Other Monitor

2001 Mitsubishi Mirage DE, StandardSECTION Other Monitor

This monitor applies to DTCs not covered by the rest of the monitors. Following conditions must be met during the test:

  • Engine coolant temperature must be 176Β°F (80Β°C) or more.
  • Atmospheric temperature is 41Β°F (5Β°C) or more.
  • On A/T, selector lever is in "D" range.

Monitor takes about 10 minutes to complete. To run monitor, use illustration. See Fig 1 . Perform steps as follows:

  1. Remove all test equipment from vehicle and install all components and connectors that were removed or disconnected during testing.
  2. After engine is completely warmed up, turn ignition off.
  3. Start engine and accelerate to 35-40 MPH.
  4. Drive for 5 minutes or more at 35-40 MPH. On M/T, use 5th gear.
  5. Return vehicle to shop and let idle. While engine is idling, A/C switch must be in OFF position, lights and accessories must be off, steering wheel must be straight ahead, and A/T must be in "P" range or M/T in neutral. After idling for 5 minutes, turn ignition off.

Fig 1: Running Other Monitor
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