2003 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN ECU

M03A126A
This check must be carried out with the
vehicle on a flat level surface with the
engine at normal operating temperature,
but NOT running. If the engine has been
running, wait for a few minutes to allow the
engine oil to return to the oil pan to ensure
an accurate measurement.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a
clean cloth, re-insert the dipstick as far as
it will go. Remove the dipstick and check
the oil level. This should always be within
the range as indicated .
If the oil level is below the specified limit,
remove the filler cap located on the rocker
cover and add oil. Then recheck the level.
When satisfied that the level is correct, refit
the oil filler cap making sure that it is
securely fitted.
M03A083A
Use only the recommended oils with an
ACEA or API classification as specified in
this manual.
NOTE
(1) Engine oil consumption is greatly influ-
enced by payload, engine speed, etc.
It may reach 1.0 lit./1, 000 km(620
miles) depending on style of driving.
(2) The engine oil will deteriorate rapidly if
the vehicle is subjected to severe con-
ditions (for example, repeated opera-
tion on rough roads, in mountainous
regions, on roads with many uphill and
downhill gradients, or over short
distances). Consequently, the oil will
require earlier replacement.
(3) For handling of used engine oils, refer
to page 1-13.
M03B037A
Petrol-powered vehicleSelection of engine oil
(petrol-powered vehicle)
EM03B-Of
(1) Select engine oil of the proper SAE vis-
cosity number according to the atmo-
spheric temperature.
For 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40 and 5W-40
viscosity grade, use only ACEA A3
classification.
(2) Use engine oil conforming to the fol-
lowing classification:
•ACEA classification:
“For service A1, A2 or A3”
•API classification:
“For service SG”or higher
NOTE
Use of additives is not recommended since
they may reduce the effectiveness of addi-
tives already included in the engine oil. It
may result in failure of the mechanical
assembly.
Maintenance
9-3
Div:
Out put date:

During cold weatherThe capacity of the battery is reduced at
low temperatures. This is an inevitable
result of its chemical and physical proper-
ties. This is why a very cold battery, par-
ticularly one that is not fully charged
anyway, will only deliver a fraction of the
starter current which is normally avail-
able.
It is recommended that you have the bat-
tery checked by an authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer before the start of cold
weather and, if necessary, have it charged.
This not only ensures reliable starting, but
a battery which is kept fully charged also
has a longer life.Disconnection and connectionTo disconnect the battery cable, stop the
engine, first disconnect the negative (-) ter-
minal and then the positive (+) terminal.
When connecting the battery, first con-
nect the positive (+) terminal and then the
negative (-) terminal.
WARNING
(1) Keep sparks, cigarettes, and
flames away from the battery
because the battery could
explode.
(2) The battery electrolyte is
extremely caustic. Do not allow
it to come in contact with your
eyes, skin, clothing, or the
painted surfaces of the vehicle.
Spilled electrolyte should be
flushed immediately with ample
amounts of water.
Irritation to eyes or skin from
contact with electrolyte requires
immediate medical attention.
(3) Ventilate when charging or using
the battery in an enclosed space.
CAUTION
(1) Never disconnect the battery
with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position; doing so could
damage the vehicle’s electrical
components.
(2) Never short-circuit the battery;
doing so could cause it to over-
heat and be damaged.
(3) Always wear protective eye
goggles when working near the
battery.
CAUTION
(4) If the battery is to be quick-
charged, first disconnect the bat-
tery cables.
(5) In order to prevent a short cir-
cuit, be sure to disconnect the
negative (-) terminal first.
(6) Keep it out of reach of chil-
dren.
NOTE
(1) Keep the terminals clean. After the bat-
tery is connected, apply terminal pro-
tection grease. To clean the terminals,
use lukewarm water.
(2) Check to see if the battery is securely
installed and cannot be moved dur-
ing travel. Also check each terminal for
tightness.
(3) When the vehicle is to be left unused
for a long period of time, remove the
battery and store it in a place where the
battery fluid will not freeze. The bat-
tery should be stored only in a fully
charged condition.
Maintenance
9-7
Div:
Out put date:

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:

L05A001A
ABC Front
Wiper blade rubber replacement
Front:
1. Lift the wiper arm off the windscreen.
2. Pull the wiper blade until its stopper (A)
disengages from the hook (B). Then,
pull the wiper blade further to remove it.
NOTE
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall onto the
windscreen; it could damage the glass.
L05A002A
C
3. Attach retainers (C) to a new wiper
blade.
4. Insert the wiper blade into the arm, start-
ing with the opposite end of the blade
from the stopper. Make sure the hook
(B) is fitted correctly in the grooves in
the blade.
NOTE
If retainers (C) are not supplied with the
new wiper blade, use the retainers from the
old blade.
L05A003A
AB
5. Push the wiper blade until the hook (B)
engages securely with the stopper (A).
Maintenance
9-20Div:
Out put date: