1999 MITSUBISHI MONTERO SPORT Recalls (3)
- Campaign:
- 99V041000 on 03/16/1999
- Component:
- Power train:automatic transmission
- Affected:
- 10,000
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive and automatic transmissions. automatic transmission fluid could be vented onto the hot exhaust system as a result of unanticipated heat generation in the transmission.
- Consequence:
- The vented transmission fluid could come into contact with the hot exhaust system and ignition of the transmission fluid could result.
- Correction:
- Dealers will modify the transmission control unit to limit vehicle speed to below approximately 30 miles per hour when the vehicle is operated in the four-wheel-drive low range, an additional label describing the proper use of four-wheel-drive low range will be provided, and will relocate the transmission breather vent. in addition, the owner's manual will be corrected with the proper information to reflect the change to the speed limitations in the four-wheel-drive low range.
- Notes:
- Owner notification began april 22, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 00V311001 on 10/23/2000
- Component:
- Engine and engine cooling:engine
- Manufactured:
- 07/31/1996 - 03/30/1999
- Affected:
- 210,000
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles: mirage model vehicles equipped with 1.5l engines; montero sport models equipped with 3.0l engines; and montero models equipped with 3.0l engines. the bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.
- Consequence:
- The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- On the mirage vehicles, the dealers will install a new, improved crankshaft pulley bolt on the older engines. on new engines which already have the improved bolt, the dealer will tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specification. on the montero models, dealers will tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specifications. if the bolt is damaged, it will be replaced.
- Notes:
- Owner notification will be performed in five separate owner mailings, with the first mailing beginning october 31, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 01V027000 on 02/06/2001
- Component:
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Manufactured:
- 05/31/1998 - 01/21/2001
- Affected:
- 19,000
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.5l engines. these vehicles do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 106, "brake hoses." these vehicles are equipped with noncompliant brake vacuum hoses.
- Consequence:
- These hoses could burst causing fluid leakage, increasing the braking capability of the vehicle and could result in a crash.
- Correction:
- Dealers will replace the vacuum hose. owner notification began february 15, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
- Notes:
- Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
1999 MITSUBISHI MONTERO SPORT TSBs (64)
- Bulletin:
- 9842A007
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Wind noise may occur at the upper front door area when driving at freeway speeds.(1997-99 montero sport models produced before 8/7/98,up to vin: ---xp0149132). *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9832001
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Repair procedures to correct a body vibration which may be evident on some vehicles. *yc
- Bulletin:
- TSB9942A006
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may experience wrinkles in side step moulding. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB9931002
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- This bulletin contains snow tire recommendations for certain cars and sport-utility vehicles. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB9931001
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- Information on tire chain usage. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB9900001
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Service manual revision on differential reduction ratio. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 48
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Mut-ii rom pack round-up. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 48
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Concerns with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on / blown fuses. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 48
- Component:
- 185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
- Summary:
- Exhibiting rough idle after warm-up. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB9914001
- Component:
- 062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
- Summary:
- Information regarding radiator fan shroud breakage. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9942A009
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Concerns with front door wind noise. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9922003
- Component:
- 102000 power train:manual transmission
- Summary:
- This bulletin contains recommended manual transmission / transaxle maintenance information. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9923010
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- This bulletin contains recommended automatic transmission / transaxle maintenance information. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9913008
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit the service engine soon light on. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0011002
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Information containing corrected cylinder head bolt tightening sequence for 2.4l, 4-cylinder engines. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0055001
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Information concerning air conditioner condenser damage. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0042A003
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Information addressing customer body vibration complaints. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0013003
- Component:
- 070000 fuel system, gasoline
- Summary:
- Information containing recommended fuels for certain vehicles. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0013005
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- This bulletin contains obd-ii drive cycle procedures and warranty claim information for obd-ii drive cycle on affected vehicles. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0023004
- Component:
- 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
- Summary:
- A condition may exist on 4-wheel-drive models, if the driver tries to shift the transfer lever from 4l to 4h while the vehicle is moving, the lever may become stuck in 4h. shifting from 4l to 4h should only be done with the vehicle s
- Bulletin:
- TSB0042A005
- Component:
- 131000 visibility:windshield
- Summary:
- Concern with windshield wind (buzz, hum or whistle) noise, especially in the a-pillar area or across the top of the windshield occuring when driving at highway speeds. the noise may be intermittent, and typically is more evident at ambie
- Bulletin:
- TSB0055001R
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Concerns with road debris (such as asphalt or small rocks) pushed into the a/c condenser fan during operation, resulting in insufficient opening in the fan shroud for the debris to escape. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0042A007
- Component:
- 134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
- Summary:
- This bulletin contains revised details for sunroof water test and fit adjustment procedures - service manual revision. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0023008
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit an automatic transmission overheat temperature indicator when driven under heavy load conditions such as high speed operation or trailer towing or when the transmission is over-filled. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0023007
