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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI1995MONTERO LS, AUTOMATIC, V4AW3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSOVERHAUL - V4AW3COMPONENT DISASSEMBLY & REASSEMBLYLOWER VALVE BODYINSPECTION
1995 Mitsubishi Montero LS, Automatic, V4AW3
Lower Valve Body: Inspection
1995 Mitsubishi Montero LS, Automatic, V4AW3SECTION Inspection
- Clean all parts in solvent. Dry with compressed air. Ensure all valve body passages are clear. Ensure strainers are not damaged or clogged. Inspect valves for scoring or roughness.
- Ensure valves slide freely in bores. Inspect valve springs for damage, squareness and collapsed coils. Measure spring free length. Replace spring if not within specification. See LOWER VALVE BODY SPRING SPECIFICATIONS table. Ensure valve body springs correspond with appropriate valve. Ensure seats, clip and pin are installed in appropriate locations.
LOWER VALVE BODY SPRING SPECIFICATIONS
| Valve Spring (1) | Free Length In. (mm) | Diameter In. (mm) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accumulator Control | 1.335 (33.90) | .346 (8.80) | ||
| Check | .795 (20.20) | .476 (12.10) | ||
| Primary Regulator | 2.453 (62.30) | .732 (18.60) | ||
| Pressure Relief | .441 (11.20) | .252 (6.40) | ||
| 1-2 Shift | 1.213 (30.80) | .382 (9.70) | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.