2003 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN engine coolant

During cold weather
If the temperatures in your area drop below
freezing, there is the danger that the cool-
ant in the engine or radiator could freeze
and cause severe damage to the engine
and/or radiator. Add a sufficient amount of
anti-freeze to the coolant to prevent it from
freezing.
The engine coolant mixture used at the fac-
tory provides protection against freezing for
temperatures as low as approximately
–30°C. The concentration should be
checked before the start of cold weather
and anti-freeze added to the system if nec-
essary.
Battery
EM37A-Z
The condition of the battery is very impor-
tant for quick starting of the engine and
proper functioning of the vehicle’s electri-
cal system. Regular inspection and care
are especially important in cold weather.
NOTE
(1) After replacing the battery, the elec-
tronic control system data for the
engine, automatic transmission, etc.,
will be erased.
As a result, the engine speed may
become unstable and shift shocks may
occur.
If the engine speed become unstable,
initial engine adjustments will need to
be performed.
Refer to the section“What to do if the
engine speed becomes unstable after
the battery is replaced”on page 8-28.
Shift shocks will become smoother after
several changes in speed.
(2) Memory data for settings made by the
user may be erased when the battery
is replaced. If this happens, establish
the settings again using the relevant
procedures.
M37A018A
Checking battery electrolyte levelThe electrolyte level must be between the
specified limits marks stamped on the out-
side of the battery. Replenish with dis-
tilled water as necessary.
The inside of the battery is divided into sev-
eral compartments; remove the cap from
each compartment and fill to the upper
mark. Do not over-replenish beyond the
upper mark because spillage during driv-
ing could cause damage.
Check the electrolyte level at least once
every four weeks, depending on the oper-
ating conditions.
If the battery is not used, it will discharge
by itself with time. Check it once every four
weeks and charge with low current as nec-
essary.
Maintenance
9-6Div:
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CAUTION
(1) If your vehicle is equipped with
anti-lock brake system (ABS), in
order to ensure that the anti-lock
brake system (ABS) will oper-
ate correctly in situations where
tyre chains have been fitted,
drive in“4H”or“4L”for part
time 4WD, or in“4H”,“4HLc”or
“4LLc”for super select 4WD.
(2) Practice fitting the chains before
you need them. Don’t expect
help from other people in the
cold.
(3) Choose a clear straight stretch of
road where you can pull off and
still be seen while you are fit-
ting the chains.
(4) Do not fit chains before you need
them. This will wear out your
tyres and the road surface.
(5) After driving around 100-300
metres, stop and retighten the
chains.
(6) Care should be taken with
extremes of steering lock to pre-
vent possible contact between
the chains and the vehicle body.
(7) Drive carefully and do not
exceed 50 km/h (31 mph).
Remember, fitting chains is not
going to stop accidents from
happening.
CAUTION
( 8) When tyre chains are installed,
take care that they do not dam-
age the disc wheel or body.
( 9) An aluminium wheel can be
damaged by a tyre chain while
driving. When fitting a tyre
chain on an aluminium wheel,
take care that no part of the
chain and fitting can be
brought into contact with the
wheel disc.
(10) When installing or removing a
tyre chain, take care that hands
and other parts of your body
are not injured by the sharp
edges of the vehicle body.
(11) Install the chains only on the
rear tyres and tighten them as
tightly as possible with the
ends securely fastened.
NOTE
The laws and regulations concerning the
use of tyre chains vary. Find out and fol-
low the laws and regulations in your driv-
ing area.
In most countries, it is prohibited by law to
use tyre chains on roads without snow.
Fuel, engine coolant, oil and
exhaust gas leakage
EM14A-BD
Look under the body of your vehicle to
check for fuel, engine coolant, oil and
exhaust gas leaks.
WARNING
If you see a suspicious fuel leak or if
you smell fuel, do not operate the
vehicle; call your authorized MITSUB-
ISHI dealer for assistance.
Maintenance
9-17
Div:
Out put date:

N o . Item Quantity Recommended libricants
5 Washer fluidFront 6.0 litres
−
Rear 1.4 litres
6 Power steering fluid 1.0 litre ATF DEXRON III or DEXRON II
7 Engine coolantWithout rear heater/
rear air conditioning9.0 litres
DIA QUEEN SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT or equivalent
(Includes 0.65 litre in the reserve tank)
With rear heater/
rear air conditioning10.5 litres
8Manual transmis-
sion oilSuper select 4WD models 3.2 litres
Gear oil API classification GL-4 SAE 75W-85W or 75W-90 Part-time 4WD models 5.1 litres
9 Transfer oilSuper select 4WD models 2.8 litres
Part-time 4WD models 2.5 litres
10 Differential oilFront 1.15 litresHypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 or higher
Above 10°C SAE 90
Below 10°C SAE 80W Rear 1.6 litres
11Refrigerant
(air conditioning)Without rear air conditioning 480-520g
HFC-134a
With rear air conditioning 760-800g
NOTE
Points requiring routine inspection or replenishment such as the engine oil, coolant, brake fluid are marked white for easy identification.