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- This bulletin contains information concerning a new, improved automatic transmission fluid (atf) level gauge which is now available for certain model year vehicles. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB9942A010
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- This bulletin contains information about a new stronger rear liftgate gas spring. this new spring is being introduced to eliminate a condition where the gas springs may not allow the rear liftgate to open satisfactorily. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 66
- Component:
- 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Summary:
- Information regarding transfer case shifter rattle. *tt
- Bulletin:
- SR01002
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. is voluntarily recalling certain affected vehicles for a possible loose crankshaft pulley bolt. *tt
- Bulletin:
- ATIN01SR002
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- This advance technical information notice states that mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. (mmsa) is voluntarily recalling affected vehicles for a possible loose crankshaft pulley bolt. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0123003
- Component:
- 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
- Summary:
- This bulletin contains information concerning the application of sealant to the torque converter housing during reassembly. *jb
- Bulletin:
- TSB0123005
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information on procedures for removing and installing the automatic transmission oil pan using oil pan remover special tool md998727-01. *jb
- Bulletin:
- TSB0142A002
- Component:
- 131000 visibility:windshield
- Summary:
- Subject regarding corrections to rear door glass holder installation instructions. *jb
- Bulletin:
- TSB0154002
- Component:
- 138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
- Summary:
- This bulletin involves corrections to wiring diagrams relating to the air conditioning system and the heated seats. *jb
- Bulletin:
- TSB0154003
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Information on corrections to circuit diagrams relating to the central door locking system. *jb
- Bulletin:
- TSB0123002
- Component:
- 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Summary:
- Some 4-wheel drive models may exhibit a transfer lever stuck in 4h. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 67
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Subject regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement. *jb
- Bulletin:
- 67
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information on diagnosing transfer lever stuck in 4h and torque converter vibration / shudder / surge condition. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0100008
- Component:
- 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
- Summary:
- Mitsubishi motors dealers who have the medic system can reprogram the red rom pack used for reflashing various vehicle's pcms. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0117001
- Component:
- 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
- Summary:
- Some affected vehicles may experience a single shift flare when upshifting from 2nd to 3rd gear after warm engine restart. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0123010
- Component:
- 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
- Summary:
- Some customers may complain of shudder, surge, and / or vibration when driving 35 - 50 mph at steady throttle. this condition may be due to the breakdown of the spii a/t fluid, creating a torque converter damper clutch shudder.
- Bulletin:
- TSB0117003
- Component:
- 180000 vehicle speed control
- Summary:
- This bulletin provides corrected instructions for troubleshooting cruise control system trouble code dtc 12, vehicle speed sensor system which was incorrect in the service manuals. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 27
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Brief information regarding vibration / shudder condition at rear of vehicle on leaf-spring models. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 23
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Fuel cut activation in 2wd. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 27
- Component:
- 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
- Summary:
- Brief information concerning torque converter vibration / shudder. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TSB0142A010
- Component:
- 162600 structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
- Summary:
- This bulletin contains instructions for eliminating a popping noise from the rear hatch area of the vehicle. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TIN01SR003
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Technical information regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0125001
- Component:
- 105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
- Summary:
- Subject regarding incorrect propeller shaft installation.*jb
- Bulletin:
- 0142A014
- Component:
- 020000 suspension
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may experience vehicle body vibration.*jb
- Bulletin:
- 0123007REV
- Component:
- 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
- Summary:
- Subject regarding powertrain control module reprogramming for 2-3 shift flare. *jb
- Bulletin:
- 011001
- Component:
- 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
- Summary:
- Information on 2-3 shift flare, reprogramming the powertrain control module. *jb
- Bulletin:
- 7954
- Component:
- 341000 communications:horn assembly
- Summary:
- Customers may report that after pushing the horn button when the accessory socket is in use,the horn continues to blow when the button is released. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 8113
- Component:
- 070000 fuel system, gasoline
- Summary:
- Subject regarding diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and p0174 for v6 models. *lc
- Bulletin:
- 0137A003
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Subject regarding ball joint dust cover grease application, service manual revision. *slc
- Bulletin:
- TSB0211002
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Information on crankshaft identification marks - service manual revision. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 80
- Component:
- 116200 electrical system:ignition:module
- Summary:
- Information on a diagnostic trouble code p0174 set *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0213019
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Incorrect powertrain control module (pcm) software parameters may cause oxygen sensor failure (diagnostic trouble code p0154). *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0213018R
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming for engine stalling / engine hesitation / diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0154. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0323002
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Speedometer driven gear worn. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0355001
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- A pulsating or rattle noise heard when the air conditioner is on. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0355004
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Air conditioner refrigerant quantity - service manual revision. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 94
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Oxygen sensor detection. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0323006
- Component:
- 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
- Summary:
- Torque converter shudder, surge, and/or vibration (possibly intermittent) when driving 35-50 mph at steady throttle. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0413002
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming for engine hesitation / diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0154. *tt
- Bulletin:
- TT237
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
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