
CONTENTS
GENERAL DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS. .
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL. . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Explanation of Manual Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Model Indications
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Maintenance, Repair and
Servicing Explanations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
Special Tool Note. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Terms Definition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Tightening Torque Indication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING/
INSPECTION SERVICE POINTS. . . . . . . . . . . .6
Connector Inspection Service Points
. . . . . . . . . .10
Connector Measurement Service Points . . . . . . . .9
How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunctions . . .11
How to Use the Inspection Procedures
. . . . . . .
8
Inspection Service Points for a Blown Fuse . . .
12
Troubleshooting Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . .33
MAIN SEALANT AND ADHESIVE TABLE
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MAINTENANCE SERVICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Air Cleaner Element. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Ball Joint and Steering Linkage Seals
. . . . . . . .50
Brake Hoses.... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Disc Brake Pads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Drive Belt (For Generator, Water Pump, Power
Steering Pump). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Drive Shaft Boots
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Engine Coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Engine Oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Engine Oil Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Evaporative Emission Control System . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Fuel Hoses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Fuel System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Ignition Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40
Manual Transaxle Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle Oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
50
Rear Drum Brake Linings and
Rear Wheel Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
SRS System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Timing Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Transfer Oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE. . . . . . . .20
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS
LUBRICANT CAPACITIES TABLE. . . . . . . . . .34
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE. . . . .
SPECIAL HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
AWD MODELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26
TIGHTENING TORQUE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
TOWING AND HOISTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Engine Model Stamping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Theft Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Vehicle Identification Code Chart Plate
. . . . . . .13
Vehicle Identification Number List. . . . . . . . . . . .14
Vehicle Identification Number Location. . . . . . . .13
Vehicle Information Code Plate.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Vehicle Safety Certification Label
. . . . . . . . . . . . .15

GENERAL Recommended Lubricants and Lubricant Table
LUBRICANT CAPACITIES
DescriptionMetric measureU . S . m e a s u r e
Engine oil Crankcase Engine (Non-turbo)3.8
(excluding oil filter) 4 qts. Engine (Turbo) and 4.0
Engine4.2 qts.
Oil filter
Engine (Non-turbo) 0.5 qt.
Engine (Turbo) and 0.3
Engine
qt.
Oil cooler
Engine (Turbo)> 0.1 qt.
Cooling system (including heater and engine coolant reserve system)7.07.4 qts.
Manual transaxleFWD2.02.1 qts.
AWD2.32.4
Automatic transaxle Engine (Non-turbo)8.69.1
Engine (Turbo)
6.77.1 qts.
2.41 Engine 6.16.4 qts.
Transfer
0.5 qt.
Differential (rear axle) 0.85
qt.
Power steering
0.9 q t .
Fuel tank 64
EOLCS certification markLUBRICANTS SELECTION
ENGINE OIL
Caution
Never use non-detergent or straight mineral oil.
Oil Identification Symbol
Use only engine oils displaying the EOLCS certifica tion mark
on the container.
If these oils are not available, an API classification SH ECII
or
can be used.
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Drain
Oil pan side
Engine
Engine (Turbo) and
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1. Pull orpush at the mid point of the belt with aforce
of 98
(22 Ibs.) to measure dirve belt deflection.
Standard value:
mm in.)
2. Use a tension gauge to measure belt
Standard value:
9. ENGINE OIL (Change)
Use the specified oil. (Refer to
Caution
Never use nondetergent or straight mineral oil.
1. After warming up the engine, remove the oil fill er cap.
2.Remove the drain plug to allow the engine oil to drain.
3.Replace the drain plug gasket with a new one and ti ghten,
the drain plug.
4. Supply new engine oil through the oil filler.
Engine oil total quantity:[including oil filter and oil cooler]
Enine (Non-turbo) and
4.3 dm(4 qts.)
Enine (Turbo)>’
4.4 dm (4.6 qts.)
