2004 MITSUBISHI L200 power steering

MAINTENANCE
Tyre chainsEL23APDb
It is recommended that snow chains are
carried in snow regions and fitted when re-
quired to the rear wheels.
On 4WD vehicles, the driving power is dis-
tributed preferentially to the rear wheels. If
tyre chains have to be used, ensure that
they are fitted on the rear.
The tyres fitted to your vehicle as original
equipment allow you to fit tyre chains if
they are required. When replacing your
tyres, check with the tyre distributor or
manufacturer if the fitting of tyre chains will
be detrimental to the tyres being pur-
chased.
Always follow the chain manufacturer’s in-
structions when fitting the chains.
WARNINGDO NOT use a jack when fitting the
chains, as in the conditions, the
tyres may slip on the icy road caus-
ing the vehicle to slip off the jack.
(8) An aluminium wheel can be
damaged by a tyre chain while
driving. When fitting a tyre chain
on an aluminium wheel, take
care that any part of the chain
and fitting cannot be brought
into contact with the wheel disc.
(9) 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.
(10) 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 follow
the laws and regulations in the driving
area. In most countries, it is prohibited by
the law to use tyre chains on roads without
snow.CAUTION(1) Practice fitting the chains before
you need them. Don’t expect
help from other people in the
cold.
(2) Choose a clear straight stretch
of road where you can pull off
and still be seen while you are
fitting the chains.
(3) Do not fit chains before you
need them. This will wear out
your tyres and the road surface.
(4) After driving around 100-300
meters, stop and retighten the
chains.
(5) Care should be taken with ex-
tremes of steering lock to pre-
vent possible contact between
the chains and the vehicle body.
(6) Drive carefully and do not ex-
ceed 50 km/h. Remember, fitting
chains is not going to stop acci-
dents from happening.
(7) When tyre chains are installed,
take care that they do not dam-
age the wheel disc or body.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Other specifications EP01IPO
*: Optional equipment
10-9

Item
Diesel-powered vehicles
2WD4WDWith turbochargerWithout turbocharger
Combustion type Indirect injection
Fuel injection pump Electronically controlled Mechanical Electronically controlled
Clutch Dry single disc clutch with diaphragm spring, hydraulic action
Steering system Recirculating ball type, power assisted*Recirculating ball type,
power assisted
SuspensionFront Independent type, wishbone, coil springIndependent type, wishbone,
torsion bar
Rear Rigid type, leaf spring
Service brakesType Hydraulic, front and rear splitted double circuit system with power assistance, anti-lock brake*
Front Ventilated disc brakes
Rear Drum brakes
Parking brake Parking brake acts mechanically on rear wheels
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SPECIFICATIONS
Other specifications EP01IPE
*: Optional equipment
10-15

Item
Diesel-powered vehiclesPetrol-powered vehicles
Combustion type Indirect injection Electronic controlled injection
Fuel injection pump Electronically controlled Electric motor type
Clutch Dry single disc clutch with diaphragm spring, hydraulic action
Steering system Recirculating ball type, power assisted
SuspensionFront Independent type, wishbone, torsion bar
Rear Rigid type, leaf spring
Service brakes
Type Hydraulic, front and rear splitted double circuit system with power assistance, anti-lock brake*
Front Ventilated disc brakes
Rear Drum brakes
Parking brake Parking brake acts mechanically on rear wheels
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SPECIFICATIONS
Other specifications EP01IPS
*: Optional equipment
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Item
2WD4WD
With turbochargerWithout turbochargerWith catalytic converterWithout catalytic converter
Combustion type Indirect injection
Fuel injection pumpElectronically
controlledMechanicalElectronically
controlledMechanical
Clutch Dry single disc clutch with diaphragm spring, hydraulic action
Steering system Recirculating ball type, power assisted* Recirculating ball type, power assisted
SuspensionFront Independent type, wishbone, coil spring Independent type, wishbone, torsion bar
Rear Rigid type, leaf spring
Service brakesType Hydraulic, front and rear splitted double circuit system with power assistance, anti-lock brake*
Front Ventilated disc brakes
Rear Drum brakes
Parking brake Parking brake acts mechanically on rear wheels
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SPECIFICATIONS
*: Optional equipment
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No.
