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I am impressed with your 90mph ave from LA, I also drove that part a lot from LA to the Bay Area while going to school down there. Never went that fast though. They use radar and tracking planes on that section so be carefull there too. Perhaps if you open the large Monte sun roof you can see the planes at 90mph
My own experience is that the Monte is really only "underpowered" for towing and if you want to drive uphill fast, generally about the speed limits.
I had the same problem with my computer display which was verified by David the service writer at Roseville Mitsubishi. The Dealer ordered a refurbished one (only way they come) and after a three week wait (the dealer has to send it in and wait for an rebuild one to exchange) it was replaced. The new one worked for a few weeks and has since stopped working again!! The dealer said that the sending unit in the gas tank could be bad, hope so. I hated waiting and having to bring our Montero back in for service. Which I am going to have to do next Monday to replace the power steering tank.
David the Service Advisor said that they have had to replace several of the trip computers for this problem in the past but once replaced, they usually work without any more problems (I must be lucky)
Anyone good luck with getting yours replaced.
I don't know if I understand correctly. Did they take your computer display out and send it in to get a refurbished one? They did not take mine out, only ordered "new" one, or so they told me. Didn't say how long it would be before the new one would come in. I hope I don't have to bring my monty back it to remove old display.
The vehicle uses a complex calculation that involves the Total Distance Driven and the Total Fuel Consumed, witch are both cumulative numbers, to determine the Fuel Mileage of the vehicle. In some cases it may be necessary to reset the RV meter to reset an in proper fuel mileage number that could be locked into the system.
NOTE: Be prepared to calibrate the compass. This procedure should be done in an area that will permit the operator to drive in a tight circle.
1) With the key in the "OFF" position, push and hold the "DISP" button on the RV Meter.
2)Turn the key to the "ACC" position and continue to hold the "DISP" button until you hear a beep tone.(approx. 10 seconds).
3) Follow the instructions on the screen, Turn the key to the "ON" position.
4) After "System Connection" test has been completed the compass calibration screen will be displayed.
5)Press the "CAL COMP" button and follow the on-screen instructions. If you do not press the "CAL COMP" button within 7 seconds a blank screen will be displayed. If you are not in an area that will allow the vehicle to be driven in a tight circle, you can drive to a location that will allow this and push th "CAL COMP" button again.
Note: After the initial reset function the "miles" display will be "----". This is because the system is calculating the miles remaining. After about 30 seconds a new milage number will be displayed. If no milage number appears, make sure there is more than 25 liters of fuel in the gas tank.
I hope this helps LEN
Very comparable to other high priced SUVs and great reviews available on the net made my decision easier.
I just showed the dealer how much I can buy one at CarMax and asked to beat it, which they did. I wanted 0/0/0 financing and they wanted to charge more, then I walked off. Got a call next day, hehe.
Hope this helps,
Dong Shin
. Cannot be combined with any other financing program. Your participating Mitsubishi Retailer can provide you with additional details.
Joe
Interesting, I put in a small amount of gas on the way home over the weekend. This amount did not initially reset the miles to go info but after a little driving time it reset accurately. I'm not sure how but it did. I had previously understood by some that if you not putting in something like 6 gallons or more you could throw off the accuracy but I guess not.
For those of you replacing the unit see if they can get the GPS system from Europe. Was over there several months ago and they have the Pajero with a GPS that would fit the Montero as they are the same. I only wish they were offered over here. Maybe next year?
Apparently the Gabrelle (?sp) commercial valved shock fits and works very well. The guy I spoke with said it took out all the un needed sway but did not make the Montero too harsh.
This is a gas shock so I was worried it might be too stiff.
As for kyoung7, we faced the same issue with our dealer who said no rebate with financing. All in all, we were lucky because we got a car that had been on the lot awhile and I am sure that the dealer had the manufacturer kick in more to just get a single car off the lot. (They can do this but would never tell you.)
The ads say they cannot combine the deals and that is pretty much the policy at the other dealers we shopped around at. When given the choice, I would choose the financing deal even if you were going to pay cash. $1500 rebate does nothing especially if are financing the car at more than 0%. I think your best bet is to take the "free" money over 60 months. Everyone I talked to including my banker friends mentioned that a 60 month 0% deal with nothing down is about as good as it is ever going to get. Another option is to buy a late model used '01 Monty with cash as there are a bunch out there (at least in the bay area).
http://capa.com.au/
Pajero site, interesting, some future features on the Montero may end up here first. Wish the GPS was offered over here.
http://www.pajero.com/english/top.html
I was happy to hear that the Montero took 1-5 in Dakar as did KTM motorcycle (my other passion)
Do you have, or can you get the Gabriel Shock catalog or part number that fit the 2001 Montero (so that we can cross reference to other manufacturers)?
Thanks in advance
-Phonos
On Shocks, Gabrielle tells me they dont make a Montero 01 shock but the local shop found some. The guy should be back in today so I will find out which part number he used if he can remember now. I think that these companies have proper shocks but they have not checked measurements on the OEM to date so they dont have a public fittment recomendation yet. Will update later.
On Mileage, well I found out how much wind resistence affects mileage. Heading to the Bay Area with the wind a couple of weeks ago. Could not belive it when I got 21 mpg at 70-75 mph! Could see the grass blowing my way on the side of the road. Usually getting 18-20 at 65-75. Changed to Mobil 1 full synthetic now. Dont have enough time to tell if this makes any difference. I doubt it will on mileage but definitely on wear.
Where can I purchase brake pads (f&r) for my 2001 Montero? I've checked the usual places but they say they don't have replacement pads. They said the only place to get them is from the dealer. Is this accurate?
Also, I thought the brakes would whine when they needed to be replaced. Mine aren't making noise yet but the dealer says I need to get the front brakes replaced (32K+ miles). Finally, do I need to get the rotors turned if the pads are replaced or do I only need to do this if the vehicle shakes when braking?
Thanks,
R.C.
http://www.cbsnews.com/now/story/0,1597,72161-412,00.shtml
I've called the dealer that I bought it from but since it was a used car they have no records of the code.
I was then told that I would have to get the serial number off the back of the stereo and bring it to them to look it up. By the way, I was quoted $95 for them to perform this task.
On a small scale, this has the feel of some kind of scam.
One of the sales guy initially told me that all I would need is the VIN for the service department to look it up.
So, what's the deal here? Does anyone have any further insight about this.
Thanks in advance for your input.
rbc3az: re brakes. Dont feel bad the GJC brake pads and rotors are needing to be replaced at 12-15K. Seems they used cheap metal. My personal opinion is that you dont need to turn unless you have a warped rotor. If you cant feel it it is probably ok. Everytime you turn them the get thinner so I would not do it just for the heck of it. I dont know where you can get pads as I have not had to replace mine yet. My friend with a 95 Montero did his own but I dont know if the pads are the same.
Im sure someone here will have info on pads
Same story about maybe CU does some things to increase cirucation of CR. Who knows? I don't think they have tested every SUV out there. There are probably several more that will fail if and when tested. Have to wait for their need for another circulation booster.
Changing topics,
Last time I was in for service I asked the sales manager about trading my 2001 LTD with 25,000 miles in on a 2002 for 0% 60 month financing (I have 3.9% for 48 mo. with about 30 payments left).
The dealer didn't seem very interested in the deal. Said he could give about $20,000 on the 2001 in trade which would make it about a push.
Any thoughts?
Lenny
I bought a 1993 Montero SR two months ago with 102,000 miles. Lately, I have been hearing some noise which comes on and off. The noise arrives in a random pattern, mostly appearing when I am cruising above 50 miles per hour. I have been driving it mostly on 2WD. The noise sounds like clashing gears. The noise did not come up during my test drive with the seller. I also had the vehicle inspected by a dealer but the noise did not manifest itself either during the inspection. I told the dealer dealer about the noise. They have no idea what it is. They needed to hear it. Unfortunately, the noise just comes and goes. Any idea what it is? Thanks.
http://www.outdoorwire.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=69&t=004300
"I caught a bit of something a week ago about the Consumer Reports CRAP! If I remember they were dissing CR for BS.. and I got a REAL CLOSE GOOD LOOK at that 2001 montero... that thing looks like it WAS in low 4.. when it spins 180 smoke is coming off of the front tires (spinning out).. and one of the rims looks like it gets ripped right off.. like they had it in low range and just tomped it into the corner... jackarses!"
-89pajero
I'm glad to see you couldnt notice the difference.
Hey for gas mileage try this, I towed a 3000lb trailer with a frontal area at least twice the Monteros. WOW, I thought I was in a big rig.
I discussed the problems with the computer with Dave the Service Advisor at Roseville Mitsubishi, who confirmed that he has started seeing alot of the same problems with other 2001 Montero's. The real madding part is that Mitsubishi doesn't stock new computers (or radios) but makes the dealer send the defective unit in to be replaced by a refurbished one. This means that if your radio or computer goes out, you have to wait until the factory gets a refurbished one back from their suppliers (2 to 4 weeks). Man I'm I glad my radio hasn't gone out.
Has anyone else had to have the computer replaced more than once. I'd like to know.
Thanks and good luck to other Montero owners.
http://www.outdoorwire.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=forum&f=69
that has started some interesting discussions including one on independent rear suspension modification.
Seems button actuated rear locker is available elsewhere in the world but not the U.S. Sure would like that rather than "hybrid" LSD.
the instructions posted on this board. When I called the dealer to cancel the order for the new one, they told me the new one had already come in. They had not taken mine out of my vehicle and I want to say that it was only a week later when I called. Unless they were not telling me the truth about the new one being in.
They were probably shocked that I fixed it myself! Anyway, they didn't tell me that they needed to send one in to get it refurbished.
For anyone else, I have the 4 volume set of manuals. I would be happy to look things up like this given the time. I think a few others have the shop manuals as well. The computer reset is in there and some other interesting things.
phonos, I brought over the advertisments from Europe. They have some accessories we dont have either. I wish I could post some of the pictures, perhaps I could get my digital camera out when I get free time....which is usually never.