Mitsubishi Montero (1991+). Manual - part 149

improperly.

CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT:

The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant

in a vehicle crash.

CORRECTIVE ACTION:

Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front

safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for

any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are

operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle,

tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and

then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of

the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows

a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate

properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to

schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free

of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent

failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

NOTE:

If your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon

service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a

reasonable time, please contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. Also

contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Auto

Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday

through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time.  For more

information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123.  For the hearing

impaired, call (800) 424-9153.

98V311000: FRONT SEAT BELTS 



1991 Mitsubishi Montero

NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN

Model(s):                       1986-88 Mitsubishi Cordia

                                1986-91 Mitsubishi Galant

                                1986-91 Mitsubishi Mirage

                                1986-91 Mitsubishi Montero

                                1986-91 Mitsubishi Pickup

                                1986 Mitsubishi Starion

                                1990-91 Mitsubishi Eclipse

                                1990 Mitsubishi Sigma

                                1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT

Campaign No:                    98V311000

Number of Affected Vehicles:    53162

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:

Passenger vehicles sold in the Caribbean.

DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT:

In the front passenger seat of these vehicles, which are equipped with

Takata belt buckles, the seat belt release buttons, which are made of

ABS plastic material and marked "press," can break, allowing pieces to

fall into the buckle assembly.

CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT:

If pieces fall into the buckle assembly, the buckle may not operate

properly, failing to properly restrain an occupant in the event of a

crash.

CORRECTIVE ACTION:

Dealers will repair the front seat belt buckles.

OWNER NOTIFICATION:

Owner notification is expected to begin during early January 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 Of Caribbean at 1-787-251-

8716. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration’s Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-

4236).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday

through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time.  For more

information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123.  For the hearing

impaired, call (800) 424-9153.

FUSES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS 



1991 Mitsubishi Montero

         Fuses & Circuit Breakers

         1983-91 Mitsubishi

         Montero

         FUSES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS

         FUSE PANEL LOCATION

         The electrical system is protected against shorts by fuses

that are designed to fail, to prevent damage to the wire harness. The

fuse block is located under the instrument panel on the driver’s side.

If a fuse is blown, locate the cause before replacing the fuse. Spare

fuses are contained in the fuse block.

         FUSE PANEL IDENTIFICATION (1983-91)

Fig. 1:  Fuse Panel Identification (1983-91)

Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc.

         Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification

  1 - 20 Amp (Yellow)

         Hazard Light, Dome Light, Clock

  2 - 10 Amp (Red)

         Taillights

  3 - 10 Amp (Red)

         Turn Signal Lights

  4 - 10 Amp (Red)

         Back-Up Lights, Gauges

  5 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

         Defogger

  6 - 20 Amp (Yellow)

         Heater

  7 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

         Stoplights

  8 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

         Horn, Wiper, Washer

  9 - 10 Amp (Red)

         Rear Wiper, Rear Washer

 10 - 15 Amp (Light Blue)

         Cigarette Lighter, Radio

         CAUTIONS & WARNINGS

         RADIATOR FAN & CAP

         DO NOT loosen or remove radiator cap when cooling system is

hot. The system is under high pressure, and hot steam or boiling

liquid could gush out if cap is loosened or removed while system is

hot.

         BRAKE FLUID

         Be careful when handling brake fluid as it is harmful to eyes

and may damage painted surfaces.

         REPLACING BLOWN FUSE

         Before replacing a blown fuse, remove ignition key, turn off

all lights and accessories to avoid damaging the electrical system. Be

sure to use fuse with the correct indicated amperage rating. The use

of an incorrect amperage rating fuse may result in a dangerous

electrical system overload.