Specifications
10-17
Div:
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Accessory boxes ................................................ 6-62
Accessory socket ............................................... 6-61
Additional equipment ......................................... 9-21
Air purifier ........................................................... 6-55
Antenna .............................................................. 6-35
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ............................ 5-45
Armrest .............................................................. 3-13
Ashtray ............................................................... 6-60
Audio system anti-theft feature ......................... 6-32
Automatic air conditioning .................................. 6-43
Automatic transmission fluid ................................ 9-4
Automatic transmissionINVECS-II Sport Mode 5A/T(Intelligent & Innovative
Vehicle Electronic Control SystemII ) ........... 5-17
Auto-speed (cruise) control ................................ 5-53
Backdoor ............................................................ 2-10
Battery ................................................................. 9-6
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel-powered vehicles only) ..................... 8-23
Bonnet .................................................................. 2-9
Brake fluid ............................................................ 9-8
Brake pedal free play ......................................... 9-18
Braking ............................................................... 5-44
Capacities ........................................................ 10-16
Catalytic converter ............................................... 5-6
Cautions on handling of 4WD vehicles .............. 5-42
CD (Compact-Disc) player ................................. 6-30
Central door locks ................................................ 2-8
Changing a fuse ................................................. 8-33
Chassis number ................................................. 10-2
“Child-protection” rear doors (5-door models) ..... 2-6
Child restraint ..................................................... 3-33
Cigarette lighter .................................................. 6-59
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle ...................... 7-2
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle .................... 7-4
Clutch fluid ......................................................... 9-10
Clutch pedal free play ........................................ 9-18
Combination head lamps, dipper and turn signal switch ................................................... 4-14
Correct 4-wheel drive operation ......................... 5-38
Cup tray ............................................................. 6-65 Dimensions ........................................................ 10-6
Doors ................................................................... 2-4
Driving and alcohol ............................................ 1-13
Economical driving ............................................... 5-7
Electric remote-controlled outside
rear-view mirrors ............................................ 5-51
Electric window control ...................................... 2-12
Electrical system .............................................. 10-10
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) ............................... 2-2
Emergency starting ............................................ 8-25
Engine ................................................................ 10-9
Engine coolant ..................................................... 9-5
Engine number ................................................... 10-2
Engine oil ............................................................. 9-2
Engine overheating ............................................ 8-21
Exterior and interior lamp operation ................... 9-18
Front fog lamp switch ......................................... 4-22
Front heater/ Manual air conditioning .................................. 6-36
Front seat ............................................................. 3-6
Fuel consumption ............................................. 10-12
Fuel gauge ........................................................... 4-4
Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas leakage ......................... 9-17
Fuses ................................................................. 8-28
Genuine parts .................................................... 1-12
Glove box ........................................................... 6-63
Handling of cassette tapes ................................ 6-33
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................... 4-20
Headlamp levelling switch ................................. 4-16
Headlamps washer switch ................................. 4-19
Head restraints ................................................... 3-28
Heated seats ...................................................... 3-10
Hinges and latches lubrication ........................... 9-19
Horn switch ........................................................ 4-24
How to set a CD autochanger ........................... 6-31 If a tyre is punctured .......................................... 8-13
If the vehicle breaks down ................................... 8-2
Ignition switch ..................................................... 5-11
Indication and warning lamps .............................. 4-6
Inside rear-view mirror ....................................... 5-50
Installation of accessories .................................. 1-10
Installation position for warning triangle ............. 6-67
Instruments .......................................................... 4-2
Jack and jack handle ........................................... 8-5
Jacking up the vehicle ......................................... 8-8
Keyless entry system ........................................... 2-5
Keys ..................................................................... 2-2
Limited-slip differential ....................................... 5-48
Luggage compartment lamp .............................. 4-26
Luggage floor box .............................................. 6-66
Making a flat seat ............................................... 3-26
Making a luggage area ...................................... 3-14
Manual outside rear-view mirrors ...................... 5-51
Manual transmission .......................................... 5-15
Meter, gauge and indication/
warning lamp operation .................................. 9-18
MITSUBISHI active stability & traction control system (M-ASTC) .................. 5-57
Modifications/alterations to the electric or fuel systems ................................... 1-11
Multi centre display ............................................ 4-27
Notes regarding diesel fuel .............................. 10-14
Odometer/Tripmeter ............................................. 4-3
Operation under adverse driving conditions ......................................................... 8-2
Other specifications .......................................... 10-11
Outside rear-view mirror .................................... 5-50
Alphabetical index
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