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Intake Charge Pressure Control System Check

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  1. Removing the black hose from the No.1 turbocharger wastegate solenoid or the brown connector, connect three-way joint between the hose and the solenoid.
    Fig 1: Connecting Pressurized Type Hand Vacuum Pump With Three-Way Joint
    G05393657Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  2. Connect the pressurized type hand vacuum pump with the three-way joint.
  3. Use the turbocharger wastegate actuator control boost nipple of air outlet fitting to remove the boost hose. Plug this nipple.
    CAUTION: Do not apply the pressure of 117kPA or more to prevent the diaphragm damage.
  4. Blocking or releasing the boost hose end, apply the pressure. Check the pressurized state.
    IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CHART

    Engine state Boost hose end Normal state
    Stopped: Ignition switch in "ON" position Opened Pressure leaks
    Closed Pressure maintained
    Rapid racing Pressure leaks
  5. Put the ignition switch in "LOCK" (OFF) position.
  6. Disconnect the connector of No.1 turbocharger wastegate solenoid or the brown connector.
  7. Blocking or releasing the boost hose end, apply the pressure. Check the pressurized state. Plug the boost hose end while driving.
    Fig 2: Locating Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator And Boost Hose
    G05393658Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CHART

    Engine state Boost hose end Normal state
    Stopped: Ignition switch in "ON" position Opened Pressure leaks
    Closed Pressure maintained
    4000r/min after warming up engine Pressure leaks
    NOTE: Unless the pressurized state is normal, the turbocharger wastegate actuator, turbocharger wastegate solenoid or the hose might have a malfunction.
    Fig 3: Identifying Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid Valve (No.1)
    G05393659Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.