1900 MITSUBISHI DIAMANTE engine coolant

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EGR pipe - Up to 1993 model
EGR pipe - From 1994 model
Intake manlfold plenum stay, rear
Intake manifold plenum stay. front
EGR valve
EGR valve gasket
Throttle body >
Throttle body gasket
Intake mantfold plenum
Intake manifold plenum gasket
:ig. 52 Exploded view of air intake plenum assembly-3.01 DOHC engine
ing the fuel system, always work in a well
3. Remove the air intake hose(s). ventilated area. Do not allow fuel spray or 4. Disconnect the accelerator control cables vapors to come in contact with a spark or from the throttle body. open flame. Keep a dry chemical fire extin-
guisher near the work area. Always keep fuel
in a container specifically designed for fuel
storage; also, always properly seal fuel con-
tainers to avoid the possibility of fire or ex-
plosion.
2. Disconnect battery negative cable and drawn
the cooling system.
Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
5. Tag and disconnect the vacuum hoses in-
cluding the brake booster hose.
6. Tag and detach the wire harness connectors,
7. Disconnect the high pressure and return fuel
hoses.
8. Disconnect EGR pipe and remove the EGR
valve and EGR temperature sensor from the intake
plenum assembly.
9. If equipped, remove the manifold pressure
sensor.
10. Remove the plenum retaining bracket.
11. Remove the plenum retaining nuts and bolts
and remove the air intake plenum from the intake
manifold. Discard the gasket.
12. Remove the upper timing belt covers.
13. Remove the water pump stay bracket.
*It is not necessav to remove the fuel ln-
jectors from the intake unless the manifold ,
assembly is being replaced.
14. Remove the fuel rail with the injectors at-
tached. 15. Disconnect the coolant hoses from the intake
manifold. Be sure to note the connections.
16. Remove the intake manifold mounting nuts
and remove the intake manifold.
17. Clean the gasket mounting surfaces.
To install: 18. Check all items for cracks, clogging and
warpage. Maximum warpage is 0.0059 inches
(0.15mm). Replace any questionable parts.
19. Thoroughly clean and dry the mating surfaces
of the heads, intake manifold and air intake plenum.
20. Install new intake manifold gaskets to the
cylinder heads with the adhesive side facing up.
21. Place the manifold on the cylinder heads.
22. Lubricate the studs lightly with oil and install
the nuts.
23. For vehicles produced up to and including
November of 1993, tighten the mounting nuts as fol-
lows:
a. Front bank nuts: 27-43 inch Ibs. (3-5 Nm)
b. Rear bank nuts: 9-11 ft. Ibs. (12-15 Nm)
c. Front bank nuts: 9-11 ft. Ibs. (12-15 Nm)
24. For vehicles produced after November of
1993, tighten the mounting nuts as follows:
a. Front bank nuts: 48-72 inch Ibs. (5-8 Nm)
b. Rear bank nuts to: 14-17 ft. Ibs. (20-23
Nm)
c. Front bank nuts to: 14-17 ft. Ibs. (20-23
NM
25. Using new clamps, connect the coolant hoses
to the intake manifold.
26. Using new O-rings, install the fuel rail as-
sembly, if removed. Tighten the mounting bolts to
7-9 ft. Ibs. (10-13 Nm).
27. Install a new intake air plenum gasket and in-
stall the plenum. Tighten the retaining nuts and bolts
evenly and gradually to 13 ft. Ibs. (18 Nm).
28. Install the retaining bracket and tighten the
retaining bolts to 13 ft. Ibs. (18 Nm).
29. If removed, install the manifold pressure sen-
sor.
30. Using a new gasket, install the EGR valve and
tighten the bolts to 16 ft. Ibs. (22 Nm).
31. Install the EGR temperature sensor and
tighten the fitting to 7-9 ft. Ibs. (10-12 Nm).
32. Connect the EGR pipe and tighten the fittings
to 43 ft. Ibs. (60 Nm).
33. Replace the O-ring and connect the high
pressure fuel hose. Tighten the retaining bolts to 48
inch Ibs. (5 Nm).
34. Using a new hose clamp, connect the fuel re-
turn hose.
35. Install the water pump stay bracket.
36. Install the upper timing belt covers.
37. Connect the harness connector and vacuum
hoses.
