Mitsubishi 380. Manual - part 422

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STEP 2. Replace the damper clutch control solenoid valve.
Replace the damper clutch control solenoid valve. Refer to 
GROUP 23B, Valve Body 

P.23B-62

. Then check the symptom.

Q: Is the symptom eliminated?

YES : The procedure is complete.
NO :  Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Disassemble and clean the valve body.
Check the O-ring installation bolts for looseness and valve 
body for damage. Repair or replace the faulty parts. Refer to 
GROUP 23B, Valve Body 

P.23B-62

.

Replace the valve body assembly if the damages are thought 
to be irreparable. Then check the symptom.

Q: Is the repair possible and the symptom eliminated?

YES : The procedure is complete.
NO :  Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Replace the torque converter assembly.
(1) Remove the transmission.
(2) Replace the torque converter assembly. Refer to GROUP 

23B, Transmission 

P.23B-13

. Then check the symptom.

Q: Is the symptom eliminated?

YES : The procedure is complete.
NO :  Start over at Step 1.

DCC
Solenoid
Valve

VALVE BODY
ASSEMBLY

10DB122A

VALVE BODY
ASSEMBLY

10DB117A

AC001857

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INSPECTION PROCEDURE 6: Shift Shock when Shifting from "N" to "D" and Long Delay

.

COMMENT

If abnormal shock or delay of two seconds or more 
occurs when the selector lever is shifted from "N" to 
"D" range while the engine is idling, the cause is 
probably abnormal underdrive clutch pressure or a 
malfunction of the underdrive clutch, valve body or 
TP sensor.

.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS (The most 
likely causes for this condition:)

• Abnormal underdrive clutch pressure

• Malfunction of the underdrive solenoid valve

• Malfunction of the underdrive clutch

• Malfunction of the valve body

• Malfunction of the TP sensor

• Malfunction of the A/T-ECU system
• Check RED brake system

Circuit drawings

• Refer to circuit diagrams GROUP-

90

• Refer to configuration diagrams GROUP-

80

• Refer to component locations GROUP-

70

DIAGNOSIS

Required Special Tool:

• MB991958: Diagnostic Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)

• MB991824: V.C.I.

• MB991827: MUT-III USB Cable

• MB991910: MUT-III Main Harness A

STEP 1. Using diagnostic tool MB991958, check actuator 
test item 02: Underdrive Solenoid Valve.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to diagnostic tool MB991958, always 
turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position 
before connecting or disconnecting diagnostic tool 
MB991958. 
(1) Connect diagnostic tool MB991958 to the data link 

connector.

(2) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
(3) Set diagnostic tool MB991958 to the actuator test mode.

• Item 02: Underdrive Solenoid Valve.

• An audible clicking or buzzing should be heard when 

the underdrive solenoid valve is energized.

(4) Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q: Is the solenoid valve operating properly?

YES : Go to Step 2.
NO :  Repair or replace the underdrive solenoid valve. 

Refer to GROUP 23B, Valve Body 

P.23B-62

. Then 

confirm that the symptom is eliminated.

00DB076A

MB991910

DATA LINK

CONNECTOR

MB991824

MB991827

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STEP 2. Check when shift shock occurs.

Q: When does the shift shock occur?

When engaging from "N" to "D" : Go to Step 3.
When the vehicle starts moving : Go to Step 6.

STEP 3. Check the hydraulic pressure (for underdrive 
clutch).
Measure the hydraulic pressure for underdrive clutch when the 
selector lever is shifted from "N" to "D" range. Check if the 
hydraulic pressure is within the standard value. Refer to 

P.23A-26

, Hydraulic Pressure Test.

Q: Is the hydraulic pressure within the standard value?

YES : Go to Step 4.
NO :  Go to Step 8.

STEP 4. Check the underdrive clutch system.
(1) Remove the valve body cover and valve body. Refer to  

P.23A-304

 <F5A5A>, Transmission Assembly and GROUP 

23B, Transmission 

P.23B-13

.

(2) Blow 108 kPa (15 psi) compressed air into the underdrive 

clutch oil orifice of the transmission case, and check if the 
underdrive clutch piston moves and air pressure is 
maintained in that condition.

Q: Is the air pressure maintained?

YES : Go to Step 8.
NO :  Go to Step 5.

STEP 5. Check the underdrive clutch.
(1) Remove the transmission assembly.
(2) Check the facing for seizure and the piston seal ring for 

damage and interference with the retainer. Repair or 
replace the faulty parts. Refer to GROUP 23B 

P.23B-46

, 

Underdrive Clutch and Input Shaft. Then check the 
symptom.

Q: Is the symptom eliminated?

YES : The procedure is complete.
NO :  Start over at Step 1.

STEP 6. Check shift shock.

Q: Does shift shock occur?

YES : Go to Step 7.
NO :  Go to Step 8.

AC001859

UNDERDRIVE

CLUTCH OIL

ORIFICE

AB

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STEP 7. Using diagnostic tool MB991958, check MPI data 
list item 13: TP Sensor (main).

CAUTION

To prevent damage to diagnostic tool MB991958, always 
turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position 
before connecting or disconnecting diagnostic tool 
MB991958. 
(1) Connect diagnostic tool MB991958 to the data link 

connector.

(2) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
(3) Set diagnostic tool MB991958 to the data reading mode.

• Item 13: TP Sensor (main).

• With the throttle valve in idle position, voltage should 

measure between 1100 and 1200 mV.

• With the throttle valve in full-open position, voltage 

should measure 4,000 mV or more.

(4) Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q: Is the measured voltage between 1100 and 1200 mV at 

idle, and 4,000 mV or more at the full-open position?
YES : Go to Step 8.
NO :  Check the TP sensor. Refer to GROUP13A 

,Diagnostic Trouble Code Procedures 

13A-17

, DTCs 

P0122, P0123: TP Sensor System. Then check the 
symptom.

STEP 8. Disassemble and clean the valve body.
Check the O-ring installation bolts for looseness and the valve 
body for damage. Repair or replace the faulty parts. Refer to 
GROUP 23B, Valve Body 

P.23B-62

.

Replace the valve body assembly if the damages are thought 
to be irreparable. Then check the symptom.

Q: Is the symptom eliminated?

YES : The procedure is complete.
NO :  Replace the valve body assembly. Then check the 

symptom. Start over at Step 1.

00DB076A

MB991910

DATA LINK

CONNECTOR

MB991824

MB991827

VALVE BODY
ASSEMBLY

10DB117A