toe-In (Dimension A Less Dimension B)

TOE-OUT ON TURNS

1) Toe-out on turns (turning radius) is a check for bent or

damaged parts, and not a service adjustment. With caster, camber, and

toe-in properly adjusted, check toe-out with weight of vehicle on

wheels.

2) Use a full floating turntable under each wheel, repeating

test with each wheel positioned for right and left turns. Incorrect

toe-out generally indicates a bent steering arm. Replace arm, if

necessary, and recheck wheel alignment.

STEERING AXIS INCLINATION

1) Steering axis inclination is a check for bent or damaged

parts, and not a service adjustment. Vehicle must be level and camber

should be properly adjusted. See Fig. 6.

2) If camber cannot be brought within limits and steering

axis inclination is correct, steering knuckle is bent. If camber and

steering axis inclination are both incorrect by approximately the same

amount, the upper and lower control arms are bent.

Fig. 6: Checking Steering Axis Inclination

WIPER/WASHER SYSTEM

1991 Mitsubishi Montero

1991 ACCESSORIES & SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Chrysler Motors/Mitsubishi Wiper/Washer Systems

Dodge; Ram-50

Mitsubishi: Montero, Pickup

DESCRIPTION & OPERATION

All models are equipped with a 2-speed wiper motor with an

optional intermittent wiper feature. Some models are equipped with a

rear wiper/washer.

ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT WIPER ARM ADJUSTMENT

Ensure wiper motor is in park position. Position wiper arm

and blade assembly so tip of blade is specified distance above front

window trim. See FRONT WIPER ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS table.

FRONT WIPER ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Model Driver Side: In. (mm) Passenger Side: In. (mm)

Montero . . . 1.5-1.9 (37-47) . . . . 1.5-1.9 (37-47)

Pickup & Ram-50 . . .6 (15) . . . . . . 1.0 (25)

REAR WIPER ARM ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: Pickup and Ram-50 are not equipped with rear wipers.

Ensure wiper motor is in park position. Position wiper arm

and blade assembly so tip of blade is specified distance from edge of

window. See REAR WIPER ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS table.

REAR WIPER ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Model In. (mm)

Montero . . . . . . . . . ... ( 2) *

(2) - Blade parallel with lower edge of window.

TESTING

FRONT WIPER MOTOR

Checking Wiper Motor Operation ( Montero, Pickup & Ram-50)

Disconnect wiring connector from wiper motor. Connect battery

voltage to appropriate wiper motor terminal, and ground other

terminal. See WIPER MOTOR OPERATION CHECK table. See Fig. 1. Ensure

wiper motor operates in both low and high speeds.

WIPER MOTOR OPERATION CHECK TABLE

Model & Ground Apply Voltage

Application Terminal No. To Terminal No.

Low Speed Operation

Montero . . . . . .. 3 . . . . . . . . 1

Pickup & Ram-50 . . . .. 1 . . . . . . . . 3

High Speed Operation

Montero . . . . . .. 4 . . . . . . . . 1

Pickup & Ram-50 . . . .. 2 . . . . . . . . 3

Fig. 1: Front Wiper Motor Terminal ID (Montero, Pickup & Ram-50)

Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.

Checking Automatic Stop (Montero, Pickup & Ram-50)

1)Operate wiper motor at low speed. See CHECKING WIPER MOTOR

OPERATION. Disconnect battery voltage to stop motor in any position

except park.

2) Using a jumper wire, connect 2 terminals indicated. See

AUTOMATIC STOP CHECK table. See Fig. 1. Connect 12 volts to terminal

indicated in table, and ground wiper motor bracket. Ensure motor parks

wiper arm.

AUTOMATIC STOP CHECK TABLE

Model Jumper Pin Nos. Apply Voltage To Pin Nos.

Montero . . . . 3 & 2 . . . . . . . . . 1

Pickup & Ram-50 . . 1 & 4 . . . . . . . . . 3

FRONT WIPER RELAY

NOTE: On Pickup, Ram-50,intermittent wiper relay is incorporated

into wiper switch. See STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article in

the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIP Section. Precis does not have a

front wiper relay.

Continuity Check (Montero)

Remove relay. Relay is located behind driver’s kick panel.

Make sure continuity is present between terminals No. 2 and 5. See

Fig. 2.