Table of faults (Mitsubishi Pajero 4)

The table shows the symptoms and possible causes of malfunctions, and the number of ways to troubleshoot. Check the parts and replace damaged parts if necessary.

Sign	Suspicious node
Clutch hesitates or binds	1. Loose engine mounting. 2. Clutch disc vibrations. 3. The clutch disc is contaminated with oil or is badly worn. 4. The clutch disc pressure spring is damaged. 5. The clutch disc has hardened. 6. The upper part of the diaphragm spring is not installed correctly.
Weakening of the clutch pedal	1. Air in the clutch oil line. 2. The master cylinder cover is damaged. 3. The working cylinder cover is damaged.
Abnormal noise during operation	1. The clutch release bearing is faulty, damaged or dirty. 2. The clutch disc pressure spring is damaged.
The clutch is slipping	1. The free travel of the clutch pedal is not adjusted. 2. The clutch disc is contaminated with oil. 3. The clutch disc is worn out. 4. The diaphragm spring is damaged. 5. The clutch working disc is deformed. 6. The flywheel is deformed.
The clutch does not disengage	1. The free travel of the clutch pedal is not adjusted. 2. Air in the clutch oil line. 3. The master cylinder cover is damaged. 4. The working cylinder cover is damaged. 5. The clutch disc is deformed. 6. The clutch disc is dirty or burnt out. 7. The clutch disc is contaminated with oil. 8. The clutch disc is worn out. 9. There is no grease in the grooves of the clutch disc.