WIPER/WASHER SYSTEM

1998 Mitsubishi Montero

1998 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT

Mitsubishi - Wiper/Washer Systems

Diamante, Eclipse, Galant, Mirage, Montero, Montero Sport,

3000GT

DESCRIPTION & OPERATION

All models are equipped with a 2-speed wiper motor with an
optional intermittent wiper feature. Some models are equipped with a
rear wiper/washer.
Galant is equipped with a wiper system that varies
intermittent setting speed with vehicle speed. System uses ignition
switch, wiper switch, intermittent switch, washer switch, vehicle
speed sensor, and Electronic Time Alarm Control System (ETACS) ECU.

COMPONENT LOCATIONS
COMPONENT LOCATIONS TABLE




























































Component Location

Assist-ECU (Diamante) ............. Above Right Kick Panel

ETACS-ECU ....................... Behind Left Side Of Dash
Wiper Relay
Front
Except Diamante &
3000GT ....................... Integral With Steering
Column Switch
Rear
Eclipse .............. Within Rear Wiper/Washer Switch
Montero &
Montero Sport ................ On Relay Block, Behind
Left Side Of Dash
3000GT ................ Behind Left Rear Quarter Panel

ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT WIPER ARM ADJUSTMENT

Ensure wiper motor is in park position. Position wiper arm
and blade assembly so tip of blade is specified distance above front
window trim. See FRONT WIPER ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS table.

FRONT WIPER ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Driver’s Side Passenger’s Side
Model In. (mm) In. (mm)

Diamante ....... 2.56-3.15 (65-80) .... .79-1.38 (20-35)

Eclipse .......... .19-.59 (5-15) .... 1.65-2.05 (42-52)
Galant ........... .39-.79 (10-20) ..... .39-.79 (10-20)
Mirage .......... .79-1.18 (20-30) .... .79-1.18 (20-30)
Montero ......... .98-1.38 (25-35) ... 1.38-1.77 (35-45)
Montero Sport ... .98-1.20 (25-31) ... 1.20-1.50 (31-38)
3000GT ........... .59-.79 (15-20) ..... .59-.79 (15-20)




























































 REAR WIPER ARM ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Diamante, Galant and Mirage are not equipped with rear
wipers.

Ensure wiper motor is in park position. Position wiper arm

and blade assembly so tip of blade is specified distance from edge of
window. See REAR WIPER ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS table.

REAR WIPER ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Model In. (mm)

Eclipse .............................. 4.98-5.38 (125-135)

Montero & Montero Sport ................ 2.56-2.95 (65-75)
3000GT ............................................... ( 1)

(1) - Position blade tip along ceramic edge of window.

COMPONENT TESTS

* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *

NOTE: For headlight washer switch testing on Montero,
see STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article.

WASHER MOTOR TEST (FRONT & REAR)

1) Ensure washer reservoir fluid is at proper level. Turn
ignition switch to ON position. Press washer button on wiper/washer
switch. If fluid does not spray on windshield, turn ignition off.
Check for plugged washer hoses from washer reservoir to windshield
nozzle. Repair as necessary.
2) If washer hoses are not plugged, disconnect washer motor
electrical connector. Check for poor connection or connector damage.
Repair as necessary. If connector is okay, connect battery power to
washer motor terminals. Washer motor should operate. Replace motor as
necessary.

FRONT WIPER MOTOR TEST

Checking Wiper Motor Operation
Disconnect wiring connector from wiper motor. Connect battery
voltage to wiper motor connector as shown, and ensure wiper motor
operates at low and high speeds. See Fig. 1 or 2. Replace motor as
necessary.

Checking Automatic Stop

1) Operate wiper motor at low speed. See Fig. 1 or 2.
Disconnect battery voltage during operation to stop motor.
2) Using a jumper wire, connect terminals as shown. See
Fig. 1 or 2. Connect 12 volts to indicated terminal, and ground wiper
motor bracket. Ensure wiper arm is correctly parked. Replace motor as
necessary.
Fig. 1: Checking Front Wiper Motor Operation (Except Eclipse)
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Fig. 2: Checking Front Wiper Motor Operation (Eclipse)
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INTERMITTENT WIPER RELAY (FRONT) TEST

NOTE: On Diamante, assist-ECU controls wiper circuit. On all
models except 3000GT, intermittent wiper relay is
incorporated into wiper switch. Information on testing is
not available from manufacturer at time of publication.

Continuity & Voltage Check (3000GT)

1) Disconnect column switch connector. Ensure continuity is
present between terminals No. 5 and 11, and between terminals No. 6
and 10. See Fig. 3. Ensure there is no continuity between terminals
No. 6 and 11.
2) Connect battery voltage to relay terminal No. 5 and ground
terminal No. 11. Battery voltage should be present on terminal No. 6.
Replace relay if continuity and voltage is not as specified.

Fig. 3: Identifying Front Wiper Relay Terminals (3000GT)

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FRONT WIPER SWITCH TEST

NOTE: Front wiper switch is part of combination switch on steering
column. For diagnosis, see STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article.

REAR WIPER MOTOR TEST

Operational Check
Disconnect wiring connector from wiper motor. Connect battery
voltage to wiper motor connector as shown, and ensure motor housing is
grounded. Motor should run at low and high speed. See Fig. 4, 5, 6 or
7. Replace motor as necessary.

