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Speedometer Check

Adjust the pressure of tires to the specified level. Refer to WHEEL AND TIRE .

CAUTION: Do not operate the clutch suddenly. Do not increase/decrease speed rapidly while testing.
  1. Set the vehicle onto a speedometer tester and use wheel chocks to hold the rear wheels.
    Fig 1: Identifying Vehicle Onto Speedometer Tester
    G01890394Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  2. To prevent the front wheel from moving from side to side, attach tension bars to the tie-down hook, and secure both ends to anchor plates.
    Fig 2: Identifying Tension Bars Attaching To Vehicle Tie-Down Hook
    G01890396Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  3. To prevent the vehicle from moving, attach a chain or wire to the rear retraction hook, and make sure the end of the chain or wire is secured.
  4. Check if the speedometer indicator range is within the standard values.

    Standard value: 

    Fig 3: Speedometer Indicator Range Standard Value Reference Table
    G01890395Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  5. If not to the standard value, inspect for proper tire size. If not correct, replace the tires with original size tires and retest. If correct, replace the speedometer. If still not to standard value, replace the vehicle speed sensor.