38. Connect and adjust the accelerator cables.
39. Install the air intake hose(s).
40. Fill the system with coolant.
41. Connect the negative battery cable, run the
vehicle until the thermostat opens, fill the radiator
completely.
42. Check and adjust the idle speed and ignition
timing.
43. Once the vehicle has cooled, recheck the
coolant level.

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Fig. 73 Exploded view of the exhaust man
ifold -3.OL DOHC engine
9315392c Fig. 74 Exhaust manifold exploded view-
3.5L engine
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. If removing the front manifold, remove the ra-
diator and cooling fan assembly.
6. If removing the front manifold, remove the al-
ternator.
7. Remove the heat protector(s). 8. If removing the rear manifold, disconnect the
EGR tube.
9. Remove the exhaust manifold mounting bolts
the manifold.
To install:
10. Clean all gasket material from the mating sur-
faces and check the manifold for damage.
11. Install a new gasket and install the manifold.
Tighten the nuts in a crisscross pattern to 21 ft. Ibs.
(30 Nm).
12. Install the heat protector(s).
13. If installrng the rear manifold, replace the
gasket and connect the EGR tube.
14. If installing the front manifold, install the ra-
diator and cooling fan assembly.
15. If installing the front manifold, install the al-
ternator.
16. Install the drive belt(s) and adjust for proper
tension.
17. Raise and safely support the vehicle securely
on lackstands.
18. Install a new flange gasket and connect the
exhaust pipe or converter assembly.
19 Lower the vehicle
20. Connect the negative battery cable and check
for exhaust leaks.
REMOVAL&INSTALLATION
2.OL DOHC Engine (1990-93 Galant Only)
# See Figures 75 and 76
Many turbocharger failures are due to oil supply
problems. Heat soak after hot shutdown can cause
the engine oil in the turbocharger and oil lines to
“coke.” Often the oil feed lines will become partially
or completely blocked with hardened particles of car-
bon, blocking oil flow. Check the oil feed pipe and oil
return line for cloggrng. Clean these tubes well. Al-
ways use new gaskets above and below the oil feed
eyebolt fitting. Do not allow particles of dirt or old
gasket material to enter the oil passage hole and that
no portion of the new gasket blocks the passage.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine oil, cooling system and re-
move the radiator On vehicles equipped with A/C,
remove the condenser fan assembly with the radiator.
The EPA warns that prolonged contact with
used engine oil may cause a number of skin
disorders, including cancer! You should
make every effort to minimize your exposure
to used engine oil. Protective gloves should
be worn when changing the oil. Wash your
hands and any other exposed skin areas as
soon as possible after exposure to used en-
gine oil. Soap and water, or waterless hand
cleaner should be used.
Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene Fig. 75 Exploded view
mounting (1 of 2)
93153q21 the turbocharget
9315392: :ig. 76 Exploded view of the turbocharger
nounting (2 of 2)
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
3 Detach the oxygen sensor connector and re-
move the sensor.
4. Remove the oil dipstick and tube.
5. Remove the air intake bellows hose, the
wastegate vacuum hose, the connections for the air
outlet hose, and the upper and lower heat shield.
6. Unbolt the power steering pump and bracket
assembly and leaving the hoses connected, wire it
aside.
7. Remove the self-locking exhaust manifold
nuts, the triangular engrne hanger bracket, the eye-

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bolt and gaskets that connect the oil feed line to the
turbo center section and the water cooling lines. The
water line under the turbo has a threaded connection.
8. Remove the exhaust pipe nuts and gasket and
lift off the exhaust manifold. Discard the gasket,
9. Remove the 2 through bolts and 2 nuts that 16. If removed, install the power steering pump
and bracket.
17. Install the heat shields, air outlet hose, waste-
gate hose and air intake bellows.
18. Install the oil dipstick tube and dipstick. In-
stall the oxyqen sensor. cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
3. Disconnect the overflow tube. Some vehicles
hold the exhaust manifold to the turbocharger,
10. Remove the 2 capscrews from the oil return
line (under the turbo). Discard the gasket. Separate
the turbo from the exhaust manifold. The 2 water
pipes and oil feed line can still be attached. 19. In&h the radiator assembly.
20. Fill the engine with oil, fill the cooling system
and reconnect the negative battery cable.
11. Visually check the turbine wheel (hot side)
and compressor wheel (cold side) for cracking or
other damage. Check whether the turbine wheel and
the compressor wheel can be easily turned by hand.
