2005 MITSUBISHI 380 steering

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE
GENERAL00-22
ENGINE MODEL STAMPING
The engine model is stamped on the cylinder block.
The engine model number is as shown as follow.
The engine serial number is stamped near the engine model
number.
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)M1001011600056
1. Items to review when servicing SRS:
(1) Be sure to read GROUP 52B, Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS). For safe operation,
please follow the directions and heed all
warnings.
(2) Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting
the battery cable before doing any further
work. The SRS system is designed to retain
enough voltage to deploy the air bag even
after the battery has been disconnected.
Serious injury may result from unintended air
bag deployment if work is done on the SRS
system immediately after the battery cable is
disconnected.
(3) Warning labels must be heeded when
servicing or handling SRS components.
Warning labels can be found in the following
locations.
Front impact sensor
Hood
Sun visor
Instrument panel (passenger ’s side)
SRS-ECU
Steering wheel
Clock spring
Air bag module (Driver's or front
passenger's)
Side-airbag module (Driver's side or front
passenger's side)
Side impact sensor
Seat belt pre-tensioner
(4) Always use the designated special tools and
test equipment.(5) Store components removed from the SRS in a
clean and dry place. The air bag module
should be stored on a flat surface and placed
so that the pad surface is facing upward.
(6) Never attempt to disassemble or repair the
SRS components (SRS-ECU, air bag module
and clock spring). If there is a defect, replace
the defective part.
(7) Whenever you finish servicing the SRS, check
the SRS warning light operation to make sure
that the system functions properly.
(8) Be sure to deploy the air bag before disposing
of the air bag module or disposing of a vehicle
equipped with an air bag (Refer to GROUP
52B, Air Bag Module Disposal Procedures
P.52B-254).
2. Observe the following when carrying out
operations on places where SRS components are
installed, including operations not directly related
to the SRS air bag.
(1) When removing or installing parts, do not allow
any impact or shock to occur to the SRS
components.
(2) If heat damage may occur during paint work,
remove the SRS-ECU, the air bag module,
clock spring, the front impact sensor, the side
impact sensor, and the seat belt pre-tensioner.
a.SRS-ECU, air bag module, clock spring,
front impact sensor, the side impact sensor:
93
C (200F) or more
b.Seat belt pre-tensioner: 90
C (194F) or
more ENGINE MODEL ENGINE DISPLACEMENT
6G75 3828cc

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE
GENERAL00-24
SERVICING ELECTRICAL SYSTEMM1001011900057
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories con-
tain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER
HANDLING.
1. Note the following before proceeding with working on the
electrical system.
Never perform unauthorized modifications to any electrical
device or wiring. Such modifications might lead to a vehicle
malfunction, over-capacity or short-circuit that could result in
a fire in the vehicle.
Before connecting or disconnecting the negative bat-
tery cable, be sure to turn the ignition switch to the
"LOCK" (OFF) position and turn off the lights (If this is
not done, there is the possibility of semiconductor
parts being damaged).
After completion of the work (and the negative battery
terminals is connected), warm up the engine and allow
it to idle for approximately 10 minutes under the condi-
tions described below in order to stabilize engine con-
trol conditions, and then check to be sure that the idle
is satisfactory.
Engine coolant temperature: 85 to 95C (185 to
203
F)
Lights and all accessories: OFF
Transaxle: "N" or "P" position
Steering wheel: straight-forward position
2. When servicing the electrical system, disconnect the
negative cable terminal from the battery.
VEHICLE WASHINGM1001012000057
If high-pressure car-washing equipment or steam car-washing
equipment is used to wash the vehicle, be sure to maintain the
spray nozzle at a distance of at least approximately 50 cm (20
inches) from any plastic parts and all opening parts (doors, lug-
gage compartment, etc.).

TOWING AND HOISTING
GENERAL00-27
TOWING WITH REAR WHEELS OFF THE
GROUND (TYPE B)
Place the gearshift lever in the "Neutral" position (M/T) or the
selector lever in the "N" (NEUTRAL) position (A/T). Turn the
ignition key to the "ACC" position and secure the steering
wheel in a straight-ahead position with a rope or tie-down strap.
Never place the ignition key in the "LOCK" position when tow-
ing.
Never tow an A/T vehicle with the rear wheels up (and
the front wheels on the ground) when the automatic
transmission fluid level is low. this may cause serious
and expensive damage to the transmission.
Do not use the steering column lock to secure the front
wheels for towing.
Make sure the transaxle is in Neutral if vehicle will have
drive wheels on the ground.
If these requirements cannot be met, the front wheels
must be placed on a tow dolly.
.
TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE
When a locked vehicle must be towed and keys are not avail-
able, the vehicle may be lifted and towed from the front, pro-
vided the parking brake is released. If not released, the rear
wheels should be placed on a tow dolly.
.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions should be taken when towing the
vehicle:
1. DO NOT LIFT OR TOW THE VEHICLE BY ATTACHING
TO OR WRAPPING AROUND THE BUMPER.
2. Any loose, protruding, or damaged parts such as hoods,
doors, fenders, trim, etc. should be secured or removed
prior to moving the vehicle.

RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND LUBRICANT CAPACITIES TABLE
GENERAL00-35
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND LUBRICANT
CAPACITIES TABLE
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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS
LUBRICANT CAPACITY TABLE
<3.8L ENGINE>LUBRICANT SPECIFICATION
Engine oil Engine oils conforming to ACEA A1, A2 or A3 and
AP1 SG or higher
AutomaticTransmission fluid Genuine Mitsubishi Motors ATF-SP III
Manual Transmission fluid Genuine Mitsubishi Motors MTF
Power steering fluid ATF DEXRON III or DEXRON II
Brakes fluid Conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4
Engine coolant Genuine Mitsubishi Motors coolant
Refrigerant (air conditioning) HFC-134a
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Engine oil (Litres) Oil pan (excluding oil filter) 4.0
Oil filter 0.3
Engine coolant (Litres) 8.7
Automatic Transmission fluid (Litres) 8.4
Manual Transmission fluid (Litres) 2.8
Power steering fluid (Litres) 1.2
Fuel tank (Litres) 67.0
Washer fluid (Litres) 5.0
Refrigerant (air conditioning) (grams) 435g - 475g

MAINTENANCE SERVICE
GENERAL00-39
7. DRIVE BELTS (FOR ALTERNATOR, POWER
STEERING PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONING)
(CHECK)
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ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT TENSION CHECK
<3.8L ENGINE>
.
WHEN USING DIAGNOSTIC TOOL (MUT-III)
Required Special Tools:
MB991668: Belt Tension Meter Set
Diagnostic Tool (MUT-III)
MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.)
MB991910: MUT-III Main Harness A (BLUE)
To prevent damage to DIAGNOSTIC TOOL (MUT-III), always
turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position
before connecting or disconnecting.
1. Connect Belt Tension Meter Set (MB991668) to V.C.I
(MB991824).
2. Connect MUT-III Main Harness A (BLUE) (MB991910) to
V.C.I (MB991824).
3. Connect MUT-III Main Harness A (BLUE) (MB991910) to the
data link connector.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position and select "Belt
Tension" from the menu V.C.I (MB991824) screen.

MAINTENANCE SERVICE
GENERAL00-42
ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT TENSION
ADJUSTMENT
.1. Loosen the tensioner pulley fixing nut.
2. With the tensioner pulley fixing nut temporarily tightened to
15
5 Nm (11 4 ft-lb), set the belt tension or defection
amount to the standard value using the adjusting bolt.
Standard value:
3. Tighten the tension pulley fixing nut.
Tightening torque: 49
10 Nm (36 7 ft-lb)
POWER STEERING DRIVE BELT TENSION
CHECK
.
WHEN USING DIAGNOSTIC TOOL (MUT-III)
Required Special Tools:
MB991668: Belt Tension Meter Set
Diagnostic Tool (MUT-III)
MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.)
MB991910: MUT-III Main Harness A (BLUE)
Gently tap the middle of the belt between the pulleys (the loca-
tion indicated by the arrow) with your finger as shown in the
illustration, and check that the vibration frequency of the belt is
within the standard value.
NOTE: Refer to P.00-39 for details on the method of measuring
the vibration frequency using the scan tool.
Standard value:
.
ITEMS DURING
ADJUSTMENTDURING
REPLACEMENT
Vibration
frequency Hz150
163 180 202
Tension N (lb) 539
637
(121
143)785
981
(176
221)
Deflection
(Reference value)
mm (in)8.9
10.1
(0.35
0.40)6.2
7.5
(0.24
0.30)
ITEM WHEN
CHECKEDDURING
ADJUSTME
NTDURING
REPLACEM
ENT
Vibration
frequency Hz124
160 134 151 160 189

MAINTENANCE SERVICE
GENERAL00-50
16. BALL JOINT AND STEERING LINKAGE
SEALS (INSPECT FOR GREASE LEAKS AND
DAMAGE)
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1. These components, which are permanently lubricated at the
factory, do not require periodic lubrication. Damaged seals
and boots should be replaced to prevent leakage or grease
contamination.
2. Inspect the dust cover and boots for proper sealing, leakage
and damage, and replace them if defective.
17. DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS (INSPECT FOR
GREASE LEAKS AND DAMAGE)
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1. These components, which are permanently lubricated at the
factory, do not require periodic lubrication. Damaged seals
and boots should be replaced to prevent leakage or grease
contamination.
2. Inspect the dust cover and boots for proper sealing, leakage
and damage. Replace them if defective.

MAINTENANCE SERVICE
GENERAL00-53
SRS AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (SRS-ECU)
The SRS may not activate if the SRS-ECU is not
installed properly, which could result in serious injury
or death to the vehicle's driver and front passenger.
1. Check the SRS-ECU case for dents, cracks, deformation or
rust.
2. Check the connector for damage, and check the terminals
for deformation or rust.
Replace the SRS-ECU if it fails the visual checks above
(Refer to GROUP 52B, SRS Air Bag Control Unit
P.52B-234).
AIR BAG MODULE, STEERING WHEEL AND
CLOCK SPRING
The removed air bag module should be stored in a
clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.
Replace any visually inspected part if it fails the
following inspection.
1. Remove the air bag module, steering wheel and clock
spring.
(Refer to GROUP 52B, Air Bag Module and Clock Spring
P.52B-237).
2. Check the pad cover for dents, cracks or deformation.