Fuses and relays Mitsubishi Pajero / Montero / Shogun 3 (V60/V70), 1999 - 2006

The Pajero is a mid-size SUV and the flagship model of Mitsubishi's lineup. First introduced at the 1976 Tokyo Motor Show, it was sold under various names in international markets, including Montero in Spain, India, and the Americas (excluding Brazil), and Shogun in the UK. This article provides detailed fuse box diagrams and relay layouts for the third-generation Mitsubishi Pajero / Montero / Shogun (V60/V70 platform; 1999–2006 model years).

Below are the component locations and photos of the fuse and relay boxes. Fuses for the “Cigarette Lighter” and “Fuel Pump” are highlighted in bold.

Engine Compartment

Component location.

Main Fuse Box

Located adjacent to the battery. Remove the protective cover to access the fuses.

General view.

Diagram
No.	Description	Amps
R1	A/C condenser fan motor relay (High speed)
R2	Horn relay
R3	A/C condenser fan motor relay (Low speed)
R4	Multifunction control unit 1
R5	Windshield wiper / windshield de-icer relay
R6	A/C compressor magnetic clutch relay
R7	Spare
1	Engine compartment fuse/relay box 1, fog lights, headlights, tail lights (2001), multifunction control unit 1 (2002+)	120
2	Engine compartment fuse/relay box 1	60
3	Ignition switch	40
4	Power seats, power windows	40
5	Engine Control Module (ECM)	20
6	Engine Control Module (ECM)	20
7	Empty	-
8	Auxiliary equipment	15
9	Fuel filter heater	25
10	Air conditioning (A/C)	25
11	Air conditioning (A/C)	20
12	Windshield wiper / windshield de-icer relay	15
13	Empty	-
14	Automatic transmission	20
15	Generator / Alternator, central locking, turn signals / hazard lights	10
16	Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), brake lights	15
17	Audio system, cigarette lighter fuse, clock	10
18	A/C system, audio system, central locking, clock, ESP control unit, interior lights, multifunction control unit 1, transfer case control unit	10
19	Air conditioning (A/C)	10
20	Front fog lights	20
21	Warning buzzer	10
22	Windshield wiper / washer	20
23	Engine management system, tail light (right)	10
24	Tail light (left)	10
25	Low beam headlight (left)	10
26	Low beam headlight (right)	10
27	High beam headlight (left)	10
28	High beam headlight (right)	10
29	Spare	-
30	Engine coolant heater	40

Auxiliary Relay Box

Located behind the protective cover above the main fuse box.

 
Description:
R1 – Fuel pump booster relay;
R2 – Fuel injector relay;
R3 – Emergency brake system relay;
R4 – Spare;
R5 – Engine control relay;
R6 – Electronic throttle control unit relay;
R7 – Spare.

Individual fuses and relays may be located outside these main boxes (e.g., ABS pump motor relay or emergency braking system relay). High-current fusible links are also located on the battery positive terminal: 40/60 A for the ABS and 80 A for the glow plugs.

Passenger Compartment

Located under the dashboard on the driver's side.

General view of the passenger compartment fuse box.

Diagram
No.	Description	Amps
R1	Rear fog light relay
R2	Power window relay
R3	Generator / Alternator relay
R4	Rear A/C blower motor relay
R5	Rear window defogger relay
R6	Front A/C blower motor relay
R7	Ignition accessory (ACC) relay
1	Rear window wiper / washer	15
2	Spare	-
3	Audio system / Radio	10
4	Cigarette lighter fuse	15
5	A/C system, ABS, emergency braking system, fuel filter heater, windshield de-icer, multifunction control unit 1, transfer case control unit	10
6	Cruise control system, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system, instrument cluster, immobilizer (2002+ 4D56T), differential lock control unit, 4WD control unit, SRS airbag system, throttle solenoid valve, vehicle speed sensor (VSS)	10
7	Engine control system	20
8	Reverse lights	10
9	Rear fog light	10
10	Central locking system	20
11	Rear window defogger	30
12	Blower motor / Heater	30
13	Power sunroof	20
14	Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	10
15	Heated seats	20
16	Heated side mirrors	10
17	Spare	-
18	Spare	-
19	Spare	-
20	Spare	-

Control Unit Locations

General layout of electronic control units (ECUs).