ItemQuantityRecommended lubricants
1 Brake fluid As required Brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4
2 Clutch fluid As required Brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4
3 Engine coolant2500 models2WD 7.7 litres
DIA QUEEN SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT or equivalent
[Includes 0.65 litre in the reserve tank] 4WD 7.8 litres
2400 models 7.7 litres
4 Automatic transmission fluid2WD 7.3 litres
ATF DEXRON II
4WD 7.7 litres
5 Manual transmission oilDiesel-powered vehicles 2.5 litres
Gear oil API classification GL-4, SAE 75W-85W or 75W-90
Petrol-powered vehicles 2.2 litres
6 Engine oilDiesel-powered
vehicles2WDOil pan 5.0 litres
Refer to page 9-2 Oil filter 0.8 litre
Oil cooler 0.4 litre
4WDOil pan 6.3 litres
Oil filter 0.8 litre
Oil cooler 0.4 litre
Petrol-powered vehiclesOil pan 4.0 litres
Oil filter 0.3 litre
7 Power steering fluid* As required ATF DEXRON III or DEXRON II
8 Washer fluid 5.0 litres –
9 Refrigerant (air conditioning)* 550 - 600 g HFC-134a
10 Differential oilFront 0.9 litreWithout limited slip differential:
Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 or higher
Above 10°C SAE 90
Below 10°C SAE 80W
With limited slip differential*:
DIA QUEEN LSD gear oil or CASTROL HYPOY LS
(Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 SAE 90) Rear2WD 1.6 litres
4WD 2.6 litres
11 Transfer oil 2.3 litres
Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-4 SAE 75W-85W or 75W-90
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INDEX
4WD indication lamp
(4-wheel drive vehicles) .......................... 5-22
Accessory boxes ....................................... 6-35
Accessory (Installation) ............................. 1-13
Additional equipment ................................. 9-17
Antenna (Pillar antenna) ............................ 6-18
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .................... 5-33
Armrest ........................................................ 3-7
Ashtray ...................................................... 6-34
Audio system
Anti-theft system ..................................... 6-15
Automatic air conditioning ......................... 6-25
Automatic transmission
Fluid .......................................................... 9-4
Possible driving speed ............................ 5-19
Selector positions.................................... 5-17
Warning lamp ............................................ 4-8
Battery ......................................................... 9-6
Charge warning lamp ................................ 4-8
Discharged battery
(Emergency starting) ............................ 8-27
Bonnet ......................................................... 2-7
Brake system
Anti-lock brake ........................................ 5-33
Braking .................................................... 5-32
Fluid .......................................................... 9-8
Parking brake .......................................... 5-30
Pedal free play ........................................ 9-14
Warning lamp ............................................ 4-9
Bulb capacity, replacement ....................... 8-34Door-ajar warning lamp ............................... 4-7
Doors ........................................................... 2-4
Central door locks ..................................... 2-7
Child protection ......................................... 2-6
Lock and unlock ........................................ 2-4
Economical driving ...................................... 5-6
Electric remote-controlled
outside rear-view mirrors ........................ 5-38
Electric window control ................................ 2-9
Electronic immobilizer.................................. 2-2
Emergency starting.................................... 8-27
Engine number .......................................... 10-2
Engine
Coolant...................................................... 9-5
Number ................................................... 10-2
Oil .............................................................. 9-2
Used oil ................................................... 1-16
Exterior and interior lamp operation .......... 9-14
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid ..................... 9-4
Brake fluid ............................................. 10-26
Clutch fluid ..................................... 9-9, 10-26
Manual transmission fluid ..................... 10-26
Power steering fluid ....................... 9-9, 10-26
Washer fluid ............................................ 9-10
Fuel filter indication lamp ............................. 4-9
Fuel
Capacity /(Filling the fuel tank).................. 5-3
Fuel gauge ................................................ 4-3
Low fuel indication lamp............................ 4-7
Fuse load capacity..................................... 8-31
Fuses ......................................................... 8-30 Capacities ................................................ 10-25
Catalytic converter ....................................... 5-5
Cautions on handling of 4WD vehicles...... 5-29
Central door locks........................................ 2-7
Changing a fuse ........................................ 8-33
