1989 MITSUBISHI GALANT steering

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GENERAL - Master Troubleshooting
ROAD WANDER Symptom
Road wander Probable cause
Improper front or rear wheel alignment Reference page
33A-534-5, 23
Excessive play of steering wheel
37A-15
Poor turning resistance of lower arm ball joint33A-11
Improper tire pressure 31-3
Loose or worn lower arm bushing
33A-10
26-9
Loose or worn wheel bearings
Loose rack support cover in steering gear box 37A-35. 36, 37
VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE SIDE Symptom Probable cause Reference page
Vehrcle pulls to one side
Improper front or rear wheel alignment33A-5
34-5. 2
3
lmbalanced or worn tires 31-3
Uneven tire pressure Excessive turning resistance of lower arm ball
33A-17joint
Wheel bearing seizure
Replace
Broken or weak coil spring33A-7
Bent front axle drive shaft 26-13
Deformed lower arm
33A-10
STEERING WHEEL SHIMMY
Symptom
Steerlng wheel shlmmy
Probable cause
Improper front or rear wheel alignment Reference page or remedy
33A-534-5, 23
Improper tire pressure I 31-3
lmbalanced wheels
Replace
1 Poor turning resistance of lower arm ball joint) 33A-11
] Excessive play of steering wheel) 37A-15
Broken or weak front stabilizer
Worn lower arm bushing33A-13. 17
33A-10
Malfunctioning shock absorber
Broken or weak coil spring
Wear, play, or seizure of wheel bearing33A-6
34-11, 3
5
Replace
Wear, play, or seizure of drive shaft ball joint
26-12
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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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GENERAL -Recommended Lubricants and Lubricant Capacities Table
LUBRICANT CAPACITIES TABLE
Descrrptron
Engrne 011
Crankcase
Models built up to April 1992 >

Models built from May 1992
Oil filter
Oil cooler Cooling System
(rncludrng heater and coolant reserve system)
Manual Transaxle
F5M22
F5M3
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Transfer
qear Axle
4utomatrc Transaxle


