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Steering Column Switches

The document provides instructions for testing and removing/installing steering column switches for various 1991 Mitsubishi vehicle models, including the Montero. It lists the models and directs technicians to specific figures showing how to test and remove/install switches for each model. For the Montero and other models, it describes removing covers and switches after removing the steering wheel. For the Stealth and 3000GT, it additionally involves removing the air bag module and disconnecting the battery.

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Steering Column Switches

The document provides instructions for testing and removing/installing steering column switches for various 1991 Mitsubishi vehicle models, including the Montero. It lists the models and directs technicians to specific figures showing how to test and remove/install switches for each model. For the Montero and other models, it describes removing covers and switches after removing the steering wheel. For the Stealth and 3000GT, it additionally involves removing the air bag module and disconnecting the battery.

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STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES

1991 Mitsubishi Montero

1991 ACCESSORIES & SAFETY EQUIPMENT


Chrysler Motors/Eagle/Mitsubishi Steering Column Switches

Dodge; Colt, Colt Vista, Colt 200, Ram-50, Stealth


Eagle; Summit
Mitsubishi: Eclipse, Galant, Mirage, Montero, Pickup, 3000Gt
Plymouth; Colt, Colt Vista, Colt 200

TESTING
For steering column switch testing, see STEERING COLUMN
SWITCH TESTING/REMOVAL & INSTALLATION table for figure reference.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH TESTING/REMOVAL & INSTALLATION TABLE



Model Figure Number

Colt, Colt 200, Mirage & Summit ............... See Fig. 1


Colt Vista .................................... See Fig. 2
Eclipse ....................................... See Fig. 3
Galant ........................................ See Fig. 4
Montero ....................................... See Fig. 5
Pickup & Ram-50 ............................... See Fig. 6
Stealth & 3000GT .............................. See Fig. 7


REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

IGNITION SWITCH
Removal (Colt, Colt 200, Eclipse, Mirage & Summit)
1) Remove steering column switch. See STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. On automatic transaxle vehicles,
disconnect key interlock cable, and remove spring and slide lever.
2) On all vehicles, insert key and turn ignition switch to
ACC position. Push steering lock cylinder lock pin inward and pull
steering lock cylinder away from dash. Remove ignition switch and key
reminder switch.

Installation
1) Place ignition switch in LOCK position. Install slide
lever to steering lock cylinder. Install spring to inner cable of key
interlock cable (if used).
2) Connect key interlock cable to slide lever and steering
lock cylinder. Lightly grease around slide lever. To complete
installation, reverse removal procedure. Ensure key interlock system
functions properly.

Removal & Installation (Colt Vista, Galant, Montero, Pickup,


Ram-50, Stealth & 3000GT)
Remove knee protector (if necessary). Remove upper and lower
column covers. Remove air ducts and cable bands as necessary. Remove
ignition switch and key reminder switch. To install, reverse removal
procedure.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH


Removal & Installation (Except Stealth & 3000GT)
Remove horn pad and steering wheel. See Figs. 1-6. See
STEERING COLUMN TESTING/REMOVAL & INSTALLATION table for figure
directory on specific model. Remove knee protector and upper and lower
column covers (if necessary). On Eclipse, remove hood lock release
handle and air ducts. On all models, remove any necessary cable bands,
and remove steering column switch. To install, reverse removal
procedure.

Removal (Stealth & 3000GT)


1) Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait 30 seconds, and
then remove air bag module mounting nut from back side of module. To
remove clockspring connector from air bag module, force lock outward
and pry it using a flat screwdriver. Ensure no undue force is exerted
on connector when it is removed. Remove air bag module, and store it
face up. See Fig. 7.

CAUTION: Wait at least 30 seconds after disconnecting battery cable


before continuing servicing.

2) Remove steering wheel and knee protector. Remove upper and


lower column covers. Remove air ducts. Remove right and left steering
column switches.

WARNING:DO NOT hammer on steering wheel. Collapsible steering column


mechanism may be damaged.

Installation
1) To install, reverse removal procedure. Before installing
steering wheel, center clockspring by lining up NEUTRAL mark of
clockspring with mark on steering column. To complete installation,
reverse removal procedure. DO NOT reconnect negative battery cable
until air bag module is installed.
2) After installation is complete, turn ignition on from
passenger side of vehicle. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) light
on dash should come on for approximately 7 seconds. If SRS light does
not come on, stays on or flashes, repair air bag system.
Fig. 1: Switch Testing and R & I (Colt, Mirage & Summit)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
Fig. 2: Switch Testing and R & I (Colt Vista)
Courtesy of Chrysler Motors.
Fig. 3: Switch Testing and R & I (Eclipse)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
Fig. 4: Switch Testing and R & I (Galant)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
Fig. 5: Switch Testing and R & I (Montero)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
Fig. 6: Switch Testing and R & I (Pickup & Ram-50)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
Fig. 7: Switch Testing and R & I (Stealth & 3000GT)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.

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