Check for oil leakaae. Check whether or not the Operating the engine without the proper
amount and type of engine oil will result in
severe engine damage.
wastegate valve remains open. If any problem is .
found, replace the part. Inspect oil passages for re- #I , I
striction or deposits and clean as required,
12. The wasteaate can be checked with a ores-
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION sure tester. Apply approximately 9 psi to the&h&or
and make sure the rod moves. Do not apply more
than 10.3 psi or the diaphragm in the wastegate may
be damaged. Vacuum applied to the wastegate actua-
tor should be maintained, replace if leaks vacuum,
Do not attempt to adjust the wastegate valve. $ See Figures 77 thru 91
I. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the cooling system when safe.
To
install: 13. Prime the oil return line with clean engine oil.
Replace all locking nuts. Before installing the
threaded connection for the water inlet pipe, apply
light oil to the inner surface of the pipe flange. As-
semble the turbocharger and exhaust manifold.
14. Install the exhaust manifold using a new gas-
ket.
15. Connect the water cooling lines, oil feed line
and engine hanger. Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot: serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glyeol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
Fig. 77 Use a pair of pliers to remove the
Fig. 78 . . .
then disconnect the overflow
hose clamp . . .
hose from the radiator may also require removal of the overflow tank.
4. Disconnect upper and lower radiator hoses.
5. Detach the electrical connectors from the
cooling fan and air conditioning condenser fan, if
equipped.
6. For Mirage and Diamante models, remove
the fan assembly.
7. Disconnect the therm0 sensor wires,
8. If equipped with an automatic transaxle, dis-
connect and plug the automatic transaxle cooler
lines.
9. Remove the upper radiator mounts and lift
out the radiator assembly or radiator/fan assembly,
as applicable.
To install:
10. Install the radiator or radiator and fan, if re-
moved as an assembly.
11. Connect the automatic transaxle cooler lines
if disconnected.
12. Connect the therm0 sensor wires,
13. Install the fan, if removed separately.
14. Install the radiator hoses.
15. Install the air cleaner support bracket, if re-
noved.
16. Install the overflow tube and reservoir, if re-
noved.
17. Fill the system with coolant.
18. Connect the negative battery cable, run the
vehicle until the thermostat opens, fill the radiator
93153003 Fig. 79 Use pliers to release the hose clamp
tension . . .
Fig. 80 . . .
then remove the upper radiator
hose from the radiator Fig. 81 From underneath the vehicle, re-
move the hose clamp , . . ”
then disconnect the lower radi- Fig. 82 . . .
ator hose

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93153po3 93153P29 Fig. 87 Detach the connectors for the elec-
radiator to prevent contamination
/..: g3’Bpz] lFig.PO,..thenremovethemo”n~;~~ Fig 89 Remove the radiator mount bolts
the radiator and radiator support panel
completely and check the automatic transaxle fluid
level, if equipped.
79. Once the vehicle has cooled. recheck the
coolant Ievel.
Except Diamante
6 See Figures 77 thru 93
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain and recycle the engine coolant. Fig. 92 The fans are retained to the radla-
tor by four retaining bolts. Remove the re-
taining bolts . . .
93153px Fig. 91 Carefully grasp the radiator and fan
assembly and lift St out of the vehicle
n153p23 Fig. 93 . . . then carefully lift the fan from
the radiator

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Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
3. Remove the overflow hose and disconnect
the upper radiator hose.
*It is recommended that each clamp be
matchmarked to the hose. Observe the marks
and reinstall the clamps exactly when rein-
stalling the radiator.
4. If equipped with an automatic transaxle, re-
move and plug the fluid cooler hoses.
5. Unplug the electrical connector(s) from the
coolant fan motor.
6. Remove the mounting bolts, then remove the
fan and shroud assembly from the vehicle.
7. Remove the fan blade retainer nut from the
shaft on the fan motor and separate the fan from the
motor.
8. Remove the motor to shroud attaching
screws and the motor from the shroud.
To tnstall: 9. Install the motor to the shroud and secure
with the mounting bolts.
10. Install the remaining components in the re-
verse order of removal.
11. Fill the coohng system. Connect the negative
battery cable and check the cooling fan for proper op-
eration.
Diamante
# See Figure 94
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable 2. Drain the cooling system only when the radi-
ator and the engine are at safe temperatures. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable
2. Drain the cooling system.
Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
3. Unplug the cooling fan and radiator sensor
connector(s). Most of these connectors employ a wa-
terproof connector. When disconnecting, make sure
all parts of the connector remain intact.
4. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the
radiator and remove overflow tank.
5. Remove the fan mounting screws. The radia-
tor and condenser cooling fans are separately remov-
able.
6. Remove the fan assembly and disassemble
Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
3. Remove the engine undercover.
4 Disconnect the clamp bolt from the power
steering hose.
5. Remove the engine drive belts.
6. Support the engine with the appropriate
equipment and remove the engine mount bracket.
7. Remove the timing belt Reier to the timing
belt procedure in this section
8 Remove the power steering pump bracket.
9. Remove the alternator brace.
as required.
To install: 7. Posrtion the fan and install the mounting
screws
*The water pump mounting bolts are differ-
ent in length, note their positioning for re-
assembly.
8 Install the electrical connectors and the upper
radiator hose.
9. Refill the cooling system.
IO. Connect the negative battery cable and check
the fan for orooer ooeration. 10. Remove the water pump, gasket and O-ring
where the water inlet pipe(s) joins the pump.
To install: 11, Thoroughly clean both gasket surfaces of the
water oumo and block.
12. For 1.5L engines, install a new O-ring into
the groove on the front end of the water inlet pipe. Do
not apply oils or grease to the O-ring. Wet the O-ring
with water only
13. For 1.8L engines, apply a 0.09-0.12 in.
(2.5-3 Omm) continuous bead of sealant to water
pump and rnstall the pump assembly. Install the wa-
ter pump within 15 minutes of the applrcation of the
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
1.5L and 1.8L Engine
) See Figures 95 and 98
7923PGO :ig. 94 Exploded view of the fan mounting and related components- Fig. 95 Water pump and related components-Mirage with 1.51
liamante (4615) engine

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ealant. Wait 1 hour after installation of the water
pump to refill the cooling system or start the engine.
14. Install the gasket and pump assembly and
tighten the bolts to 17 ft. Ibs. (24 Nm). Use care when
aligning the water pump with the water inlet pipe.
15. Install the remaining components in the re-
verse order of removal.
16. Fill the system with coolant. 17. Connect the negative battery cable, run the
vehicle until the thermostat opens and fill the radiator
completely.
18. Once the vehicle has cooled, recheck the
coolant level.
1.6L and 2.OL (SOHC and OOHC) Engines
+ See Figure 97
Fig
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine coolant.
Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
3. Remove the timing belt. Refer to the timing
belt procedure in this section.
4. If necessary, remove the alternator brace from
the water pump.
5. If necessary, remove the timing belt rear
cover.
6. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
7. Remove the water pump, gasket and O-ring.
To Install: 8. Install a new O-ring on the water inlet pipe.
Coat the O-ring with water or coolant. Do not allow
oil or other grease to contact the O-ring.
9. Use a new gasket and install the water pump
to the engine block Torque the mounting bolts to
8.7-11 ft. Ibs. (12-15 Nm). Install the alternator
brace on the water pump. Torque the brace pivot bolt
to 17 ft. Ibs. (24 Nm).
10. If removed, install the timing belt rear cover.
11. Install the timing belt. Refer to the timing belt
procedure in this section.
12. Install the remaining components.
13. Refill the engine with coolant.
14. Connect the negative battery cable, start the
engine and check for leaks.
2.4L Engine
) See Figures 98 thru 108
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable
2. Drain the cooling system.
Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
3. Remove the engine undercover.
4. Disconnect the clamp bolt from the power
steering hose.
5 Support the engine with the appropriate
equipment and remove the engine mount bracket.
6. Remove the engine drive belts and the A/C
tensioner bracket.
7. Remove the timing belt covers from the front
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8. Remove the camshaft and silent shaft timing
belts. Refer to the timing belt procedure in this sec-
tion
9. Remove the A/C belt idler pulley and pulley
bracket.
10. Remove the alternator brace,
11. Remove the water pump, gasket and O-ring
where the water inlet pipe(s) joins the pump.
To install:
12. Thoroughly clean both gasket surfaces of the
water pump and block.
13. Install a new O-ring into the groove on the
front end of the water inlet pipe and wet with clean
antifreeze only. Do not apply oils or grease to the O-
ring.
