MM4x4's Automate - Installed - Very detailed

Hi all,
today's video is quite long but covers off the install of the MM4x4 Automate lock up kit from start to finish into the NT Mitsubishi PAjero
I recommend checking out MM4x4's detailed video on the use of the automate kit as it will be far more detailed than anything I can provide.
Here is the link to that video
• Mitsubishi Pajero NT+ ...
Ebay Links
obd2 Reader
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OBD2 extension cable with switch
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I will of course, cover some in the field testing after I've had some time to test it out.

[@AndrewHartney]

Hey Brett just wanted to say massive thanks. My instruction booklet did not arrive so I installed entirely from your video. Most helpful. Regards Andrew

[@steveberg2685]

Thanks Brett, Another detailed video to help us reluctant DIYers gain the confidence to give it a go. Looking forward to your opinion on how it all works.

[@DENMONKEY]

Thanks Steve, That is my hope mate. I get that very same confidence from watching others videos and that's a major motivation for doing the utube thing. If a bozzo like me can do it, anyone can

[@steveberg2685]

@@DENMONKEY Hi Brett, been a while since the install and I'm wondering what your thoughts are at this point. I seem to recall hearing you mention in another later video that there was a problem with the kit but I can't find it now. Cheers, Steve

[@mattyP_7428]

Great video Brett you made look easy, this 52 year old, overweight and inflexible fool thought he would have a crack after watching your vid several times. Well its installed and works a treat, I did lose the little black piece that sits on top of white gear shift lever so cant use the gear knob until the new part arrives - can still change gears just cant use the gear knob. I think I would rather do prison time than try to contort my body do that resistor install and gearbox pigg back clip again. Had to raise the white flag and ask the wife for help - no one should ever have to do that.....works a treat - great bit of kit.

[@stevesaffell9598]

Thanks for the video Brett, it was invaluable helping me with my install. The issue with getting the plug in, in front of the shifter was a problem for me too until I got my wife with much small hands to just get in there and plug it straight in. I haven't had chance to give it a proper run yet but looking forward to it especially when towing the caravan.

[@DENMONKEY]

Hi Steve, yes that was a challenge. I guess I could have opened more of the dash to get to it but who wants to do that. Hope the wife got some flowers for her effort. I know I took some skin off getting my hand up there. Let me know what you think.

[@byroneland9516]

Thanks mate! Great video. I have my kit turning up in a week or so, and now feeling a lot more confident to do it. Cheers

[@DENMONKEY]

No worries bryon. The instructions provided are pretty easy to follow and will documented.

[@chrishuang7932]

Thanks Brett. I just followed your video for the installation.

[@DENMONKEY]

Welcome Chris. Let me know what you think. Are you going to be towing?

[@LandtechnikinHighDefinition]

Hi Brett, I'm from germany and proud owner of a pajero NS. I use the lock-mate, unfortunately the auto-mate isn't available for the NS. Which fuel saving can you achive in normal use without a trailer? I'm really happy with the lock up kit, now you can feel the reel power of the engine and can hold the engine at it's higest torque at 2000RPM while driving up a hill. I'm amazed every time to see what's possible to do with the auto-mate and hope and wish that there also comes a version for the NS in the future.

[@jimclark6978]

I know we’ve all been stuck at home, I decided to order the Automate today with the extra cash I have from not filling up so much. Any further updates on how she’s doing after the install. Love the videos mate, keep them coming.

[@DENMONKEY]

Hey Jim, the follow up is getting close. With all the fires, starting a new job and now the covid, I've not had the chance to take the van for a run to get some testing done. I can tell you though, just from normal driving , it's much more responsive and enjoyable to drive with this installed. It's also pulled my fuel economy back by about 1L per 100kms not towing anything. I know that's not a lot but with all the extra weight I have on board, it gave me back some of what I'd lost through the mods. Any questions Jim, let me know. Of course Marshall is very responsive if you need assistance too.

