stoogesman Posted February 9, 2020 Share Posted February 9, 2020 Does anyone know if the two solenoids are available that are related to the 4x4 actuation on this car? Vacuum lines and fuses all check out ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoogesman Posted February 9, 2020 Author Share Posted February 9, 2020 These are the solenoids that sit I'm the engine bay up by the driver side firewall and strut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptoe Posted February 9, 2020 Share Posted February 9, 2020 For centre diff lock on awd model or locking in rear wheels on manual part time fwd? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el_freddo Posted February 9, 2020 Share Posted February 9, 2020 (edited) Dunno that you can get them new. But the single range part time L’s use the same setup. They could be a good source of parts. The other option is to retro fit a set of vacuum actuators from a Pajero Montero/Shogun/Pajero Gen 3 to 4. The front diff actuators on these use a very similar set of vacuum solenoids that could be made to work the way you need them to. Like this: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/MR430381-MB937731-Vacuum-Switch-Solenoid-Valve-FOR-Mitsubishi-Pajero-L200-L300/143290382011?fits=Model%3APajero&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item215cc5b6bb:g:svcAAOSw7QVc~1Lj if you can’t find it, eBay search Pajero vacuum and you should find something very similar to what’s on your strut tower. Cheers Bennie Edited February 9, 2020 by el_freddo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoogesman Posted February 9, 2020 Author Share Posted February 9, 2020 3 hours ago, Steptoe said: For centre diff lock on awd model or locking in rear wheels on manual part time fwd? My car has the push button, so I'd be looking for the solenoids for the part time setup. Tried eBay but can't seem to find the part. Not sure what to call it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoogesman Posted February 9, 2020 Author Share Posted February 9, 2020 Looking for the ones in this area. Orange and yellow arrows... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptoe Posted February 9, 2020 Share Posted February 9, 2020 Something I am yet so see in the flesh. Vacuum solenoids would be a pretty close term Can I suggest you put up a want ad with that sort of wording in title? There are only so many ways a vacuum solenoids will work Some air just switching vacuum when powered up, possibly when power goes off. Two port pipe connections Some have a little hat on a third port so one side sees atmosphere when on or off You may want to look closer at what you have. Mark them to identify. If they share same wire colours and plug they may likely be the same if you have two working opposite each other. Test them electrical by adding 12v to them, see if they click or blow a fuse you added to the power up just then. Many cars this era used vacuum solenoids for all sorts of vacuum control. Most are 12 v but if ecu controlled may be 5 v ??? Many of us have found solenoids elsewhere to do the job....may need wiring correct plug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el_freddo Posted February 10, 2020 Share Posted February 10, 2020 Both solenoids have the little atmospheric hat on one end. The other end goes to the diaphragm actuator. Then there’s a vacuum in hose line too. Cheers Bennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoogesman Posted February 10, 2020 Author Share Posted February 10, 2020 1 hour ago, el_freddo said: Both solenoids have the little atmospheric hat on one end. The other end goes to the diaphragm actuator. Then there’s a vacuum in hose line too. Cheers Bennie Thanks ! I'm looking to purchase the car and the current owner says he thinks it's the solenoids. I'm leery to get and not be able to get them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoogesman Posted February 10, 2020 Author Share Posted February 10, 2020 The owner said he was able to get the car into 4x4 by going under the car and actuating it on the transmission. He assumes it's the solenoid. He said vacuum lines looked good. Not sure what else it could be. Can the car stay in 4x4 permanently? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el_freddo Posted February 10, 2020 Share Posted February 10, 2020 It could be the actuator diaphragm that’s leaking. To me, this is the harder part to get. Permanent 4wd use won’t be nice on engine and gearbox mounts, drive shafts, tyres and the body overall. You will accelerate wear on all of these items. Cheers Bennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoogesman Posted February 10, 2020 Author Share Posted February 10, 2020 1 minute ago, el_freddo said: It could be the actuator diaphragm that’s leaking. To me, this is the harder part to get. Permanent 4wd use won’t be nice on engine and gearbox mounts, drive shafts, tyres and the body overall. You will accelerate wear on all of these items. Cheers Bennie That's what I was afraid of. He said weeks ago everything was working. Now when you push the button it doesn't go into 4x4. He mentioned a week defroster vent too. Which might be related to the leak you mentioned. I'm 5.5 hours from the car so I can't diagnose easily. This was my first car at 16 and really was interested in getting her. It's in pretty decent condition for a 1991. Good frame and body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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