14. Using a new gasket, install the water pump
assembly. Tighten bolts with the head mark 4 to 10
ft Ibs. (14 Nm) and bolts with the head mark 7 to 18
ft. Ibs. (24 Nm).
15. Install the A/C pulley and pulley bracket,
16. Install the timing belts. Refer to the timing
belt procedure in this section.
17. Install the engine drive belts.
18. Install the engine mount bracket.
19. Install the engine undercover,
20. Fill the system with coolant.
21. Connect the negative battery cable, run the
vehicle until the thermostat opens and fill the radiator
completely.
22. Once the vehicle has cooled, recheck the
coolant level.
3.OL and 3.5L Engines
# See Figure 109
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable,
2. Drain the cooling system.
Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
3. Remove the engine undercover.
4. Disconnect the clamp bolt from the power
steering hose.
5. Support the engine with the appropriate
equipment and remove the engine mount bracket.
6. Remove the timing belt. Refer to the timing
belt procedure in this section.
7. Disconnect the coolant hoses from the pump,
if equipped.
8. Remove the alternator brace.
*The water pump bolts are different in size.
Note their locations for installation.
9. Remove the water pump, gasket and O-ring
where the water inlet pipe joins the pump.
To install: 10. Thoroughly clean both gasket surfaces of the
water pump and block.
11. Install a new O-ring into the groove on the
front end of the water inlet pipe. Do not apply oils or
grease to the O-ring. Wet with water only.
Atr Intake hose
Connactlon of’ radlator upper hose
5 Water outlet fming
6. Gasket
7 Connacmn of harness
8 Connection of heater hose
9. Connection of water hose A
10. ConnectIon of water hose
11. Connection of radiator Iowar hose
1 f Thn&ostat housing
14 Inlet water pye
15 O-ring
7923Fw :ig. 109 Water pump and related components-3.01 DOHC shown
12. Using a new gasket, install the water pump
assembly to the engine block. Torque the mounting
bolts to 17 ft. Ibs. (24 Nm).
13. Connect the hoses to the pump.
14. Install the timing belt. Refer to the timing belt
procedure in this section.
15. Install the engine drive belts.
16. Fill the system with coolant.
17. Connect the negative battery cable, run the
vehicle until the thermostat opens and fill the radiator
completely.
18. Once the vehicle has cooled, recheck the
coolant level.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
1.5L Engine
u See Figures 110 and 111
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
Observe all applicable safety precautions
when working around fuel. Whenever servic-
ing the fuel system, always work in a well
ventilated area. Do not allow fuel spray or
vapors to come in contact with a spark or
open flame. Keep a dry chemical fire extin-
guisher near the work area. Always keep fuel
in a container specifically designed for fuel
storage; also, always properly seal fuel con-
tainers to avoid the possibility of fire or ex-
plosion.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Drain the cooling system.
Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
left in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
4. Remove the air intake hose and the air
cleaner assembly.
5. Disconnect the ground cable connection and
the accelerator cable.
6. Disconnect the PCV and the breather hose
connection.
7. Label and disconnect the vacuum hoses from
the intake and throttle body.
8. Disconnect the vacuum line for the brake
booster.
9. Remove the upper radiator hose, throttle
body hoses, bypass hose and heater hose connec-
tions
10. Disconnect the fuel feed and return lines.
11. Remove the spark plug wires.

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Intake side Front of engine
e
Exhaust side
7923PG13 Fig. 110 Cylinder head bolt loosening se-
uuence-Mirage with 1.5L (4615) ermine
inwe side 0 Front of engine
((9
Exhaust side
7923PG14 Fig. 111 Cyllnder head bolt tightening se-
quence-Mirage with 1.5L (4615) engine
12. Disconnect the electrical harness plugs from
the following:
l Crankshaft Position (CKP) and Camshaft
Position (CMP) sensors
l Heated Oxygen (HO*S) sensor l Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor
and gauge sender
l Idle Speed Control (ISC) motor l Throttle Position (TP) sensor l Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor l Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) tempera-
ture sensor
13. Disconnect electrical harness plugs from the
ignition distributor, fuel injectors, power transistor
and ground cable.
14. Disconnect the engine control wiring har-
ness.
15. Remove the clamp that holds the power steer-
ing pressure hose to the engine mounting bracket.
16. Place a jack and wood block under the oil
pan and carefully lift just enough to take the weight
off the engine mounting bracket and remove the
bracket.
17. Remove the valve cover.
18. Remove the timing belt upper cover.
19. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise and align the
timing marks.
