Mitsubishi Montero (1998+). Manual — part 243

thoroughly with soap and water.

CAUTION: Never use non-detergent or straight mineral oil.

FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE

WARNING: Relieve fuel system pressure prior to servicing any fuel

system component (fuel injection models).

HALOGEN BULBS

Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas which may explode if

overheated. DO NOT touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands. Eye

protection should be worn when handling or working around halogen

bulbs.

RADIATOR CAP

CAUTION: Always disconnect the fan motor when working near the

radiator fan. The fan is temperature controlled and could

start at any time even when the ignition key is in the OFF

position. DO NOT loosen or remove radiator cap when cooling

system is hot.

RADIATOR FAN

WARNING: Keep hands away from radiator fan. Fan is controlled by a

thermostatic switch which may come on or run for up to 15 minutes even

after engine is turned off.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

CAUTION: Due to the different warranties offered in various regions

and the variety of after-market extended warranties

available, please refer to the warranty package that came

with the vehicle to verify all warranty options.

FUSES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS

FUSE PANEL LOCATION

The electrical system is protected against shorts by fuses

that are designed to fail, to prevent damage to the wire harness. The

fuse block is located under the instrument panel on the driver’s side.

If a fuse is blown, locate the cause before replacing the fuse. Spare

fuses are contained in the fuse block.

FUSE PANEL IDENTIFICATION

Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

Fig. 3: Passenger Compartment Fuse Box

Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.

1 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

Cigarette Lighter

2 - 10 Amp (Red)

Radio

3 - 10 Amp (Red)

Heater Relay

4 - 10 Amp (Red)

4A/T

5 - 20 Amp (Yellow)

Front & Rear Air Conditioner

6 - 10 Amp (Red)

Turn Signals

7 - 10 Amp (Red)

Meters

8 - 10 Amp (Red)

Horn

9 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

Wiper

10 - 10 Amp (Red)

Power Window Control

11 - 10 Amp (Red)

Four Wheel Drive System, Overdrive Control (Vehicles With

Automatic Transmission Only)

12 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

Power Door Locks

13 - 10 Amp (Red)

Doom Light, Clock

14 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

Backup Lights

15 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

Stoplights

16 - 25 Amp

Heater

17 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

Accessory Socket

18 - 10 Amp (Red)

Rear Heater

19 - Spare Fuse

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

Fig. 4: Engine Compartment Fusible Links

Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.

1 - 60 Amp

Battery

2 - 100 Amp

Alternator

3 - 20 Amp (Yellow)

Multipoint Injection

4 - 40 Amp

Ignition Switch

5 - 30 Amp (Green)

Rear Window Defogger

6 - 30 Amp (Green)

Power Window Control

7 - 30 Amp (Green)

Air Conditioner

8 - 40 Amp

Lights

9 - 10 Amp (Red)

AIR CONDITIONING & HEAT Compressor

10 - 25 Amp

Condenser Fan

11 - 10 Amp (Red)

Tail Lights

12 - 10 Amp (Red)

Headlight Upper Beam

13 - 10 Amp (Red)

Hazard Warning Flashers