Start and run the engine a few
Stop the engine and check the level is within
the level range indicated on the oil dipstick.
5.
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Engine (Non-turbo)>
Engine (Turbo) and Engine>
10. ENGINE OIL FILTER (Replace)
The quality of replacement filters varies considerably.
high quality filters should be used to assure efficient
service.
Genuine oil filters are capable of a pressure,
of 1,765
(256 psi). These high’ quality filters are highly
recommended. The followings part are available as f ollows.
Oil Filter Part No.
Engine (Turbo) and
Mitsubishi Genuine Parts:
35737, 36466, or
Engine (Non-turbo)>:
Chrysler Genuine Parts: or
ENGINE OIL FILTER SELECTION
This vehicle is equipped with a
oil
The same type of replacement filter is recommended a
replacement filter for this vehicle. It is possible ,
in cold weather, that this vehicle may develop high
for a short duration. You should be sure that replacement
filter used on this vehicle is a high-quality filter and is
of withstanding a pressure of1 , 7 6 5 , (256
(manufacturer’s specifications) to avoid filter and engine
damage.
The following is a high-quality filter and is strongly
recommended for use on this vehicle.
Engine (Turbo) and
Mitsubishi Engine Oil Part No;
or
Engine (Non-turbo)>
Chrysler Engine Oil Filter Part No.
Any replacement oil filter should be installed
with the oil filter manufacturer’s installation
(1) Remove the engine oil filler cap.
(2)Remove the engine oil drain plug, out
oil.
(3) Remove the engine oil filter by using the oil f ilter
(4)Clean the oil filter mounting surface of the oil filter bracket.
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Oil level
(5) Coat engine oil to the O-ring new filter:
(6) Screw on the oil filter by hand until it touches the
of the flange and then tighten it with the filter w rench:. . .etc..
Engine (Turbo) and
For One full or 14 ,
lFor or 17 ,
Engine
lFor turn or 21
(7) Add new engine oil the oil filter...
(8) Start and run engine and check for engine oil l eaks.
(9) After stopping engine, check oil level and repl enish as
necessary.
MANUAL’TRANSAXLE OIL
(Check oil level)
Check each component for evidence of and check
the oil level by removing filler plug. If is contaminated,
it is necessary to replace it with new
1.With the vehicle parked at a level the filler
plug and check that the oil level..
2.The level must be up to the the filler plug
hole.
3. Check that the transaxle oil is not noticeably d irty, and
that it has a suitable viscosity.
(Change oil) 1. Remove transaxle drain plug.
2. brain oil.
3. Tighten drain plug to specified torque.
Specified torque:
Engine (Non-turbo)> 30 Nm (22
Engine (Turbo) and
32Nm (24
4.Remove filler plug and fill with specified oil till the level
comes to the lower portion of filler plug hole.
Specified oil:
Engine (Non-turbo)>
TEXACO MTX FLUID FM
Engine (Turbo) and
S A E o r
Quantity:
2.0 (2.1 qts.)
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4.Before removing dipstick, wipe all dirt from area around
dipstick. Then take out the dipstick and check the condition
of the fluid.
Further investigation of the transaxle is necessary if,
l the fluid smells burnt.
l the fluid color is brown or black.
l metal particles can be seen or felt on the dipstick .
5.Check to see if fluid level is in “HOT” range on dipstick.
If fluid level is low, add ATF until level reaches “HOT”
range. Low fluid level can cause a variety of condi tions
because it allows pump to take in air along with fl uid.
Air trapped in hydraulic circuit forms bubbles which make
fluid spongy.
Therefore, pressures will be erratic. Improper filling can also raise fluid level too hig h. When
transaxle has too much fluid, gears churn up foam a nd
cause same conditions which occur with low fluid le vel,
resulting in accelerated deterioration of ATF.
In either case, air bubbles can cause overheating, fluid
-oxidation, which can interfere with normal valve, clutch,
and servo operation. Foaming can also result in flu id
escaping from transaxle vent where it may be mistak en
for a leak.