‘ower Steering %el
Tank

Metric measure
3.5 dm3
4.0 dm3
4.0 dm3
0.3 dm3
0.3 dm3
7.2 dm3
1.8 dm31.9 qts.
2.3
dm32.4 qts.
2.3 dm32.4 qts.
3.6 dm363 qt.
3.7
dm374 qt.
6.1 dm3
6.5 dms
3.9 dm3 60
dm3
62 dm3
U.S. measure
3.7qts.
4.2qts.
4.2qts.
1 I2qt.
1 I2qt.
7.6qts.
5.4 qts.
6.9 qts.
95 qt.
15.9 gals.
16.4 gals.
Temperature range anticipated before next oil chanae
SAE SW-30 SW-40IRecommendedviscosity (SAE) M03BOOl
SELECTION OF LUBRICANTS
ENGINE OIL
Engine oil should be used which conform to the requirements
of the API classification “For Service SG” or “For Service
SGKD”, and have the proper SAE grade number for the
expected temperature range.
Caution
Nondetergent or straight mineral oil must never be used.
Energy Conserving Oil
In order to improve fuel economy and conserve energy new,
lower friction engine oils have been developed. These oils are readily available and can be identified by such labels as “Energy
Conserving”, “Energy Saving”,
“Improved Fuel Economy”,
etc.
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00-38GENERAL- Scheduled Maintenance Table
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
TABLEMOOOA-
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR EMISSION CONTROL AND PROPER
VEHICLE PERFORMANCE
Inspection and Services should be performed any time a malfunction is ob\
served or suspected. Retain receipts
for all vehicle emission services to protect your emission warranty.
Kilometers in Thousands 24 48 72 80 96
No.Emwsron Control System MaintenanceService IntervalsMileage in Thousands 15 30 45 50 60
1Check Fuel System (Tank, Line and Connections and Fuel Tank Filler Tube\
Cap) orXfor Leaks Every 5 Years
2Check Fuel Hoses Every 2 Years for leaks or damage orXX
3Replace Air Cleaner ElementatXX
4Replace Spark PlugsatXX
GENERAL MAINTENANCE SERVICE FOR PROPER VEHICLE PERFORMANCE
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IO.General Maintenance
Service Intervals
7Engine Oil
8
9
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III2
I3
14
15
I6
I71
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Kilometers in Thousands 24 48 72 80 96
Mileage in Thousands 15 30 45 50 60 Timing
Belt (Including the Balancer
Belt)
ReplaceatX
Drive Belt (for Water Pump
Inspect for tensionatXXand Generator)
Non-TurboChange Every Year Every 12,000 kmOr (7,500 miles)
Turbo Change Every 6 Months Every 8,000 km
Or (5.000 miles
)
II
Non-Turbo
Change Every Year or X X XX
Every 16,000 kmOr (10,000 miles)
Engine Oil Filter
TurboChange Every Year
Manual Transaxle Oil 4utomatrc
Transaxle Fluid Inspect Oil Level
at
XX
Inspect Fluid Level Every Yearor X X XX
Change FluidatXX
Engine Coolant
Replace Every 2 YearsOrI 1x1 I IX
Disc Brake Pads1 inspect for Wear Every Yearor/XlXlXl I
X
3rum
Brake Linings
and Rear iNheel
Cylinders Inspect for Wear and Leaks Every 2 Years
or
XX
3rake HosesCheck for Deterioration or Leaks Every Year or X X XX
3all Joint and SteeringInspect for Grease Leaks and-inkage
Seals
Damage Every 2 Years
Or I/ XII x
Irive Shaft Boots Inspect for Grease Leaks and Damage Every Year or XXXX
3ear Axle Change OilatXX
Exhaust System (Connectron>ortion of Muffler, Pipings and
Check and Service as Required Every 2 YearsConverter Heat Shields)
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GENERAL - Maintenance Service00-45
2.Inspect the wheel cylinder boots for evidence of a brake
fluid leak. Visually check the boots for cuts, tears or heat cracks. (A slight amount of fluid on the boot may
not be a leak, but may be preservative fluid used at
assembly.)
Checking the Brake Shoes for Wear. Thiclkness
of lining (B)
Limit: 1.0 mm
(.04 in.)
14.BRAKEI HOSES (Check for deterioration or
leaks)MOOSBHA
Inspection of brake hoses and tubing should be included in
all brake service operations.
The hoses should be checked for: 1. Correct length, severe surface cracking, pulling, scuf- fing or worn spots. (If the fabric casing of the hoses is
exposed by cracks of abrasion in the rubber hose cover,
the hoses should be replaced. Eventual deterioration of hose may occur with possible bursting failure.)
2. Faulty installation, casing twisting or interference with wheel, tire of chassis.
15.BALL ,IOINT AND STEERING LINKAGE SEALS
(Inspect for grease leaks and damage)
MOOSBJAa
I, These components, which are permanently lubricated at the factory, do not require periodic lubrication.Damaged seals and boots should be replaced to
prevent leakage or contamination of the grease.
2. Inspect the dust cover and boots for proper sealing, leakage and damage. Replace them if defective. 16.DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS (Inspect for grease leaks
and damage) MOOSWAb
1. The.se components, which are permanently lubricated
at the factory, do not require periodic lubrication.
Damaged boots should be replaced to prevent leakage
or contamination of the grease.
2. Inspect the boots for proper sealing, leakage and damage. Replace it if defective.
17.REAR AXLE (Inspect oil level)-AWD MOOSBPQ
Remove the filler plug and inspect the oil level at bottom of
filler hole. If the oil level is slightly below the filler hole, it is
in satisfactory condition. 18.EXHAIJST
SYSTEM (CONNECTION PORTION
OF MUFFLER, PIPING AND CONVERTER HEAT
SHIELDS) (Check and service as
require$LsBU
1. Check for holes and gas leaks due to damage, corro- sion, etc.
2.Check the joints and connections for looseness and gas
leaks.
3. Check the hanger rubber and brackets for damage.
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GENERAL - Table of Main Sealants and Adhesives00-47
Application
4. Interior adhesive
(1) Gluing of vinyl chloride
leather cloth Recommended brand 3M
Part No. EC-l 368 or equivalent
(2) Gluing of door weatherstrip and body 3M
ATD Part No.8001 or 3M
ATD Part No. 8011 oequivalent
(3) Sealing of grommets, packing and metal 3M
ATD Part No.8513
or equivalent
(4) l Gluing of headlining, interior materials l Gluing of fuel tank and pad 3M
Part No.
EC-1368 or 3M
ATD Part No.8080
01equivalent
j. Body sealant 3M
ATD Part No.8531 or 3M
ATD Part No.8646
or
l Sealing of sheet metal joints such as sheet metal, drip equivalent
rail, floor, body side panel, trunk, front panel, etc.
l Sealing of tailgate hinge
Chassis sealant (1) l Sealing of flanges and screws l Fuel gauge unit packing 3M
ATD Part No.8659
or equivalent
(2) Sealing of flange surfaces, screws, packing and dust 3M
ATD Part No.8663
or equivalent
cover l Differential carrier packing
l Dust cover for ball joint and linkage
l Packing for steering gear box, shims
l Rack support cover and top cover for steering gear
housing
l Joints, etc. of knuckle arm flanges
(3) Sealing of accelerator arm bracket and
firewallDrying sealant
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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
plyethylene, polypropylene,
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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ENGINE - SpecificationsII-3
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Items
Standard ValueLimit1
Drive belt
For generatorDeflection mm (in.)
Inspection
9.0-l 1.5 (.354-,453)
New belt7.5-9.0 (.295-.354)
Used belt 10 (.394)
TensionN (Ibs.)
Inspection250-500 (55-l IO)
New belt500-700 (11 o- 154)
Used belt 400 (88)
For air conditioning compressor Deflection mm (in.)
Inspection Approx.
8
(.315)
New belt5.0-5.5 (.197-.217)
Used belt6.0-7.0 (.236-,276)
TensionN (Ibs.)
Inspection250-500 (55-l IO)
New belt470-570 (104-I 26)
Used belt
320-400 (71-88)
For power steering pump Deflection mm (in.)
Inspection
6.0-9.0 (.236-,354) iming
belt tension
<8 VALVE>mm (in.)14 (.55)
NOTE
O.D.: Outer Diameter I.D.: Inner Diameter
O.S.: Oversize Diameter
U.S.: Undersize Diameter
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