1998 Mitsubishi Truck Montero Sport XLS 4WD V6-3.0L SOHC Copyright 2011, ALLDATA 10.

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Ignition System: Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

Diagnosis
16. ACCELERATION SHOCK

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS

The most likely causes for this case:

- Malfunction of the ignition system.

DIAGNOSIS

Required Special Tool: MB991502 Scan Tool (MUT-II)

STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991502, read the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the scan tool, turn the ignition switch "OFF" before connecting or disconnecting the scan tool.

- If DTC is not output, go to Step 2.

- If DTC is output, refer to Inspection Chart for Diagnostic Trouble Code.

STEP 2. Check the following items.

(1) Check the following items, and repair or replace the defective items.
a. Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.
b. Check for occurrence of ignition leak.
(2) Then confirm that the malfunction symptom is eliminated.