SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE ELECTRICAL16-39
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSM1161000300322
ITEMS STANDARD VALUE LIMIT
Alternator
Regulated voltage
(Ambient temperature at voltage
regulator)
20C (4F)14.2 15.4
20C (68F) 13.9 14.9
60C (140F) 13.4 14.5
80C (176F) 13.1 14.5
Alternator output wire voltage drop (at 30 A) VMaximum 0.3
Nominal Output current 110A 70 % of normal output
current
Field coil resistance
Approximately 2 5
Brush protrusion length mm (in)Minimum 2 (0.08)
Starter motor
Free running characteristics Terminal voltage
V11
Current A 95
Speed r/min 2,500 or more
Pinion gap mm (in) 0.5 2.0 (0.02 0.07)
Commutator run-out mm (in) 0.05 (0.002) Minimum 0.1 (0.004)
Commutator diameter mm (in) 29.4 (1.16) Minimum 28.8 (1.13)
Undercut depth mm (in) 0.5 (0.02) Minimum 0.2 (0.008)
Ignition parts
Spark plug gap mm 1.0 1.1
BASIC BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
BASIC BRAKE SYSTEM35A-5
STEP 4. Check for pinched or restricted brake
tube or hose.
Q: Is there a pinched or restricted brake tube or hose?
YES :
Replace that complete section of brake tube
or brake hose. Then go to Step 7.
NO : Go to Step 5.
STEP 5. Check for oil, water, etc., on the pad
contact surfaces of all brakes.
Q: Is oil, water, etc., on the pad contact surface?
YES :
Replace the part and determine the
source/cause of foreign material. Recheck
symptom. Then go to Step 7.
NO : The procedure is complete. If condition
persists for vehicles without ABS, go to Step
6.
STEP 7. Recheck symptom.
Q: Is the symptom eliminated?
YES :
The procedure is complete.
NO : Start over at step 1. If a new symptom
surfaces, refer to the appropriate symptom
chart.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3: Increased Pedal Stroke (Reduced Pedal-to-Floor Board Clearance)
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DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check for spongy (not firm) brakes.
(1) With engine not running, depress the brake pedal
rapidly several times to deplete booster vacuum
reserve.
(2) With the brake pedal fully released, depress the
brake pedal slowly until it stops.
(3) With a measuring device (ruler, etc.) next to the
brake pedal, depress the pedal firmly and
measure the distance the pedal traveled.
Q: Is the distance greater than 20 mm (0.8 inch)?
YES :
Bleed the brakes to remove air in the fluid
(Refer to P.35A-16). Then go to Step 7.
NO : Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check the pad for wear.
Refer to P.35A-17.
Q: Is the pad thickness outside of specifications?
YES :
Replace the part. Then go to Step 7.
NO : Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check the vacuum hose and check valve
for damage.
Refer to P.35A-15.
Q: Is there a damage?
YES :
Replace the part. Then go to Step 7.
NO : Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Check the master cylinder function.
Refer to P.35A-23.
Q: Is there a fault?
YES :
Repair it. Then go to Step 7.
NO : Go to Step 5.
STEP 5. Check for brake fluid leaks.
Q: Is there a leak?
YES :
Check the connection for looseness,
corrosion, etc. Clean and repair as
necessary. If leaking in any tube or hose
section, replace the complete tube or hose.
Then go to Step 7 .
NO : Go to Step 6.
STEP 6. Check for excessive clearance between
the push rod and primary piston.
Refer to P.35A-26.
Q: Is the clearance outside of specifications?
YES :
Adjust the clearance. Then go to Step 7.
NO : Go to Step 7.
STEP 7. Recheck symptom.
Q: Is the symptom eliminated?
YES :
The procedure is complete.
NO : Start over at step 1. If a new symptom
surfaces, refer to the symptom chart.
DISC BRAKE ASSEMBLY
BASIC BRAKE SYSTEM35A-31
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
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>>A<< BRAKE DRAG FORCE CHECK
1. In order to measure the brake drag force, measure the hub
torque with the pads removed by the following procedure.
Use a spring scale to measure the hub torque in the forward
direction. Record hub torque with pads removed.
Do not let any oil, grease or other contamination get onto
the friction surfaces of the pads and brake discs.
