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PARKING BRAKE LINING AND DRUM
PARKING BRAKES36-10
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
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>>A<< REAR BRAKE CHAMBER RETAINER
INSTALLATION
Use pliers or a similar tool to close the rear brake chamber
retainer end onto the pin.
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>>B<< REAR BRAKE SHOE SLACK ADJUSTER
INSTALLATION
Install the rear brake shoe slack adjuster as shown.
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PARKING BRAKE LINING AND DRUM
PARKING BRAKES36-11
>>C<< SHOE-TO-ANCHOR SPRING
INSTALLATION
The front and rear shoe-to-anchor springs are not inter-
changeable, so the blue spring must be installed at the
front side and the yellow spring must be installed at the
rear side.
Install the shoe-to-anchor springs in the order shown in the
illustration.
INSPECTIONM1361002600260
PARKING BRAKE LINING AND BRAKE DRUM
CHECK
1. Measure the thickness of the brake lining at several places.
Standard value: 2.8 mm (0.11 inch)
Minimum Limit: 1.0 mm (0.04 inch)
2. If the thickness of the brake lining is below the limit, replace
the shoe assemblies on both sides of the vehicle. Never
replace only one side.
3. Measure the inside diameter of the brake disc in two places
or more.
Standard value: 190.0 mm
Limit: 191.0 mm
4. If the inside diameter exceeds the limit, or if it is excessively
worn on one side, replace the brake disc.
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SPECIFICATIONS
PARKING BRAKES36-12
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONSM1361003500266
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSM1361000300412
LUBRICANTM1361000400301
ITEM SPECIFICATION
Parking brake lining and drum
Rear brake bolt (rear brake caliper assembly mounting
bolt)60
5 Nm (45 3 ft-lb)
Rear wheel hub assembly mounting bolt 73
7 Nm (54 5 ft-lb)
ITEMS STANDARD VALUE LIMIT
Parking brake lever stroke
[Parking brake lever pull force: Approximately 200 N
(45 pounds)]5
7 notches
Rear brake lining thickness mm (in) 2.8 Minimum 1.0
Brake drum inside diameter mm (in) 190.0 191.0
ITEM SPECIFIED LUBRICANT
Rear brake shoe slack adjuster Brake grease SAE J310, NLGI No.1
Backing plate
Rear brake shoe assembly
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SPECIFICATIONS
PARKING BRAKES36-14
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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
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
GENERAL00-18
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERM1001000401028
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is stamped on the
bulkhead in the engine compartment and also on the compli-
ance plate itself. It provides information for vehicle identification
purposes and should be quoted when ordering parts or in any
correspondence related to the vehicle
NO. ITEM CONTENT
1 Geographic Area
6: Australia
2 Country within
Geographic areaM: Australia
3 Manufacturer
M: Mitsubishi Motors
4 Car line
D: 380
5Series
B: Series
6 Engine/
Transmission
combinations1: 3.8 litre MPI
(5-speed manual)
4: 3.8 litre MPI
(5-speed A/T)
7Price class
D: 380
V: 380VRX
X: 380GT
H: 380LS, 380LX(full option pack)
8 Body Type
41: Sedan
9Year
5: 2005
10 Assembly Plant
T: Tonsley Park
11 Body number 000001 to 999999
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TOWING AND HOISTING
GENERAL00-26
TOWING AND HOISTINGM1001000800380
TOWING THE VEHICLE BY A TOW TRUCK
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This vehicle cannot be towed by a tow truck using
sling-type equipment (TYPE A) as illustrated; otherwise it
will damage the bumper and front end. If this vehicle is
towed, use wheel lift or flat bed equipment.
If the transmission is malfunctioning or damaged,
transport the vehicle with the driving wheels on a car-
riage (TYPE C, D or E) as illustrated.
If you tow the vehicles with an A/T with the driving
wheels on the ground (TYPE B) as illustrated, make
sure that the towing speed and distance given below
are never exceeded, causing damage to the transmis-
sion.
Towing speed: 50km/h
Towing distance: 30km
For the towing speed and the towing distance, follow
the local driving laws and regulations.
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TOWING WITH FRONT WHEELS OFF THE
GROUND (TYPE C)
The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extended dis-
tances provided the parking brake is released and gearshift
lever is in the "Neutral" position (M/T) or the selector lever is in
the "N" (NEUTRAL) position (A/T). It is recommended that vehi-
cles be towed using the front pickup whenever possible.
[For vehicles equipped with the traction control system
(TCL)]
If the vehicle is towed with the ignition key in the "ON"
position and only the front wheels or only the rear
wheels raised of the ground, a malfunction may occur
in the device
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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.
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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.
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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.