20. Attach the timing belt to the camshaft
sprocket with cord or a wire tie.
21. Secure the camshaft from turning and remove
the camshaft sprocket with the timing belt attached.
22. Remove the timing belt rear upper cover.
23. Remove the exhaust pipe from the exhaust
manifold.
24. Loosen the cylinder head mounting bolts in
sequence using three steps.
25. Remove the cylinder head.
To install:
26. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces of the
head and block. 27. Place a new head gasket on the cylinder
block with the identification marks facing upward. Do
not use sealer on the gasket.
28. Carefully install the cylinder head on the
block. Tighten the cylinder head bolts as outlined in
the followlng steps:
a. Tighten the bolts to 36 ft. Ibs. (49 Nm) in
the correct sequence
b. Loosen the bolts completely in the reverse
of the tightening order,
c. Tighten the bolts, in sequence, to 14 ft.
Ibs. (20 Nm)
d. Tighten each bolt, in sequence, 90 degrees
e. Tighten each bolt, in sequence, an addi-
tional 90 degrees
29. Install a new exhaust pipe gasket and connect
the exhaust pipe to the manifold.
30. Install the upper rear timing cover.
31. Align the timing marks and install the cam
sprocket. Torque the retaining bolt to 51 ft. Ibs. (76
Nm). Check the belt tension and adjust, if necessary.
Install the outer timing cover.
32. Install the valve cover and torque the retain-
ing bolts to 16 inch Ibs. (1.8 Nm).
33. Install the engine mount bracket and remove
the support jack.
34. Install the clamp that holds the power steer-
ing pressure hose to the engine mounting bracket.
35. Attach the following electrical connectors:
l CKP and CMP sensors l HOPS sensor l ECT sensor and gauge sender l ISC motor l TP sensor l IAT sensor l EGR temperature sensor
36. Connect wiring for the ignition distributor,
fuel injectors, power transistor and ground cable.
37. Connect the engine control wiring harness.
38. Replace the O-rings and connect the fuel
lines.
39. Install the air cleaner assembly. Connect the
breather hose.
40. Fill the system with coolant.
41. Connect the negative battery cable.
1.8L Engine
# See Figures 112 and 113
1. Relieve fuel system pressure. Disconnect the
negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3. Drain the cooling system.
Never open, service or drain the radiator or
cooling system when hot; serious burns can
occur from the steam and hot coolant. Also,
when draining engine coolant, keep in mind
that cats and dogs are attracted to ethylene
glycol antifreeze and could drink any that is
lefl in an uncovered container or in puddles
on the ground. This will prove fatal in suffi-
cient quantities. Always drain coolant into a
sealable container. Coolant should be reused
unless it is contaminated or is several years
old.
4. Disconnect the brake booster vacuum hose
and PVC valve connection. 5. Note the locations, then disconnect the vac-
uum hoses from the intake and throttle body.
6. Remove the upper radiator hose, overflow
tube and the water hose from the thermostat to the
throttle body.
7. Disconnect the fuel feed and return lines.
8. Unplug the accelerator cable connection from
the throttle body.
9. Detach the wiring from the oil pressure
switch.
10, Disconnect the wiring from the following
components:
l Heated Oxygen (HO*S) sensor l Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor
and gauge sender
l Idle Air Control (IAC) motor l Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) tempera-
ture sensor
l Throttle Position (TP) sensor l Knock sensor l Fuel injectors
11. Remove the spark plug wires.
12. Unbolt the control harness assembly and po-
sition aside.
13. Remove the thermostat housing, thermostat
and the thermostat case with O-ring from the engine.
14. Remove the rocker cover.
15. Remove the timing belt upper cover.
16. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise and align the
timing marks.
17. Attach the timing belt to the camshaft
sprocket with cord or a wire tie.
18. Secure the camshaft from turning and remove
the camshaft sprocket with the timing belt attached.
19. Remove the timing belt rear upper cover.
20. Loosen the cylinder head bolts in two or three
steps in the proper sequence.
21. Remove the cylinder head from the engine.
Intake side
Front of engine c=>
I
Exhaust side
Loosening &der 7923PG15 Fig. 112 Cylinder head bolt loosening se-
quence-l .8L engine
intake side Front of engine *
Exhaust side libhtenng order
Fig. 113 Cylinder head bolt torque se-
quence-l .8L engine