
GENERAL - How to Use This Manual00-3
HOW
TO USE THIS MANUALMOOBMTO
SCOPE OF MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND
DEFINITION OF TERMS
SERVICING EXPLANATIONS STANDARD VALUE
This manual provides explanations, etc. concerning procedures for the inspection, maintenance, repair
and servicing of the subject model. Unless other-
wise specified, each service procedure covers all models. Procedures covering specific models are
identified by the model codes, or similar designation
(engine type, transaxle type, etc.). A description of
these designations is covered in this unit under “VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION”.
SERVICE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
“Service Adjustment Procedures” are procedures
for performing inspections and adjustments of
particularly important locations with regard to the
construction and for maintenance and servicing, but
other inspections (for looseness, play, cracking,
damage, etc.) must also be performed.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
The service steps are arranged in numerical order and attentions to be paid in performing vehicleservice are described in detail in SERVICE POINTS.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshootinqs are classified into master trou-
bleshooting and group troubleshooting and located
as follows:
The master troubleshooting is prepared when the trouble symptom relates to two or more groups and
given in MASTER TROUBLESHOOTING.
The group troubleshooting guide is prepared for causes of problems related to that individual group
only; a troubleshooting guide is prepared for each
appropriate group. Indicates the value used as the standard for judging
the quality of a part or assembly on inspectian or the
value to which the part or assembly is corrected and
adjusted. It is given by tolerance.
LIMIT
Shows the standard for judging the quality of a part
or assembly on inspection and means the maximum
or minimum value within which the part or assembly must be kept functionally or in strength. It is a value
established outside the range of standard value.
REFERENCE VALUE
Indicates the adjustment value prior to starting the
work (presented in order to facilitate assembly and adjustment procedures, and so they can be
com- pleted
in a shorter time).
CAUTION
Indicates the presentation of information particularly
vital to the worker during the performance of maintenance and servicing procedures in order to
avoid the possibility of injury to the worker; or
damage to component parts, or a reduction of
component or vehicle function or performance, etc.
MODEL INDICATIONS
The following abbreviations are used in this manual for classification o\
f model types.
M/T . Indicates the manual transaxle, or models equipped with the manual\
transaxle.
A/T: indicates the automatic transaxle, or models equipped with the automati\
c transaxle.
MFI: Indicates the multiport
fuel injection, or engines equipped with the
multiport fuel injection.
SOHC: Indicates an engine with the single overhead camshaft, or a model \
equipped with such an engine.
DOHC: Indicates an engine with the double overhead camshaft, or a model \
equipped with such an engine.
Turbo: Indicates an engine with turbocharger, or a model equipped with s\
uch an engine. Non-Turbo: Indicates an engine without turbocharger, or a model equipped\
with such an engine.FWD: Indicates the front wheel drive vehicles.
AWD: Indicates the all wheel drive vehicles. ABS: Indicates the anti-lock braking system or models equipped with the \
anti-lock braking system.

GENERAL - Vehicle Identification
OOA0192
Theft protection label
For
orIgInal parts
OOK619
For replacement parts
OOK621
VEHICLE SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL MWCF-
1.The vehicle safety certification label is attached to face of left door pillar.
2. This label indicates Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(G.V.
W.R.), Gross Axle Weight Rating (G.A.W.R.) front, rear and
Vehicle Identification Number
(V.I.N.).
ENGINE MODEL STAMPINGM6ocG-.
1.The engine model number is stamped at the front side on the top edge of the cylinder block as shown in the
following.
Engine model Engine displacement 4G63
2.0
dm3 (122 cu.in.)
2. The engine serial number is stamped near the engine
model number, and the serial number cycles, as shown
below.
THEFT PROTECTION
MwclA9
In order to protect against theft, a Vehicle ldentificatlon
Number
(VIN) is stamped in, or attached as a label to, the
following major parts of the engine and transaxle. as
well as
main outer panels:
Engine cylinder block, Transaxle housing, Fender, Door, Quar-
ter panel, Hood, Trunk lid, Bumpers
In addition, a theft-protection label is attached to replacement
parts for the body outer panel main components, and the same
data are stamped into replacement parts for the engine and the
transaxle.
Cautions regarding panel repairs
1. When repainting original parts, do so after first mask-
ing the theft-protection label, and, after painting, be
sure to peel off the masking tape.