Charge warning lamp .................................. 4-8
Chassis number......................................... 10-2
“Child-protection” rear door ......................... 2-6
Child restraint ............................................ 3-11
Cigarette lighter ......................................... 6-33
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle .............. 7-2
Genuine leather ........................................ 7-3
Plastic, Vinyl leather, etc. .......................... 7-3
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle............ 7-4
Chrome parts ............................................ 7-6
Damaged paint.......................................... 7-6
Polishing ................................................... 7-6
Washing .................................................... 7-4
Waxing ...................................................... 7-5
Clock (Digital) ............................................ 6-34
Clutch
Fluid .......................................................... 9-9
Pedal free play ........................................ 9-14
Combination headlamps,
dipper and turn signal switch .................. 4-12
Coolant (Engine).......................................... 9-5
Correct 4-wheel drive operation ................ 5-26
Cup tray ..................................................... 6-37
Day/Night Type inside rear-view mirror ..... 5-37
Diesel fuel ................................................ 10-24
Diesel preheat warning lamp ..................... 4-10
Digital clock ............................................... 6-34
Dimensions ......................... 10-5, 10-11, 10-17
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INDEX
Gauges ........................................................ 4-3
Genuine parts ............................................ 1-15
Glove box .................................................. 6-35
Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 4-18
Hazard warning indication lamp .................. 4-7
Headlamp
Headlamp levelling switch ...................... 4-14
Headlamps
Headlamps, Dipper, Passing .................. 4-12
Replacement ........................................... 8-35
Washer switch......................................... 4-17
Head restraints ............................................ 3-5
Heated seats ............................................... 3-7
Heater/Air conditioning .............................. 6-19
High-beam indication lamp .......................... 4-7
Hinges and latches lubrication................... 9-16
Horn switch ................................................ 4-20
Ignition switch .............................................. 5-9
Inclinometer ................................................. 4-4
Indication and warning lamps ...................... 4-6
Inside rear-view mirror ............................... 5-37
Installation of accessories ......................... 1-13
Instruments .................................................. 4-2
Jack ............................................................. 8-5
Jack handle ................................................. 8-7
Jacking up the vehicle ................................. 8-8
Jump starting (Emergency starting) .......... 8-27
Keyless entry system................................... 2-5
Keys............................................................. 2-2Leakage (Fuel, engine coolant,
oil and exhaust gas) ................................ 9-14
Light
Bulb capacity........................................... 8-34
Headlamps .............................................. 4-12
Room lamps ............................................ 4-20
Limited-slip differential ............................... 5-35
Low fuel indication lamp .............................. 4-7
Manual transmission
Driving speed .......................................... 5-14
Shifting .................................................... 5-14
Manual window control ................................ 2-9
Meter, gauge and indication/warning
lamp operation ........................................ 9-14
Meter illumination control........................... 4-20
Mirrors
Day/Night Type inside rear-view mirror .. 5-37
Electric remote-controlled
outside rear-view mirrors ...................... 5-38
Vanity mirror............................................ 6-32
Octane rating ............................................... 5-3
Odometer/Tripmeter .................................... 4-3
Oil pressure warning lamp ........................... 4-9
Oil
Engine oil ....................................... 9-2, 10-26
Manual transmission oil ........................ 10-26
Operation under adverse
driving conditions ...................................... 8-2
Overheating (Engine) ................................ 8-23Parking ............................................. 5-20, 5-32
Parking brake ............................................ 5-30
Performance ....................... 10-5, 10-11, 10-18
Pillar antenna............................................. 6-18
Polishing ...................................................... 7-6
Power steering
Fluid ............................................... 9-9, 10-26
System .................................................... 5-37
