Mitsubishi Grandis. Manual - part 864

TROUBLESHOOTING <A/T KEY INTERLOCK AND SHIFT LOCK MECHANISMS>

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (FF)

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OSCILLOSCOPE INSPECTION 
PROCEDURE

M1231008500379

WAVEFORM SAMPLE

TROUBLESHOOTING <A/T KEY INTERLOCK AND SHIFT 

LOCK MECHANISMS>

TROUBLE SYMPTOM CHART

M1232001800510

Terminal 
No.

Check item

Inspection conditions

Normal 
condition 
(Waveform 
sample)

70

Crank angle sensor

Selector lever position: P Engine: Idling (vehicle 

stopped)

Waveform A

79

Vehicle speed signal

Selector lever position: 
Sport mode (3rd gear)

Driving at constant 
speed of 50 km/h in 3rd 
gear ( 1,400 

− 1,700 

r/min)

64

Input shaft speed sensor

Waveform B

73

Output shaft speed 
sensor

128

LR solenoid valve

• Ignition switch: ON

• Selector lever 

position: P

• Engine: Stopped

• Throttle (Accelerator) 

opening voltage: 1 V 
or less

Force drive each 
solenoid valve (Actuator 
test)

Waveform C

137

UD solenoid valve

136

2ND solenoid valve

138

OD solenoid valve

130

DCC solenoid valve

AC001872AC

(V)

Waveform A

(ms)

0

5

AC001874AE

(V)

Waveform C

0

5

AC001875

(V)

Waveform D

0

20

40

60

AG

Symptom

Inspection 
procedure 
number

Reference 
page

When the ignition key is at a position other than the LOCK (OFF) position, 
the selector lever can be moved from the P to the R position even though 
the brake pedal is not depressed.

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When the ignition key is at a position other than the LOCK (OFF) position, 
the selector lever cannot be moved from the P to the R position even 
though the brake pedal is being depressed.

2

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The ignition key is at the LOCK (OFF) position, but the selector lever can 
be moved from the P to the R position when the brake pedal is 
depressed.

3

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TROUBLESHOOTING <A/T KEY INTERLOCK AND SHIFT LOCK MECHANISMS>

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (FF)

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SYMPTOM PROCEDURES

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: When the ignition key is at a position other than the LOCK (OFF) 
position, the selector lever can be moved from the P to the R position even though the brake pedal is 
not depressed.

COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM

The cause is probably a malfunction of the selector 
lever assembly lock cam or shift lock cable.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

• Malfunction of lock cam

• Malfunction of shift lock cable

DIAGNOSIS

Check by referring to the possible causes.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2: When the ignition key is at a position other than the LOCK (OFF) 
position, the selector lever cannot be moved from the P to the R position even though the brake pedal 
is being depressed.

COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM

The cause is probably a malfunction of the selector 
lever assembly, transmission control cable, shift lock 
cable, key interlock cable or engine starting switch 
assembly.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

• Malfunction of selector lever assembly

• Malfunction of transmission control cable

• Malfunction of shift lock cable

• Malfunction of key interlock cable

• Malfunction of engine starting switch assembly

DIAGNOSIS

Check by referring to the possible causes.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3: The ignition key is at the LOCK (OFF) position, but the selector lever 
can be moved from the P to the R position when the brake pedal is depressed.

COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM

The cause is probably a malfunction of the key 
interlock cable, selector lever assembly or engine 
starting switch assembly.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

• Malfunction of key interlock cable

• Malfunction of selector lever assembly

• Malfunction of engine starting switch assembly

DIAGNOSIS

Check by referring to the possible causes.

The selector lever cannot be easily moved from the P to the R position.

4

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The selector lever cannot be moved from the R to the P position.

5

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The ignition key cannot be turned to the LOCK (OFF) position when the 
selector lever is at the P position.

6

P.23A-125

The ignition key can be turned to the LOCK (OFF) position when the 
selector lever is at a position other than the P position.

7

P.23A-125

Symptom

Inspection 
procedure 
number

Reference 
page

TROUBLESHOOTING <A/T KEY INTERLOCK AND SHIFT LOCK MECHANISMS>

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (FF)

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INSPECTION PROCEDURE 4: The selector lever cannot be easily moved from the P to the R position.

COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM

The cause is probably a malfunction of the selector 
lever assembly, transmission control cable, shift lock 
cable, key interlock cable or engine starting switch 
assembly.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

• Malfunction of selector lever assembly

• Malfunction of transmission control cable

• Malfunction of shift lock cable

• Malfunction of key interlock cable

• Malfunction of engine starting switch assembly

DIAGNOSIS

Check by referring to the possible causes.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 5: The selector lever cannot be moved from the R to the P position.

COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM

The cause is probably a malfunction of the selector 
lever assembly or transmission control cable.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

• Malfunction of selector lever assembly

• Malfunction of transmission control cable

DIAGNOSIS

Check by referring to the possible causes.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 6: The ignition key cannot be turned to the LOCK (OFF) position when the 
selector lever is at the P position.

COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM

The cause is probably a malfunction of the selector 
lever assembly, key interlock cable or engine starting 
switch assembly.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

• Malfunction of selector lever assembly

• Malfunction of key interlock cable

• Malfunction of engine starting switch assembly

DIAGNOSIS

Check by referring to the possible causes.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 7: The ignition key can be turned to the LOCK (OFF) position when the 
selector lever is at a position other than the P position.

COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM

The cause is probably a malfunction of the key 
interlock cable or engine starting switch assembly.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

• Malfunction of key interlock cable

• Malfunction of engine starting switch assembly

DIAGNOSIS

Check by referring to the possible causes.

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (FF)

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

ESSENTIAL SERVICE

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID 
(ATF) CHECK

M1231000900362

CAUTION

When replacing the transmission with a new one, 
overhauling the existing transmission, or driving 
in a harsh condition, the A/T fluid cooler line 
should always be flushed out and A/T fluid 
should be replaced with a new one.
1. Drive the vehicle until the A/T fluid temperature 

reaches the normal temperature (70 

− 80°C)

NOTE: Measure A/T fluid temperature using 
MUT-III.
NOTE: 

Check the oil level referring to the characteristics 
chart shown at left if it takes some time to reach 
the normal operation temperature of A/T fluid (70 

−

 80

°

C).

2. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. Move the selector lever to all positions to fully 

charge the torque converter and the fluid lines 
with A/T fluid, and then move the selector lever to 
the N position.

4. After wiping away any dirt from around the oil 

level gauge, pull out the oil level gauge and check 
the level of A/T fluid. 
NOTE: If the A/T fluid has a burnt smell, or if it has 
become very contaminated or dirty, it means that 
the A/T fluid has become contaminated by minute 
particles form bushings (metal) or worn parts. In 
such a case, the transmission needs to be 
overhauled and the A/T fluid cooler line needs to 
be flushed out.

5. Check that the A/T fluid level is between the HOT 

marks on the oil level gauge. If the A/T fluid level 
is too low, add more A/T fluid until the level 
reaches between the HOT marks.

Automatic transmission fluid: DIA QUEEN 
ATF SP III

NOTE: If the A/T fluid level is too low, the oil pump 
draws air into the system along with the A/T fluid, 
and air bubbles will thus from in the fluid circuit. 
This will cause a drop in fluid pressure and cause 
the shift points to change and the clutches and 
brakes to slip. If the A/T fluid level is too high, the 
gear will churn the A/T fluid and cause bubbles to 
develop, which can then cause the same 
problems as when the A/T fluid is too low. In either 
case, the air bubbles can cause overheating and 
oxidation of the A/T fluid, and also prevent the 
valves, clutches and brakes from operating 
normally. In addition, if bubbles develop in the A/T 
fluid, the A/T fluid can overflow from the 
transmission vent holes and be mistaken for 
leaks.

6. Securely re-insert the oil level gauge.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID 
(ATF) REPLACEMENT

M1231001000351

CAUTION

Before replacing the transmission with a new 
one, overhauling the existing transmission, or 
connecting the cooler pipe to the transmission, 
the A/T fluid cooler line should always be flushed 
out.
In you have an A/T fluid changer, use the A/T fluid 
changer to flush the A/T fluid. If you do not have an 
A/T fluid changer, follow the procedure given below.

HO

T

AC312577

Fluid level [mm]

Fluid temperature [    ]

10

0

-10

-20

-30

40

60

80

Fluid level

AB

AC303532AC