2. After re-installing the caliper support to the knuckle, install
the pad clips and the pads to the caliper support.
3. Clean the piston and insert into cylinder with special tool
MB990520.
4. Be careful that the piston boot does not become caught,
when lowering the caliper assembly and installing the lock
pin bolt.
5. Check the brake drag force as follows.
(1) Start the engine and hold the brake pedal down for 5
seconds. [Pedal depression force: approximately 200 N
(45 pound)]
(2) Stop the engine.
(3) Turn the brake disc forward 10 times.
GENERAL00-2
MAINTENANCE SERVICE . . . . . . . .00-37
1. FUEL SYSTEM (TANK, PIPE LINE AND
CONNECTION, AND FUEL TANK FILLER
TUBE CAP) (CHECK FOR LEAKS) . . . . . . 00-37
2. FUEL HOSES (CHECK CONDITION) . . 00-37
3. AIR CLEANER FILTER (REPLACE). . . . 00-37
4. EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM
(EXCEPT EVAPORATIVE EMISSION
CANISTER) (CHECK FOR CLOGGING) . . 00-37
5. SPARK PLUGS (REPLACE). . . . . . . . . . 00-38
7. TIMING BELT (REPLACE) . . . . . . . . . . . 00-38
8. DRIVE BELTS (FOR ALTERNATOR, POWER
STEERING PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONING)
(CHECK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-39
9. EXHAUST SYSTEM (CONNECTIONS
PORTION OF MUFFLER, MUFFLER PIPES
AND CONVERTER HEAT SHIELDS) (CHECK
AND SERVICE AS REQUIRED) . . . . . . . . . 00-44
10. ENGINE OIL (CHANGE) . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-4411. ENGINE OIL FILTER (REPLACE) . . . . 00-44
12. TRANSMISSION FLUID . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-45
13. ENGINE COOLANT (CHANGE) . . . . . . 00-47
14. COOLANT HOSES (RADIATOR HOSE,
HEATER HOSE) (INSPECT). . . . . . . . . . . . 00-49
15. DISC BRAKE PADS, ROTORS
(INSPECT FOR WEAR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-49
16. BRAKE HOSES (CHECK FOR
DETERIORATION OR LEAKS) . . . . . . . . . . 00-49
17. BALL JOINT AND STEERING LINKAGE
SEALS (INSPECT FOR GREASE LEAKS
AND DAMAGE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-50
18. DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS (INSPECT FOR
GREASE LEAKS AND DAMAGE) . . . . . . . . 00-50
19. SUSPENSION SYSTEM (INSPECT FOR
LOOSENESS AND DAMAGE) . . . . . . . . . . 00-51
20. SRS AIR BAG (INSPECT FOR SRS
SYSTEM). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-51
21. TYRES (ROTATE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-58
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
GENERAL00-34
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEM1001001200336
Maintenance and lubrication service recommenda-
tions have been compiled to provide maximum pro-
tection for the vehicle owner's investment against all
reasonable types of driving conditions. Since these
conditions vary with the individual vehicle owner's
driving habits, the area in which the vehicle is oper-
ated and the type of driving to which the vehicle is
subjected, it is necessary to prescribe lubrication and
maintenance service on a time frequency as well as
mileage interval basis.
Oils, lubricants and greases are classified and
graded according to standards recommended by the
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and the Aus-
tralian Petroleum Institute (API).
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
For Information on service maintenance refer to the
"Service handbook".
ENGINE OIL
Tests have shown that laboratory animals
develop skin cancer after prolonged contact with
used engine oil. Accordingly, the potential exists
for humans to develop a number of skin disor-
ders, including cancer, from such exposure to
used engine oil. Therefore, when changing
engine oil, be careful not to touch it as much as
possible. Protective clothing and gloves, that
cannot be penetrated by oil, should be worn. The
skin should be thoroughly washed with soap and
water, or use waterless hand cleaner, to remove
any used engine oil. Do not use petrol, thinners,
or solvents.Either of the following engine oils should be used:
1. Engine oil conforming to the ACEA classification:
"For service A1, A2 or A3.
2. Engine oil conforming to the API classification:
"For service SG" or higher.