6. Be sure to examine fluid on dipstick closely.
(Change fluid)
Engine (Non-turbo)>
1.Place a drain container with a large opening, under the
transaxle oil pan.
2. Loosen the pan bolts and tap the
at one comer’
to break it loose allowing fluid to drain, then rem ove the
oil pan.
3. Install a new filter and O-ring on bottom of the valve
body.
4. Clean the oil pan and magnet.
Apply the specified sealant to the oil pan.
Specified sealant: Loctite 18718 or equivalent
Tighten the oil pan mounting bolts to the specified torque:
Tightening torque:
19Nm (14
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5.Add 3.8 (4.0 qts.) of the specified transmission fluid
through the filler tube.
Specified fluid:DIAMOND ATF SP IIor equivalent
6. Start the engine and allow it to run at idle for at least
one minute. Then, with parking and service brake ap plied,
move the selector lever momentarily to each positio n,
ending in the park or neutral position.
7.Add sufficient fluid to bring to’ inch below the
ADD mark.
8.Recheck fluid level after is normal operating
temperature. The level should be in the HOT region.
Engine (Turbo) and Engine>
Drain the fluid and check whether there is any evid ence of
contamination.
Refill with new fluid after the cause of any contam ination
has been corrected.
1. Remove drain plugs to let fluid drain.
2. Remove the oil pan.
3.Check the oil filter for clogging and damage and re place
if necessary.
4. Clean the inside of oil pan and magnets.
5. Attach the magnets to the concave part of the oi l pan.
6. Clean both gasket surfaces of transaxle case and oil
7. oil pan with new gasket and tighten oil pan bolts.
Oil pan bolt: 11 Nm (8.0
8. Tighten drain plug with gasket to specified torq ue.
Specified torque:
Engine (Turbo)>
(A) 39Nm (29
(B) 29-34 Nm (22-25
Engine>
(A) 39Nm (29
(B) 39 Nm (29
9.Fill new ATF up to the COLD mark on the dipstick.
Transmission fluid:
DIAMOND ATF SP IIor equivalent
10. Start engine and allow to idle for at least two minutes.
Then, with parking brake on, move selector lever mo men-
tarily to each position, ending in “N” Neutral
11. Check if ATF is filled up to the HOT mark on the dipstick.
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ENGINE,
TROUBLESHOOTING
Oil filter cloggedInstall new filter
Oil pump gears or cover wornReplace gears cover
Thin or diluted engine oil Change engine oil to correct viscosity
Oil relief valve stuck (open) Repair relief valve
Excessive bearing clearanceReplace bearings
pressure too high Oil relief valve stuck (closed) Repair relief valve
Joisy valves Incorrect lash adjuster Bleed air or rep lace lash adjuster
Thin or diluted engine oil (low oil pressure)
Change engine oil ,
Valve stem or valve guide worn or damaged Replace va lve guide
rod noise/Insufficient oil supplyCheck engine oil level
nain bearing noise Low oil pressure Refer
pressure drop”
Thin or diluted engine oil Change engine oil
Excessive bearing clearance Replace bearings
belt noiseIncorrect belt tension Adjust belt tension and/or replace tim-ing belt
engine Loose engine roll stopper (Front, Rear)Retighten
ng and vibration
Loose transaxle mount bracketRetighten
Loose engine mount bracketRetighten
Loose center memberRetighten
Broken transaxle mount insulatorReplace
Broken engine mount insulatorReplace
Broken roll stopper insulatorReplace
Symptom
Probable cause
Remedy.
Compression too low Cylinder head gasket blownReplace gasket
Piston ring worn or damagedReplace rings
Piston or cylinder worn
Repair or replace piston cylinder
block
Valve seat worn or damagedRepair or replace valve and/or
Oil pressure drop Engine oil level too low Check engine oil level
Oil pressure switch faulty
pressure switch
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