2. The theft-protection label for replacement parts is
covered by masking tape, so such parts can be painted
as is. The masking tape should be removed after
painting is finished.
3.The theft-protection label should not be removed from
original parts or replacement par-&

GENERAL - Towina and Hoisting
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Sling type
Wheel lift type
Flat bed type
Sling type
Wheel lift type
Flat bed type TOWING AND HOISTING
WRECKER TOWING RECOMMENDATION
FRONT TOWING PICKUP
Caution
This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling-type
equipment to prevent the bumper from deformation.
If this vehicle is towed, use wheel lift or flat bed
equipment.
The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extended
distances provided the parking brake is released. It is recom-
mended that vehicles be towed using the front pickup
whenever possible.
REAR TOWING PICKUP
Caution
This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling-type
equipment to prevent the axle beam from deformation. If this vehicle is towed, use wheel lift or flat bed
equipment.
Manual transaxle vehicles may be towed on the front wheels,
provided the transaxle is in neutral and the drive-line has not
been damaged. The steering wheel must be clamped in the
straight-ahead position with a steering wheel clamping device
designed for towing service use.
Caution
Do not use steering column lock to secure front wheel
position for towing.
Automatic transaxle vehicle may be towed on the front wheels at speeds not to exceed
50 km/h (30 mob) for a distances not
to exceed 30 km (18 miles).
Caution
If these limits cannot be met, the front wheels must be
placed on a tow dolly.
TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE
When a locked vehicle must be towed and keys are not available, the vehicle may be lifted and towed from the front.provided the parking brake is released. If not released, the rear
wheels should be placed on a tow dolly.
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GENERAL - Towing and Hoisting
LIFTING, JACKING SUPPORT LOCATION
00-19
WA0020
00A0021
Floor jack locations-eApproximate center of gravity
@ Frame contact hoist, twin post hoist or scissors jack (emergency) loc\
ations
EMERGENCY JACKING
Jack receptacles are located at the body sills to accept the
scissors jack supplied with the vehicle for emergency road
service. Always block opposite wheels and jack on level
surface.
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GENERAL - Tightening Torque00-27
TIGHTENING TORQUE
Each torque value in the table is a standard value for tightening under \
the following conditions.
(1) Bolts, nuts and washers are all mode of steel and plated with zinc\
.
(2) The threads and bearing surface of bolts and nuts are all in dry c\
ondition.
The values in the table are not applicable:
(1) If toothed washers are inserted.
(2) If plastic parts are fastened.
(3) If bolts are tightened to plastic or die-cast inserted nuts.
(4) If self-tapping screws or self-locking nuts are used.
Standard bolt and nut tightening torque Bolt nominal
PitchTorque Nm (ft.lbs.1diameterb-m-dh-n)Head mark@Head mark@Head mark@
M50.8 2-3 (1.4-2.2) 4-6 (2.9-4.3)
5-7 (3.6-5.1)M6
1 .o4-6 (2.9-4.3)7-11 (5.1-8.0)8-12 (5.8-8.7)
M8
1.259-14 (6.5-10)17-26 (12-19)20-30 (14-22)
Ml01.2519-28(14-20)35-5
5
(25-40)45-60 (33-43)
Ml21.2534-50(25-36)70-95(51-69)85-110 (61-80)
Ml41.560-85 (43-61)120-160(87-116)130-180(94-130)
Ml61.595-130 (69-94)180-240(130-174)200-270(145-195)
Ml81.5140-190 (101-137)260-350(188-253)300-400(217-289)
Bolt nominal
Pitch Torque Nm (ft.lbs.1
diameterh-n)b-m-dHead mark@Head mark0Head mark@
M61 .o4-6 (2.9-4.3)8-12 (5.8-8.7)9-14 (6.5-10)
M81.25lo-15 (7.2-11)19-28 (14-20)22-33 (16-24)
Ml01.2521-31 (15-22)39-60 (28-43)50-65 (36-47)
Ml01.519-29 (14-21)
36-54 (26-39)45-65 (33-47)
Ml21.2538-55 (27-40)80-1'10 (58-80)90-120 (65-87)
Ml21.7534-52 (25-38)70-95 (51-69)85-110 (61-80)
.
