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I then picked up my sport and noticed that the radio did not work, had to have the code, I done as the above poster did, somewhat, I pulled the cup holders out half way, gently pried the plate up from the radio, using a flashlight, the serial numbers were revealed, Yeehaa! What was better was the service manager at the Mitsubishi dealer in Jackson, Ms gave me the code after giving him the serial #, where the guy in Meridian Ms, more or less said if I would bring it in that they could do it for $80.
Anyway, I now have my sound, fully serviced ride and ready to go.
Good Luck.
I found a pristine '03 XLS AWD with 47,000 miles for $12K and it drives like a dream. I was hoping to get some feedback on the '03 model. Any info is greatly appreciated.
SO i took it to an electrician and he told me that my original alternator had caused a short in a wire that ran from the ignition to the alternator and that everytime a new alternator was put on, the short in that wire was frying the alternator. So he charged me 225 to find and fix the short. Firestone put a new alternator in under warranty and my car drove for about 2 weeks. Now my car is back at the electrician and he has tried to give me two reasons why it still isnt fixed:
1) my battery(even though it checks out perfectly fine at both places it was checked at) has a loose connection in it and might be causing the alternator to go bad everytime.
2)but then they sent my alternator to a "specialist" and apparently he thinks the problem is that there is an oil leak in my motor and oil is getting into my alternator causing the problem. Yet four alternators have been pulled off my car and only this last one has anyone said anything about oil being it it. I would think that the people at firestone would have noticed when they pulled off the others that there was oil in them. plus i have no oil dripping from my car, so i dont see how this could be the problem.
If anyone has had the similar problem or has any idea what might be causing this problem please let me know because i am about to have to buy another new alternator because firestone wont warranty it anymore and probably have them fix something they say is the problem again only for it to break in 2 weeks anyways. Ive spent close to 1000 already and have got no solutions. Please help me.
Thanks,
John
Thanks!
CG
As for the lights blinking do you have an alarm?if so you need to disconnx it.
The neutral light staying on, that happen to me when my trans went out then the other day I read the info on my visor it says when the trans is overheating that's what happens it also says what you should do. But all in all sounds like you have an electrical issue. :shades:
We've had similar problems with my wife's 2000 Montero Sport XLS. It does have 166K miles on it, but we have maintained it extremely well with 30k, 60k, 90k, 120k & 150K service maintenance and were hoping to get 200 - 250K. Nine months ago, Sept 2006, we had to replace the battery and alternator. Six weeks ago, the alternator went out again. Luckily it was under warranty and CarMax (former Mitsu dealer with certified tech) swapped it out. They indicated it was due to a SLOW oil leak from the CAMSHAFT SEAL. At the time I had seen no indication of any oil leak, had not been having to add oil, was a little reluctant to spend the $475 to get it fixed so I opted not to have it repaired at that time. I took the technician's advice seriously, so I parked it on cardboard to detect oil leakage. Nothing. Two weeks ago, when having the oil changed, I was told my battery checked out marginal and was starting to go bad. It was only 9 months old and under warranty so I took it back to where I purchased. They tested it while still in the car, agreed it was bad, and replaced free of charge. Thinking the alternator might be going bad and affecting the battery, I had them check the alternator and it was fine. The following day we left for vacation and had no problems during our 1,000 mile trip. However, the day after returning, the brake light and battery lights both came on. Also, the radio and radar detector went on and off on their own. When my wife stopped to pick up our children and turned the engine off, she couldn't get it restarted. I was able to jump it off and drive it back to CarMax. Alternator was bad and had drained the battery. They blamed it on the camshaft seal leak and a remanufactured alternator rather than a new alternator. Since the vehicle was showing no signs of oil leakage on the cardboard where I had been parking it, plus I was a little skeptical regarding a new alternator vs remanufactured alternator, I decided to get a 2nd opinion. I asked CarMax Service Mgr to try putting a slow charge back on the battery, but she refused so I had it towed to Firestone. They said it was a BAD oil leak and agreed I needed to use a new alternator. Since this confirmed what I had already been told, I was less skeptical and had them replace the alternator. They showed me oil on back of alternator. But Firestone, whose slogan is 'Complete Auto Care', said