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6
To install the flat tire or spare tire
N00849900057
Tighten the clamp (A) firmly with your fingers by turning it
clockwise until the tire cannot move.
To store the jack, bar and wheel nut wrench
N00850000029
Reverse the removing procedure when storing the jack, bar and
wheel nut wrench.
Refer to “Tools and jack” on page 6-7.
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For emergencies
6-23
6 To w i n g
N00837000703
If your vehicle needs to be towedIf towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by a
commercial tow truck service.
When towing is required, transport the vehicle using a tow
truck.
Incorrect towing equipment could damage your vehicle.
There may be local regulations concerning towing in your area.
Obey the regulations of the area where you are driving your
vehicle.
CAUTION
!Do not attempt to be towed by another vehicle with
a rope.
Do not tow all-wheel drive vehicles with this style.
Do not tow all-wheel drive vehicles with this style.
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6
Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
CAUTION
!This vehicle must not be towed by a tow truck using
sling lift type equipment (Type A) as illustrated.
Using a sling lift will damage the bumper and front
end.Do not tow all-wheel drive vehicles with the front or
rear wheels on the ground (Type B or Type C) as
illustrated. This could result in the driving system
damage or vehicle may jump at the carriage.
If you tow all-wheel drive vehicles, use Type D or E
equipment.On front-wheel drive vehicles, if the transaxle is
malfunctioning or damaged, transport the vehicle
with the driving wheels on a carriage (Type C, D or
E) as illustrated.On front-wheel drive vehicle, if the vehicle is towed
with the ignition key in the “ON” position and only
the front wheels or only the rear wheels raised off
the ground, the ASC may operate, resulting in an
accident. When towing the vehicle with the front
wheels raised, keep the ignition key in the “LOCK”
or “ACC” position. When towing the vehicle with
the rear wheels raised, keep the ignition key in the
“ACC” position.
If you tow the vehicles with an automatic transaxle
with the driving wheels on the ground (Type B) as
illustrated, make sure that the towing speed and dis-
tance given below are never exceeded, causing the
transaxle damage.
Towing speed: 31 mph (50 km/h)
Towing distance: 18 miles (30 km)
For the towing speed and the towing distance, follow
the local driving laws and regulations.
CAUTION
!
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6
Towing with rear wheels off the ground (Type B)Place the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
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” posi-
tion when towing.Towing with front wheels off the ground (Type C)Release the parking brake.
Place the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
Operation under adverse driving conditions
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If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or
snow If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can
often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the selector lever
rhythmically between “Sports mode” and “R” (REVERSE)
position, while pressing lightly on the accelerator pedal.
Do not rev the engine or spin the wheels. Constant efforts to
free a stuck vehicle can cause overheating and transaxle fail-
ure. Let the engine idle for a few minutes to cool the transaxle
before trying again.
If your vehicle is still stuck after several rocking attempts, call
for a commercial tow truck service.
CAUTION
!Never tow an automatic transaxle vehicle with the
rear wheels up (and the front wheels on the ground)
(Type B) when the automatic transaxle fluid level is
low. This may cause serious and expensive damage
to the transaxle.
WA R N I N G
!To prevent entry of exhaust gas from the towing
vehicle, set your air selection switch to the recircula-
tion position.
WA R N I N G
!When trying to rock your vehicle out of a stuck posi-
tion, make sure that there are no people nearby. The
rocking motion can make your vehicle suddenly
lurch forward or backward, and injure any
bystanders.
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6
On a bumpy or rutted roadDrive as slow as possible when driving on bumpy, rutted
roads or over potholes.
CAUTION
!Driving on bumpy, rutted roads or over potholes can
damage the tires and wheels.
Wheels with low-profiles tires or under-inflated tires
are especially at risk for damage.
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7
Vehicle care and maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 3
Engine hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 4
View of the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 6
Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 6
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 9
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 11
Automatic transaxle fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 12
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . . .7- 13
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 15
Power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 16
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 16
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 20
Brake pedal free play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 29
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 30
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 31
Emission-control system maintenance. . . . . . . . . .7- 31
General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 33
For cold and snowy weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 35Fuse links. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 36
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 36
Replacement of light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 44
Vehicle care precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 57
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 58
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 60
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-13
7
Fluid typeUse only “DIAMOND ATF SP III” transaxle fluid to ensure
optimum transaxle performance. Special additives Mitsubishi Motors Corporation does not recommend the addi-
tion of any fluid additives to the transaxle.
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models)
N00938400170
Whenever the transfer oil level is checked, add oil as necessary
to maintain the proper level.
Fill or change the oil according to the table.Oil type
Lubricant Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5
Viscosity range SAE 90
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7-14 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models)
N00915200171
Whenever the oil level is checked, add oil as necessary to
maintain the proper level.
Fill or change oil according to the table.Oil type
Wa s h e r f l u i d
N00938600198
The windshield and rear window washer fluid reservoir is in
the engine compartment.
Check the washer fluid level at regular intervals and add
washer fluid to reservoir if necessary. During cold weatherWhen freezing weather is anticipated, flush out the water in the
reservoir by operating the pump. Fill the reservoir with wind-
shield antifreeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operate the sys-
tem for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
LubricantHypoid gear oil API
classification GL-5 or higher
Anticipated temperature range Viscosity range
Above -10 °F (-23 °C)SAE90
SAE85W-90
SAE80W-90
-30 °F to -10 °F
(-34 °C to -23 °C)SAE80W
SAE80W-90
Below -30 °F (-34 °C) SAE75W
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