MN135871 Mitsubishi TANK,AIR INTAKE SURGE, Price: 885.97$, Weight: 3.22kg
| Make | Number | Name | Availability | Weight, kg | Ship in, Days | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mitsubishi |
MN135871 |
TANK,AIR INTAKE SURGE |
2 |
3.22 |
2-3 |
885.97$ |
Compatibility
| Market | Model Year From | Model Year To | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (MEXICO) | 09.2007 | 10.2018 | View |
| Frame | Market | Model | Model Year From | Modification | Plant | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V90# | Australia | V87W | 10.2006 | 3800/SHORT WAGON<07M-> | MMAL | View |
| Frame | Market | Model | Model Year From | Model Year To | Modification | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V80,90# | Europe (EUROPE) | V87W | 09.2006 | 03.2021 | 3800/SHORT WAGON<07M-> | View |
| Frame | Market | Model | Model Year From | Model Year To | Modification | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V90# | General (EXPORT) | V97W | 08.2006 | 06.2021 | 3800/LONG WAGON<07M-> | View |
| Frame | Market | Model | Model Year From | Model Year To | Modification | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V80# | General (EXPORT) | V87W | 09.2006 | 04.2021 | 3800/SHORT WAGON<07M-> | View |
Air Intake Surge Tank (Engine Plenum Chamber)
This intake surge tank is a key part of the engine air path. It is needed to store and balance airflow before it enters the intake manifold runners. By smoothing pulsations from the throttle and intake valves, it helps the engine breathe evenly, improving low‑rpm torque, throttle response, and stable idle.
How It Works ⚙️
The chamber acts like a buffer: it holds a reserve of air and reduces pressure waves created during intake strokes. This supports more consistent air distribution between cylinders, helping the ECU keep fueling accurate and combustion clean.
Signs of a Faulty Unit
If cracked, warped, or leaking at seals, unmetered air can enter the engine. That may cause rough idle, hesitation, lean mixture codes, whistling noises, reduced power, and higher fuel use. In severe cases, prolonged lean running can overheat valves and damage catalytic components.
Why Replacement Matters ✅
Restoring a tight, properly shaped surge chamber brings back correct airflow balance, improves drivability, and protects the engine from hidden vacuum leaks.
Compatible Models
- Pajero/Montero<Short>
- Pajero
- Montero
- Pajero/Montero<Long>
- Pajero/Montero