Fig. 4: Checking Rear Wiper Motor Operation & Automatic Stop

(Eclipse)
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Fig. 5: Checking Rear Wiper Motor Operation (Montero)
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Fig. 6: Checking Rear Wiper Motor Operation (Montero Sport)

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Fig. 7: Checking Rear Wiper Motor Operation (3000GT)
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Automatic Stop Check

Operate wiper motor, and then disconnect wiring connector
from wiper motor to stop motor operation at a point other than park
position. Connect battery voltage and jumper wire to wiper motor
connector as shown, and ensure motor housing is grounded. See Fig. 4,
8, 9 or 10. Motor should return to park position. Replace motor as
necessary.

Fig. 8: Checking Rear Wiper Motor Automatic Stop (Montero)

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Fig. 9: Checking Rear Wiper Motor Automatic Stop (Montero Sport)
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Fig. 10: Checking Rear Wiper Motor Automatic Stop (3000GT)

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REAR WIPER RELAY TEST

NOTE: Rear wiper relay test information for Eclipse is not
available from manufacturer at time of publication.

Operational Check (Montero)

1) Relay is located in relay box under left side of dash.
Remove relay from lower right corner of relay box. Connect positive
voltmeter lead to terminal No. 2. Connect negative voltmeter lead to
terminal No. 7. Ensure battery voltage is present, when battery
voltage is connected to terminals No. 4 and 8, and terminal No. 7 is
grounded. See Fig. 12.
2) With voltmeter connected to terminals No. 2 and 7, ensure
battery voltage is present for intermittent periods of 8 seconds when
positive battery terminal is connected to terminals No. 4 and 5, and
negative battery terminal is connected to terminal No. 7.
3) With voltmeter connected to terminals No. 2 and 7, ensure
battery voltage is present when positive battery terminal is connected
to terminals No. 4 and 6, and negative battery terminal is connected
to terminal No. 7. Replace relay if voltage is not as specified.

Operational Check (Montero Sport)

1) Relay is located in relay box under left side of dash.
Remove relay from lower left corner of relay box. Check for continuity
between terminals No. 1 and 2. See Fig. 12. Continuity should exist.
2) Connect terminals No. 4 and 5 to positive battery
terminal. Ensure battery voltage is present at terminal No. 2 for
intermittent periods of 8 seconds when terminal No. 7 is connected to
negative battery terminal. Replace relay if voltage is not as
specified.

Operational Check (3000GT)

Remove quarter trim. Leave intermittent relay connected to
wiring harness. Operate rear wiper and check voltage at terminal No.
2. See Fig. 11. Zero volts should be present when rear wiper stops.
There should be 12 volts when rear wiper operates.

Fig. 11: Identifying Rear Wiper Relay Terminals (3000GT)

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REAR WIPER SWITCH TEST

 Eclipse
1) Remove wiper switch from instrument panel and disconnect
wiper switch wiring connector. Place wiper switch in OFF position.
Continuity should exist between terminals No. 5 and 6. See Fig. 12.
Place wiper switch in LO position. Continuity should exist between
terminals No. 6 and 7.
2) Place wiper switch in INT position. Continuity should
exist between terminals No. 3 and 7, and between terminals No. 5 and
6. Depress washer switch. Continuity should exist between terminals
No. 7 and 8. Continuity between terminals No. 1 and 4 should exist in
all positions (light circuit). Replace wiper switch if continuity is
not as specified.

Fig. 12: Identifying Rear Wiper Switch & Relay Terminals

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Montero & Montero Sport

Remove lower column cover. Remove upper column cover. Loosen
screws indicated by arrow in illustration. See Fig. 13. Remove rear
wiper/washer switch. Operate switch and check continuity according to
illustration. See Fig. 13.
Fig. 13: Inspecting Rear Wiper/Washer Switch (Montero Shown; Montero
Sport Is Similar)
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3000GT
 1) Remove wiper switch from instrument panel and disconnect
wiper switch. Place wiper switch in OFF position. Continuity should
exist between terminals No. 4 and 5. See Fig. 12. Place wiper switch
in ON position. Continuity should exist between terminals No. 5 and 6.
2) Place wiper switch in INT position. Continuity should
exist between terminals No. 4 and 5, and between terminals No. 7 and
8. Depress washer switch. Continuity should exist between terminals
No. 2 and 6. Continuity between terminals No. 1 and 3 should exist in
all positions (light circuit).

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

FRONT WIPER MOTOR

Removal & Installation
Remove wiper motor bolts. Pull motor out slightly. Disconnect
wiper linkage from motor assembly and remove motor. To install,
reverse removal procedure.

FRONT WIPER SWITCH

NOTE: Front wiper switch is part of combination switch on steering
column. See STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article.

REAR WIPER MOTOR

Removal & Installation
Remove wiper blade and arm assembly. Remove tailgate trim, 2
bolts and wiper motor. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure
grommet is in good condition.

REAR WIPER SWITCH

Removal & Installation
Pry rear wiper switch from instrument panel and disconnect
wiper switch wiring connector. To install switch, reverse removal
procedure.

WIRING DIAGRAMS
Fig. 14: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Diamante)
Fig. 15: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Eclipse - Front Wiper)
Fig. 16: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Eclipse - Rear Wiper)
Fig. 17: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Galant)
Fig. 18: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Mirage - 2-Speed)
Fig. 19: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Mirage - Intermittent)
Fig. 20: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Montero - Front & Rear
Wipers)
Fig. 21: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Montero - Headlight
Washers)
Fig. 22: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Montero Sport - Front
Wiper)
Fig. 23: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (Montero Sport - Rear
Wiper)
Fig. 24: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (3000GT - Front Wiper)
Fig. 25: Wiper/Washer System Wiring Diagram (3000GT - Rear Wiper)