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1. Remove the transfer and O-ring < W4A5A >  
2. Use a dial gauge to measure the input shaft end play.  
3. Remove the torque converter.  
4. Remove each bracket.  
5. Remove the dipstick.  
6. Remove the eye bolt, gaskets and the oil cooler feed tube. 
Fig. 13: Measuring Input Shaft End Play
transmission fluid (ATF).  If the transaxle body has been damaged, 
disassemble and clean the cooler system.  
 
2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor XLS 
2004 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transaxle Overhaul - Endeavor
   
     
        
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cleaned regularly and kept separate from personal clothing.  Where there is a risk of eye contact, eye protection should be worn i.e. 
chemical goggles or face shields. In addition, an eye wash facility should be 
provided.  Obtain First Aid treatment immediately for open cuts and wounds.  Wash regularly with soap and water to ensure all oil is removed, especially 
before meals (skin cleansers and nail brushes will help). After cleaning, apply 
lotion, etc., containing lanolin to replace natural skin oils is advised.  Do not use gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel, gas oil, thinner or solvents for 
cleaning skin.  Apply barrier creams before each work period to help clean the skin after 
work.  If skin disorders develop, obtain medical advice immediately.  
SPECIAL TOOLS Fig. 1: Identifying Special Tool
 
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA. 
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE ENGINE OIL CHECK 1. Pull out the oil dipstick slowly and check that the oil level is within the marks 
on the oil dipstick.  
2. Check that the oil is not excessively dirty, that there is no coolant or gasoline 
mixed in, and that it is sufficientl
y thick and sli
ppery. 
 
2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor Limited 2004 ENGINE Engine Lubrication - Endeavor
   
     
        
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Perform air bleeding procedure as necessary after replacing the steering gear, oil 
pump or the steering fluid lines. 
1. Raise and support the front wheels.  
2. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors (Refer to IGNITION COIL
 ). 
3. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left and right five or six times while 
using the starter motor to crank the engine intermittently several times (for 15 
to 20 seconds).  
4. Connect the ignition coil connectors (Refer to IGNITION COIL
 ).  
5. Start the engine and allow to idle.  
6. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right until there are no air bubbles in the 
oil reservoir.  
7. Confirm that the fluid is not milky, and that the level is between the high and 
low dipstick marks.  
8. Confirm that there is very little change in the fluid level when the steering 
wheel is turned left and right. 
9. Confirm that the change in the fluid level is no more than 5 mm (0.2 inch) 
when the en
gine is sto
pped. 
CAUTION: Perform air bleeding only while cranking the 
engine. Do not perform air bleeding while the 
en
gine is runnin
g. If 
you do so, air in the fluid will 
be increased and air bleeding will become more 
difficult. During air bleeding, refill the steering 
fluid so that the level never falls below the lower 
mark on the dipstick.
CAUTION: If the fluid level rises suddenly after the engine is 
stopped, the air has not been completely bled. If 
air bleeding is not complete, there will be 
abnormal noises from the pump and the flow-
control valve, and this condition could reduce 
the life of the power steering components.
 
2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor LS 
2004 STEERING Power Steering - Endeavor