[@craiggriffiths7278]

i have enjoyed your videos very much but I was wondering did you ever do a series of road tests once you installed your MM4x4's Automate.

[@DENMONKEY]

Hey Craig. In short NO. and my van hasnt really been out much since the install to do a proper review. We had fires here in Aus at the time or just after the install. then that went into covid and whilst that is still around, we've moved into floods. I know it sounds odd but that's been the past 3 years or so and we're still getting heaps of rain. plus add a dose of lazy in there and you know why. Ive just gone out and picked up 3 new obd2 readers to test, and was looking to maybe to a good job of it then so i can monitor trans temps on the move using the torque app. I'm way behind in videos at the moment and trying to get back into the swing of things. thanks for the compliment too

[@Milkobike]

Hi Mate, thanks for all the great videos. Keep up the good work. I’ve got an nt auto and interested in the auto lockup. Looking to get better economy towing. Want to monitor my auto box oil temps. What is the piece of kit you use....that little screen? And how are they hooked up....to the obd port I take it? Cheers Joel

[@DENMONKEY]

cheers Mike, yes it was just a little obd2 reader similar to this one ebay.us/lcBwEN . I couldnt find the exact one but this looks the same just a differnt colour . I have had mine a while and theres new ones out. You can then use the torque app on your phone to get the readings etc. to get trans temps though requires some additional work. You will find it on the pajero forum in vic . if you can't find it' let me know

[@lordieshepherd]

Fantastic review. Thanks very much for that. Isn't there a display that comes with it too, shows one on the MM website videos?

[@DENMONKEY]

Not with the one I got , or at least now when I got it. I haven't kept up to date with it, so can't be sure. Yo can change setting on mine using the controls and using the dash as a display

[@td3039]

Thanks for the great video Brett, I’ve been considering one of these recently and I think I’m now sold on the idea after seeing this. Have you tried it off road yet? Just wondering if it engages in low first or second for down hill engine braking?

[@DENMONKEY]

Hey Tony, good question. I' ve been talking with Marshall for info for when I do the follow up vid and had similar questions. I'll post his reply here, which should help Gear Changes The smoother change from 3rd to 4th was good to hear in your case, but generally the gear changes with the lockup kit engaged are more noticeable. Engine Braking It does improve engine braking in general driving and towing, but off-road it doesn’t make much difference. The ASIN transmission doesn't lockup in 1st gear, and this is when you'd want better braking off-road. Hence don't expect a big improvement here. (The JATCO in the Challenger and NS do lockup in 1st - so are better in this regard.) Off-road The torque converter is actually your friend when off-road. It absorbs driveline shock and the extra torque it produces can help - especially in deep sand. So I recommend people turn auto-mate OFF until they need to manage transmission temperatures. In the Vic high country, once the oil temp gets to 90degC or so, I turn it ON and climb in 2nd gear (so it locks up). It's rare to truely need 1st gear when climbing. 2nd gear lockup reduces the trans temp even while climbing, and I turn auto-mate OFF again once temps are lower.

[@td3039]

DENMONKEY Thanks for the reply Brett. I actually ordered one today and with the help of your installation video I look forward to having it up and running soon and trying out some of your tips. Cheers and keep the vids coming 👍

[@MudducksTouringAustralia]

Slightly different to the 200s one. Mine is dual speed, comes on at 80 or you can bring it on at 30 (which is a bit low on bituman). Should do good things for you. Cheers Steve

[@DENMONKEY]

Looking forward to testing it out, especially with the van. I can change the setting on it for when it comes on etc but have it left as standard for now. Once I get a feel for it, I'll make some adjustments to suit me. It's all adjusted via the cruise control settings I believe and I think the indicator stalk. I'm not getting into that part just yet. slow and steady and all that

[@joem5716]

hi brett, great vids and really detailed info which is great. I am also looking to get a MM4X4 KIT installed....however i would also like the info screen you have also that gives realtime info back of the temps etc. What is the brand or name of that and where did u get it from? cheers joe

[@DENMONKEY]

Hey Joe, thanks mate. The screen is the Android app 'torque' and I'm using it with a obd2 reader plugged into the paj. Hope that helps. Let me know if you need more detail.

[@joem5716]

​@@DENMONKEY Is that the smaller screen to the right of you as yr driving under the blue led button?

[@DENMONKEY]

On the right of my steering wheel is a amateur radio control head. The data is shown on the head unit(stereo) in the middle of the dash.

[@cameronsheehan4170]

Hi Brett, im really keen to hear your feedback regarding the Automate. Any approx time for that review? Cheers mate. Cam

[@DENMONKEY]

Hi Cameron, it won't be until the new year. I need to get the van out for some traveling before I think I can give it a fair review. With the fires and then covid the van hasn't been out in 12 months. Without the van though I'm loving it. Combined with the throttle controller, it feels completely different to drive and much more responsive. The controller gives the extra kick and the lock up puts the power through to the ground, so a nice combo. I'll get it done as soon as I can.

[@steevo1500]

Great Video Mate ... installed one today in my NT. Between your video and Marshall indepth instructions it was a breeze. ( Although I did manage to snap that little white plastic straw thingo on top of the gear selector ) ... now gotta figure out where to get one and how to fit it :( .. any suggestions? Its sitting in there and working atm but dont know how long for

[@DENMONKEY]

No worries Steve. Marshall's instructions are sine of the best I've seen. Can't really go wrong with them. No idea on that plastic tube thing. Other than the usual like mitsi or a wreckers. I couldn't even trek ya of they're the same in other cars, so you could pinch one from there. Taken her for a test drive yet?

[@shirtz69r]

Did you ever do an update video on this? Be interested

[@buggiesandboars]

Great video mate. Any updates regarding fuel economy, towing performance or anything else? Do you recommend it? Thanks Brett.

[@DENMONKEY]

Hey Brett, I haven't had a chance to take the van out just yet for a good run, fires and all that are making it a bit hard.. For driving back and forth to work, it dropped about 1km per 100km on the freeway. to give you an idea against other changes that could be made, I went back to 265/65/17 wheels vs the 275/65/18 I normally run and I gained about 1.3 L/100kms on the same trip. I'm just trying different things to see what differences they make. I think the real difference will be in trans temps but again, I need a good run to check those out properly

[@buggiesandboars]

@@DENMONKEY cheers mate. Look forward to seeing a video regarding towing performance. I have the same pajero and looking at installing one of these kits for towing our 2t van.

[@jaysukhlaljesani5959]

Hi Brett Did you managed to drill two holes through or is it just been held by one? I had trouble drilling through the lower hole.

[@DENMONKEY]

Good question. I think I just stuck with the one

[@jaysukhlaljesani5959]

DENMONKEY thanks for reply. I’m doing similar mods to you. Are you in Facebook any easier means to contact you?

[@DENMONKEY]

Yeah, kinda 😁 in trying to set up a group but face book is not my Forte. If you just search for denmonkey it should come up. If not let me know and I'll shoot you an invite some how. I'm still working on it though. Wont be up and running for a little while.

[@mobydickmischeivousadventures]

What have you used to fill in the rear side window in the boot section, to stop sun coming thru, ive been wanting to do something for mine to help keep sun out n off the fridge, cheers

[@DENMONKEY]

This should answer that question for you 😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmHCZayVbr1_hZY

[@richardwolski5899]

What does it actually do....

[@pantoffelslippers]

Yeah a quick 10 second alignment/intro on that right upfront would have been most useful

[@reececulver3606]

Hey Brett, Excuse my ignorance, but.... Can i ask what the OBD2 is used for? I know that it can show codes/faults, but does it do any thing else?