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1.5190-260(137-188)
M22
1.5260-350(188-253)M24
1.5340-460(246-333)630-860(456-622)
Flange bolt and nut tightening torque

GENERAL -Lubrication and Maintenance/Recommended Lubricants and Lubricant Capacities Table00-35
If premium unleaded gasoltne IS not available,
MATERIALS ADDED TO FUEL
unleaded gasoline having a octane rating of 87 or
91 RON (Research Octane Number) may be used. Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents
In this case, the performance and fuel consumption should be avoided. Many of these materials
in-
WIII suffer a little degradatron.tended for gum and varnish removal may contain
highly active
solvents or similar ingredients that can
be harmful to gasket and diaphragm materials used
in fuel system component parts.
Gasolines containing alcohol
Some gasolrnes sold at service stations contain
alcohol, although they may not be SC identified. Use
of fuels containing alcohol is not recommended
unless the nature of the blend can be
determrned
as being satisfactory.
Gasohol
- A mixture of 10% ethanol (grain alcohol)
and 90% unleaded gasoline may be used
In your
car. If
driveability problems are experienced as a
result of using gasohol, it IS recommended that the
car be operated on gasoline. Methanol
- Do not use gasolines containing
methanol (wood alcohol). Use of this type of
alcohol can result in vehicle performance deteriora-
tion and damage critical parts in the fuel system
components. Fuel system damage and performance
problems, resulting from the use of gasolines
containing methanol, may not be covered by the
new car warranty.
Gasolines containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl
Ether)
Unleaded gasolrne containrng
15% or less MTBE
may be used in your car. (Fuel containing MTBE
over 15% vol. may cause reduced engine per-
formance and produce vapor lock or hard starting.) RECOMMENDED
LUBRICANTS AND
LUBRICANT CAPACITIES TAB,&-
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS
Items
Engine Oil
Recommended lubricants
API classification SG or SGKD (For further details, refer to SAEviscosity number)
Manual Transaxle, Transfer
Rear Axle
API classification GL-4 or higher, SAE 75W-85W
Refer to P.OO-37.
Automatic Transaxle
Power Steering
Brake and Clutch
Engine Coolant DIAMOND ATF SP or equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid “DEXRON II” Conforming to
DOT3 or DOT4
DIA-QUEEN LONG-LIFE COOLANT (Part No. 0103044) or High
qualitv ethvlene-qlvcol
antifreeze coolant
Door HingesEngine oil
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00-46GENERAL - Table of Main Sealants and Adhesives
TABLEOF MAINSEALANTS
AND
ADHESIVES
MONA--
Application Recommended brand
1. Sealing for engine accessory parts 3M
ATD Part No.8660
or equivalent
(1) Sealing
for semi-circular packing of rocker cover and
cylinder head
(2) l
Sealrng for semi-circular packing and rocker cover, 3M
ATD Part No.8660
or equivalent
cylinder head
l Oil pressure switch
(3) l Engine coolant temperature switch l Engine coolant temperature sensor
l Thermal vacuum valvel Therm0
switch
l Engine coolant temperature gauge unit
l Joint 3M
Nut Locking Part
No.4171 or equivalent
(4) Oil pan MITSUBISHI GENUINE Part No.MD997110
or
equivalent
2. Sealing for weatherstrip
(1) l Sealing of tempered glass and weatherstrip 3M
ATD Part No. 8513 or equivalent
l Sealing
of body flange and weatherstrip 3M
ATD Part No.8509
or equivalent
(2) Sealing of laminated glass and weatherstrip 3M
ATD Part No.8509
or equivalent
3. Gluing with ribbon sealer l Door waterproof film
l Fender panel
l Splash shield
l Mud guard 3M
ATD Part No.8625
or equivalent
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00-48GENERAL - Table of Main Sealants and Adhesives
Application
Recommended brand
(4) Sealant for drum brake shoe hold-down pin, wheel 3M
ATD Part No.8513
or equivalent
cylinder
7. Instant super-strong adhesive l Gluing of all kinds of material 3M
ATD Part No.8155
or equivalent
fluororesin and other surface absorbent materials>
3. Anaerobic super-strong adhesive
(I) Fixing of screws, bolts, etc. 3M
Stud locking Part No.4170
or equivalent
l Tightening parts for drive gear and differential case
l Tilt steering upper, lower column joint bolt
(2) Fixing of joints of bearings, fan, pulley, gear, etc.
(3) Sealing of small gaps and flange surface
(4) Steering angle 3M
Nut locking Part
No.4171 or equivalent
stopper bolt (Jeep)
3. Undercoating 3M
ATD Part No.8864
or equivalent
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