Mitsubishi Outlander XL. Manual — part 448

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

KNOCK CONTROL SYSTEM CHECK

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Check the knock sensor circuit if diagnostic trouble code, No.
P0326, P0327, P0328, P0331, P0332 or P0333 is shown.
Refer to GROUP 13A, Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) - Multiport
Fuel Injection (MFI) Diagnosis - Diagnostic Trouble Code
Chart P.13Ab-44.

IGNITION COIL CHECK

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NOTE:

It is impossible to carry out an easy check using a

circuit tester because a diode and so on are integrated into
the inside circuit of this ignition coil. Accordingly,
check the ignition coil in the following procedure.

1.

Make sure the diagnosis codes are not stored using M.U.T.-
III. If stored, record the code No. Carry out the troubleshooting
for the stored codes and solve the problems even if not related
to the ignition.

2.

Disconnect the injector connectors on all of the cylinders.

3.

Disconnect the ignition coil connector.

4.

Remove the ignition coil and install a new spark plug to the
ignition coil.

5.

Connect the ignition coil connector.

6.

Ground the side electrode of the spark plug and crank the
engine.

7.

Check that spark is produced between the electrodes of the
spark plug.

8.

If the spark plug has weak spark or no spark, carry out the
same check using a new ignition coil. If there are strong spark
on this check with a new ignition coil, it becomes clear there
is a problem with the ignition coil. Replace the ignition coil with
a new one. If there is no spark on this check with a new ignition
coil, there is probably a problem with the ignition circuit. Check
the ignition circuit.

9.

Using M.U.T.-III, make sure whether the diagnosis codes are
stored due to the check, or not. Except the codes stored in
Step 1, clear the codes all together if they are present. And
then, carry out the troubleshooting about the codes recorded.

IGNITION SYSTEM

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

SPARK PLUG TEST

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ZK600366

Spark plug

AA00

1.

Remove the spark plug and connect to the ignition coil.

ZK600367

Defactive insulation

Defective insulation

Defective insulation

Good

AA00

2.

Ground the spark plug outer electrode (body), and crank the
engine.
Check that there is an electrical discharge between the
electrodes at this time.

SPARK PLUG CHECK AND CLEANING

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ZK600368AA00

Iridium tip

Platinum tip

｠

Never attempt to adjust the gap of the iridium plug.

｠

Do not attempt to clean the spark plug because it may
result in damage to the electrode. However, if carbon
deposits must be removed, using a plug cleaner,
complete the cleaning within 20 seconds to protect the
electrode. Do not use a wire brush.

NOTE:

As the prospective distance for this spark plug

replacement is 100,000 km (62,000 mile). If the plug gap and
insulation resistance are normal, check the plug state and
clean it if necessary.

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IGNITION SYSTEM

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

SPARK PLUG GAP CHECK

ZK500955AA00

Plug gap gauge

Measurment
direction

Check the plug gap with the wire type plug gauge. Replace it if
the limit is exceeded.

Standard value: 0.7 - 0.8 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch)
Limit: 0.95mm (0.037 inch)

SPARK PLUG INSULATION RESISTANCE CHECK

ZK500923AA00

1.

Measure the insulation resistance. If the insulation resistance
of the spark plug is under the limited value, clean the plug
within 20 seconds using a plug cleaner.

2.

After cleaning, measure the insulation resistance again.
Replace the plug unless it is within the limited value.

Limit: Minimum 10 MΩ

CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CHECK

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Refer to GROUP 13A, Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) - Multiport
Fuel Injection (MFI) Diagnosis - Diagnostic Trouble Code
Procedures - DTC P0340: Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit P.
13Ab-441.

CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CHECK

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Refer to GROUP 13A, Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) - Multiport
Fuel Injection (MFI) Diagnosis - Diagnostic Trouble Code
Procedures - DTC P0335: Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit P.
13Ab-433.

IGNITION SYSTEM

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

IGNITION COIL

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

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ZC600544

2

3

4

5

6

7

9.5 ± 2.5 N·m
84 ± 22 in-lb

9.5 ± 2.5 N·m
84 ± 22 in-lb

18 ± 2 N·m
13 ± 2 ft-lb

18 ± 2 N·m
13 ± 2 ft-lb

3.0 ± 0.5 N·m
27 ± 4 in-lb

1

AA00

Removal steps

1.

Engine cover

2.

Ignition coil connectors (Left bank)

3.

Ignition coils (Left bank)

4.

Spark plugs (Left bank)

·

Intake manifold plenum (Refer to
GROUP 15, Intake Manifold Plenum P.
15-7).

Removal steps

5.

Ignition coil connectors (Right bank)

6.

Ignition coils (Right bank)

7.

Spark plugs (Right bank)

16c-6

IGNITION SYSTEM

IGNITION COIL