[@DENMONKEY]

Hey Reece, no probs at all mate the obd is just the interface with the cars 'computer' if you will. In addition to letting you see any codes which are used to tell you what the fault is, you can also clear those codes. Handy for simpler errors , especially when working on the car and disconnecting something that will cause an error when there is no real fault in play. The other thing there handy for is monitoring the cars sensors real time. So combined with The torque app in my case, you can watch trans temps, coolant temps, boost pressures etc etc. Useful when towing. So for picking one up for about 20 bucks off eBay and getting the app, is both interesting and useful. Hope that helps

[@reececulver3606]

@@DENMONKEY ah ok, that's very cool. Just looked at the torque lockup kit. Bit too rich for me right now, but it looks so good!

[@DENMONKEY]

@@reececulver3606 dont get confused between lock up kit and just the phone app that lets you see your cars stats. :) 2 different things

[@reececulver3606]

Yeah i have actually purchased the obd2 sensor last night haha I would love the torque lock up too, but aside from the cash, it doesn't look compatible with the Petrol NT pajero 😔

[@Davwaltech]

Hey Brett, thinking about adding this to my NT, hows it been behaving for you when towing?

[@DENMONKEY]

Hey Dave, I've only just a week ago gotten to take the van out for a property trip. It was only 2 hours away . With the fires we had being followed by Covid the van hasn't been out for a good run since the install. The Pajero had but just not towing. I still have plans to do a proper review but I need more time with the van on for that. What I can say is that it gives you a nice positive feel when driving and you can tell when it's on. Acceleration feels more direct and its definitely holding and adjusting gear changes that make over taking or going up inclines much easier. It just picks the right gear for the situation and makes the whole experience much nicer. It reduced my fuel usage but I'd only say about 1.5-2l/100 at most. That and I don't need worry about being in sport mode and changing gears. That's nice too 😊

[@Davwaltech]

@@DENMONKEY Cheers Brett , yeah I just need to get organised and stick one in I think. If it does what it says on the tin, then I'll be happy. Only have a small camper trailer but Im lazy and not a fan of sport mode :) Stay well m8.

[@stevegully599]

Are you running an I drive along with the automate through the bod?if so ya had any issues?

[@DENMONKEY]

I sure am Steve and no issues at all. In fact I reckon they're an ideal combo. The idrive gives that bit of extra poke and when the automate locks in, the old girl really takes off. I forget how much better the experience is until I turn it all off.

[@timhaynes4967]

Hi Mate, I can't get that link for the reader to work. Can you repost it please. Thanks Tim

[@DENMONKEY]

try this one Tim www.ebay.com.au/itm/ELM327-V1-5-Bluetooth-OBD2-OBDII-Code-Reader-Scanner-Car-Diagnostic-Tool-Android/323928277513?hash=item4b6ba14209:g:P48AAOSw-eldjAFk

[@LootGoblin4510]

Hmm I wonder if this would be suitable for the Delica as well..?

[@DENMONKEY]

oooh good question. I'm gonna say I don't think so since it only works on the NT 2009 pajero and up. I think the series 3 only went to 2011 but not sure which gear box it has in it. The NT onwards got the Aisin box. You have any ideas which it might be.

[@LootGoblin4510]

@@DENMONKEY , nope hipefully someone wiser will read and let us know.. I have a 98 LWB Super Exceed V6.. love it, very versatile.. cheers.

[@DENMONKEY]

I had the 96 in the same. Used to love it. the space is bloody brilliant. Not sure if you've seen them but I have a few vids on here about the camper build etc in the back. Didn't start really doing the utube thing until I sold it for the pajero. Wish I had of though. I still miss it. I'm dirty they changed the make up of them in the later ones for the soft off roader style. If they still had a proper 4wd system etc I would have one now.

[@LootGoblin4510]

@@DENMONKEY Yes, I have watched them.. no worries, cheers

[@ozxplorer2258]

@@DENMONKEY There is a NS Automate available with the Aisin gearbox. If the Delica has the same box it will work.

[@danielgalea9941]

What model is your pajero?

[@DENMONKEY]

2010 NT diesel 3.2