2004 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR check oil

SPARK PLUG TEST 1. Remove the spark plug and connect to the ignition coil.
Fig. 5: Removing Spark Plug

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2. Ground the spark plug outer electrode (body), and crank the engine.
Check that there is an electrical dischar
ge between the electrodes at this time.

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>>C<< FUEL HIG
H-PRESSURE HOSE INSTALLATION
1. When connecting the fuel high-pressure hose to the fuel rail, apply a small
amount of new engine oil to the O-ring and then insert the fuel high-pressure
hose, being careful not to damage the O-ring.
2. While turning the fuel high-pressure hose to the left and right, install it to the
fuel rail.
3. Check that the injector turns smoothly. If it does not turn smoothly, the O-ring
may be trapped. Remove the fuel high-pressure hose and then re-insert it into
the fuel rail and check again. INSPECTION Check the following points; replace the part if a problem is found. INTAKE MANIFOLD CHECK 1. Check for damage or cracking of any part.
2. Clogging of the negative pressure (vacuum) outlet port, or clogging of the
exhaust gas recirculation passages.
3. Using a straight edge and feeler gauge, check for distortion of the cylinder
head installation surface.
Standard value: 0.15 mm (0.006 inch) or less
Limit: 0.20 mm (0.008 inch)
CAUTION:
Be careful not to allow any engine oil to enter the
fuel rail. Be careful not to bend the fuel high-pressure
hose as it is made of plastics.

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cable routing. Then go to Step 5 .
STEP 2. Check the parking brake cable for sticking.
Q: Is the parking brake cable stuck?
YES: Replace the cable. Then go to Step 5 .
NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check the brake lining and brake drum for wear.
Refer to INSPECTION
.
Q: Is the brake lining thickness or brake drum inside diameter outside of
specification?
YES: Replace the rear brake shoe assembly or rear brake disc (Refer to
>>B<< PARKING BRAKE LEVER NUTS/PARKING BRAKE
CABLE CLIP INSTALLATION
). Then go to Step 5 .
NO: Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Check for oil, water, etc., on the lining contact surfaces.
Q: Is oil, water etc., on the lining contact surface?
YES: Replace the part and determine and repair source/cause of foreign
material. Then go to Step 5.
NO: Carry out the parking brake lining seating (Refer to PARKING
BRAKE SWITCH CHECK
) and then go to Step 5.
STEP 5. Retest the system.
Q: Is the malfunction eliminated?
YES: The procedure is complete.
NO: Recheck from Step 1 .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL STROKE CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT
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2004 STEERING
Power Steering - Endeavor
GENERAL DESCRIPTION Power steering has been adopted in all vehicles to make the steering system easier
to handle.
A 4-spoke steering wheel is used. A steering column has a shock absorbing mechanism and a tilt steering
mechanism. A rack and pinion steering gear is used. An oil pump responsive to engine RPM is used, which, with tuning for a rigid
gear box mount, improves steering stability at high speeds. The separate plastic resin oil reservoir reduces weight and makes fluid level
checking easier.
Fig. 1: Identifying Power Steering Components

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POWER STEERING DIAGNOSIS
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YES: Repeat from Step 1 .
NO: The procedure is complete.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2: DIFFICULT STEERING WHEEL OPERATION (INSUFFICIENT POWER ASSIST) DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the drive belt for damage.
Q: Is the drive belt damaged?
YES: Replace the drive belt. Then go to Step 9 .
NO: Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check the power steering oil pump drive belt tension.
Refer to 7. DRIVE BELTS (FOR GENERATOR, POWER STEERING OIL PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONING) (CHECK)
.
Q: Is the power steering oil pump drive belt tension within the standard
value?
YES: Go to Step 3.
NO: Adjust the tension. (Refer to 7. DRIVE BELTS (FOR
GENERATOR, POWER STEERING OIL PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONING) (CHECK)
). Then go to Step 9 .
STEP 3. Check the fluid level.
1. Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface, and then start the engine.
2. Turn the steering wheel several times to raise the temperature of the fluid
to approximately 50 - 60°C (122 - 140°F).
3. With the engine running, turn the wheel all the way to the left and right
several times.
4. Check the fluid in the oil reservoir for foaming or milkiness. Check the
difference of the fluid level when the engine is stopped, and while it is
running.
Q: Is the check result OK?

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NO: Go to Step 5.
STEP 5. Check for oil leaks.
Q: Are there oil leaks?
YES: Find the cause of the oil leakage and repair it. Then go to Step 9 .
NO: Go to Step 6.
STEP 6. Check the wheel alignment (camber and caster).
Refer to FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT
.
Q: Is the alignment incorrect?
YES: Adjust alignment. Then go to Step 9 .
NO: Go to Step 7.
STEP 7. Check the gear box rack piston seal for damage.
Q: Is there damage?
YES: Replace it. Then go to Step 9 .
NO: Go to Step 8.
STEP 8. Check for excessive tie rod end ball joint breakaway torque.
Refer to TIE ROD END BALL JOINT BREAKAWAY TORQUE
CHECK
.
Q: Is the breakaway torque out of specification?
YES: Replace the tie rod end. Then go to Step 9.
NO: Go to Step 9.
STEP 9. Check the steering wheel operation.
Verify that the steering wheel operation is not difficult.
Q: Is the steering wheel operation difficult?

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YES: Repeat from Step 1 .
NO: The procedure is complete.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3: RATTLING NOISE DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check for proper oil pump and steering gear installation.
Q: Is the oil pump and the steering gear installation correct?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Repair it. Then go to Step 4 .
STEP 2. Check for interference of other parts with the steering column
and the power steering hoses.
Q: Is there interference?
YES: Correct the interference. Then go to Step 4 .
NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check for noise from inside the oil pump or the steering gear.
Q: Is there noise?
YES: Replace the part. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Check for rattling noise.
Confirm that no noise is generated.
Q: Is there noise?
YES: Repeat from Step 1 .
NO: The procedure is complete.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 4: SHRILL NOISE DIAGNOSIS
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STEP 1. Check the fluid level.
1. Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface, and then start the engine.
2. Turn the steering wheel several times to raise the temperature of the fluid
to approximately 50 - 60°C (122 - 140°F).
3. With the engine running, turn the wheel all the way to the left and right
several times.
4. Check the fluid in the oil reservoir for foaming or milkiness. Check the
difference of the fluid level when the engine is stopped, and while it is
running.
Q: Is the check result OK?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Bleed the air (Refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM AIR
BLEEDING
). Then
go to Ste
p 3.

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