they couldn't fix the leak and weren't exactly sure where it was originating. After replacing the alternator, they were successful putting a slow charge on the battery. So I called another reputable mechanic shop in business for 30 yrs - Lawson's. Drove it there. They indicated it was a BAD oil leak from the HEAD GASKET SEAL not the CAMSHAFT SEAL as CarMax stated and they were unable to do the work. Who to believe? We had recently moved to a new house and I found out my next door neighbor used to build racecar engines. Today, we put Montero up on jack stands, got under it with fluorescent lighting and saw oil everywhere. How the oil never reached the ground or cardboard is an absolute miracle. It was creating a pool in the kickplate. We were able to see a small crack in the exhaust manifold and oil appeared to be coming out from around the camshaft cover on the passenger side. My neighbor explained there had to be internal damage causing it - like worn rings causing oil to 'spill' and create 'blow-by'. He said I would need to have the engine replaced or rebuilt, or trade the vehicle in and purchase another. We ended up making a deflector for the alternator to keep oil from blowing into it, and added Rislone seal leak repair to the oil. Essentially, two weeks ago my wife and I were thinking we had a good remanufactured alternator but a bad battery. Now we are contemplating putting in a new engine for @ $3500 or buying a new $30,000 vehicle. And then there's the thought the transmission has $166k mile on it and might not last too long. Haven't check prices on transmission work. The most frustrating part is, over the past couple of months we've already spent $2,000 on tires and some body work.
Have you found any resolution to your electrical/alternator problem yet?
Engine- weak in 2hi especially 1-2 shift. Manumatic mode helps out. Rattles when sunroof is closed, little rough riding hitting expansion joints. Not so best. $13,800 w/3500.00 trade in. 68000 mi. Black/beige beige leather.
I don't recall exactly, but the fuse you're looking for may be at position 15, which is at the lower left of the upper box.
If replacing this fuse works, let me know, as my mirrors quit working too but I'm too lazy to want to remove the (lower) dash cover.
I am trying to help my mother with her 2002 montero sport and one thing is driving me particularly nuts. I can't find where her windshield washer fluid tank is so I can refill it. Anyone know where I can find it?
Thanks a bunch!
Disgruntled in SC
As soon as I solve it, I will post again with description and a solution for this problem.
I want to replace the horn relay, but I can't seem to find where it is located. Can anyone help me with this?
I called the local Mitsubishi dealer, and he said it is under the hood with the rest of the relays, next to the battery. I looked there, but I don't see it. Please help! :confuse:
I have had my Montero ES for about 7 years. I have over 185000 miles on it. I have drove it everywhere and I try to take care of it so well.
recently i found out that the check engine light has come on and mechanic tells me that its because of the catalytic convertor (Im not sure what bay) but anyways I was wondering how much there were and if I have to get them from the dealership. Also i have replaced rotors maybe three times since i have had this truck and the pads every year. I was wondering if I anyone could help me figure out what are the best brake pads and rotors for this truck. I live among the hills and when I come down the hills I have to brake alot so i needed something that is better then what the dealership has.
Also since i bought the truck, if I go up a incline, then i heard this weird noise under the truck, GOD knows what it is cause I as sure don't!! I love this thing, and depend on it for everything but i don't know if i should buy dealer parts or after market kinds. HELP!!
If you have another ignition key (if you bought car new, it should have come with two keys) try it with another key. If it still does not start, then you going to have to take it somewhere where the electrical system can be checked.
I have seen several post about Montero Sports horn getting stuck or randomly blowing for no reason. I have the same issue with my 2000 MS. I have not found any post on the forum with any answers on how to fix.
I currently drive with my fuse taken out as I dont want to spend huge bucks to have the dealer work on it due to the air bag. :confuse:
Does anyone know how to take the air bag cover off without setting it off? If so can you please let me know my car inspection is about to expire and I need to get this fixed but on a budget.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Regards,
Scott
My 02 Monty has developed a noise, almost like a rattling noise at start up when engine it is cold. I was told that this is not something that may hurt the performance, but it bugs me!!!
If I start the vehicle after sitting for a while will have this noise. In order to avoid it quickly, I have to shut down the engine and start it again. Sometimes it takes up to 3 times to have it gone away.