Pregnant women restraint ......................... 3-20
Punctured .................................................. 8-16
Quarter window ......................................... 2-11
Rear differential lock .................................. 5-23
Rear fog lamp switch ................................. 4-19
Rear gate ................................................... 2-12
Rear heater................................................ 6-30
Rear seat ..................................................... 3-5
Rear secret box ......................................... 6-37
Rear window demister switch .................... 4-18
Rear-view mirrors ...................................... 5-37
Removal of water from the fuel filter
(diesel-powered vehicles only) ............... 8-26
Replacement of lamp bulbs ....................... 8-34
Front turn-signal and position lamps ....... 8-36
Headlamps .............................................. 8-35
High-mounted stop lamps ....................... 8-38
Side turn-signal lamps ............................ 8-36
Number-plate lamps ............................... 8-37
Rear combination lamps ......................... 8-37
Rear fog lamps........................................ 8-38
Rheostat .................................................... 4-20
Roof drip moulding .................................... 1-14
Room lamps .............................................. 4-20
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INDEX
Running-in recommendations ..................... 5-2
Safe driving techniques ............................. 1-16
Seat belts
Child restraint .......................................... 3-11
Inspection................................................ 3-20
Pregnant women restraint....................... 3-20
Seat belts .................................................. 3-8
Seat
Adjustment ................................................ 3-2
Armrest ..................................................... 3-7
Front seat .................................................. 3-3
Head restraints.......................................... 3-5
Heated seats ............................................. 3-7
Rear seat .................................................. 3-5
Snow tyres ................................................. 9-12
Spare wheel............................................... 8-12
Specifications ............................................ 10-2
Speedometer ............................................... 4-2
Starting ...................................................... 5-11
Starting the engine ........................... 5-11, 5-12
Steering
Power steering fluid ....................... 9-9, 10-26
Power steering system............................ 5-37
Steering lock ........................................... 5-11
Steering wheel height adjustment........... 5-36
Sun visors .................................................. 6-32
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS)-air bag .......................................... 3-20Washing....................................................... 7-4
Water temperature gauge ........................... 4-4
Waxing......................................................... 7-5
Weatherstripping ....................................... 9-17
Wheel
Caps........................................................ 8-15
Condition ................................................. 9-10
Windscreen wiper and washer switch ....... 4-15
Wiper blades ...................................... 7-7, 9-16 Tachometer ................................................. 4-3
Thermometer ............................................... 4-5
Tools..................................................... 8-3, 8-4
Towing ....................................................... 8-19
Trailer towing ............................................... 5-7
Transfer shift lever ..................................... 5-20
Transmission
Automatic transmission........................... 5-16
Fluid ............................................... 9-4, 10-26
Manual transmission ............................... 5-14
Tray under seat ......................................... 6-39
Tripmeter ..................................................... 4-3
Turn-signal
Indication lamps ........................................ 4-7
Switch ..................................................... 4-13
Tyre and wheels
Size................................... 10-8, 10-14, 10-22
Spare wheel ............................................ 8-12
Tyre chains ............................................. 9-13
Tyre inflation pressure ............................ 9-11
Tyre rotation .............................................. 9-11
UKW/MW/LW electronic tuning radio
with tape player ......................................... 6-2
Used engine oils safety instructions .......... 1-16
Vanity mirror .............................................. 6-32
Vehicle information code plate .................. 10-3
Ventilators.................................................. 6-18
Visor
Sun visors ............................................... 6-32
Voltage meter .............................................. 4-5
Washer fluid............................................... 9-10
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