Mitsubishi Montero (1998+). Manual — part 207

Fig. 2: Boost Pressure Gauge Test Terminals (3000GT Turbo)

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FUEL TANK SENDING UNIT

Resistance Test

Remove fuel tank sending unit from fuel tank. Check

resistance between appropriate terminals with fuel float in FULL and

EMPTY positions. See Fig. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9. Compare resistance

reading to FUEL TANK SENDING UNIT RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS table. If

resistance is not as specified, replace fuel tank sending unit.

FUEL TANK SENDING UNIT RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Application Empty Full

Eclipse

AWD (1)

Main . . . . . . . 56 . . ... 1-3

Sub . . . . . . . 49-51 . . . 1-3

FWD . . . . . . ... 105-119 . . 2-6

Galant . . . . . . . 105-119 . . 2-6

Mirage . . . . . . . 102-118 . 0.9-5.1

Montero, Montero Sport & 3000GT ... 103-117 . . 1-5

(1) - Equipped with a main fuel sender and a sub fuel

sender.

FUEL GAUGE

CAUTION: Gauge coils can be damaged if wire is grounded for too long.

Perform test as quickly as possible.

Simple Test

1) Disconnect fuel gauge sending unit connector wire in

luggage compartment, in cargo space or at tank unit. Connect a 12-

volt, 3.4-watt bulb to harness side of connector between appropriate

terminals. See Fig. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9.

2) Turn ignition switch to ON position. Ensure test bulb

flashes, or stays on, and fuel gauge needle moves. If bulb or gauge

needle does not function as described, repair fuel gauge circuit.

Fig. 3: Fuel Gauge Test Connections (Eclipse FWD & Galant)

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Fig. 4: Identifying Fuel Gauge Test Connections (Eclipse AWD - Main)

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Fig. 5: Identifying Fuel Gauge Test Connections (Eclipse AWD - Sub)

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Fig. 6: Identifying Fuel Gauge Test Connections (Mirage)

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Fig. 7: Identifying Fuel Gauge Test Connections (Montero)

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Fig. 8: Identifying Fuel Gauge Test Connections (Montero Sport)

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