FUEL USAGE STATEMENT
Using leaded petrol in this car will damage the
catalytic converters and heated oxygen sensors,
and affect the warranty coverage validity.
This vehicle must use unleaded petrol only.
This vehicle has a fuel filler tube which is especially
designed to accept only the smaller-diameter
unleaded petrol dispensing nozzle.
The 3.8L model is designed to operate on unleaded
petrol having an octane rating (DIN 51607) of 90
RON or higher.
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PETROL CONTAINING ALCOHOL
Some petrol sold at service stations contain alcohol
although they may not be so identified.
Using fuels containing alcohol is not recommended
unless the nature of the blend can be determined as
being satisfactory, as follows.
Gasohol: A mixture of 10% ethanol and 90%
unleaded gasoline may be used in your vehicle. If
driveability problems are experienced as a result of
using gasohol, it is recommended that the vehicle be
operated on petrol.
Methanol: Do not use petrol containing methanol
(wood alcohol). Using this type of alcohol can result
in vehicle performance deterioration and damage
critical parts in the fuel system components. Fuel
system damage and performance problems resulting
from the use of petrol containing methanol may not
be covered by the new vehicle warranty.
MATERIALS ADDED TO FUEL
Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents
should be avoided. Many materials intended for gum
and varnish removal may contain highly active sol-
vents or similar ingredients that can be harmful to
gasket and diaphragm materials used in fuel system
component parts.
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND LUBRICANT CAPACITIES TABLE
GENERAL00-35
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND LUBRICANT
CAPACITIES TABLE
M1001001300504
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
GENERAL00-40
The temperature of the surface of the belt should be as
close as possible to underhood temperature.
Do not let any contaminants such as water or oil get
onto the microphone.
If strong gusts of wind blow against the microphone or
if there are any loud sources of noise nearby, the val-
ues measured by the microphone may not correspond
to actual values.
If the microphone is touching the belt while the mea-
surement is being made, the values measured by the
microphone may not correspond to actual values.
Do not take the measurement while the vehicle's engine
is running.
5. Hold special tool MB991668 (microphone) to the middle of
the drive belt between the pulleys (at the place indicated by
the arrow), about 10
20 mm (0.4 0.8 inch) away from the
rear surface of the belt and so that it is perpendicular to the
belt (within an angle of
15 degree angle).
6. Gently tap the middle of the belt between the pulleys (the
place 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.
Standard value:
NOTE: Because the frequency depends on the belt material,
confirm Part No. shown on the reverse of the belt.
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Part No. Vibration frequency Hz
MD368275 133
158
MN158101, MN187016 143
169
MAINTENANCE SERVICE
GENERAL00-44
8. EXHAUST SYSTEM (CONNECTIONS PORTION
OF MUFFLER, MUFFLER PIPES AND
CONVERTER HEAT SHIELDS) (CHECK AND
SERVICE AS REQUIRED)
M1001005800299
1. Check for holes and exhaust gas leaks due to damage,
corrosion, etc.
2. Check the joints and connections for looseness and exhaust
gas leaks.
3. Check the rubber hangers and brackets for damage.
9. ENGINE OIL (CHANGE)M1001002600360
Use the specified oil. (Refer to P.00-35.)
Use care as oil could be hot.
1. After warming up the engine, remove the oil filler cap.
2. Remove the drain plug to allow the engine oil to drain.
3. Install a new drain plug gasket so that it faces in the
direction shown in the illustration, and then tighten the drain
plug to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 39
5 Nm (29 3 ft-lb)
4. Pour new engine oil in through the oil filler hole.
Specified Engine Oil:
To ta l q u a n t i t y :
<3.8L Engine> 4.6 Litres
5. Install the engine oil filler cap.
6. Start the engine and run it at idle for a few minutes.
7. Pull out the oil dipstick slowly and check that the oil level is
within the marks on the oil dipstick.
8. Check that the oil is not excessively dirty, that there is no
coolant or petrol mixed in, and that it has sufficient viscosity.
10. ENGINE OIL FILTER (REPLACE)M1001002700345
The quality of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high
quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service.
Genuine oil filters require that the filter is capable of withstand-
ing a pressure of 1,800 kPa (261 psi) are high quality filters.
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