2012 MITSUBISHI GALANT belt

Driving safety
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4 Vehicle preparation before driving
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For a safer and more enjoyable trip, always observe the follow-
ing: Seat belts and seats
Before starting the vehicle, make certain that you and all
passengers are seated and wearing their seat belts properly
(with children in the rear seat, in appropriate restraints),
and that all the doors are locked.

Move the driver’s seat as far backward as possible, while
still keeping good visibility, and good control of the steer-
ing wheel, brakes, accelerator, and controls. Check the
instrument panel indicators for any possible problem.

Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.

Make sure that infants and small children are properly
restrained in accordance with all laws and regulations.Defrosters Check these by selecting the defroster mode, and set the blower
switch on high. You should be able to feel the air blowing
against the windshield.
(Refer to “Defrosting or defogging the windshield and door
windows” on page 5-12, 5-19.)
Tires Check all the tires for heavy tread wear or uneven wear pat-
terns. Look for stones, nails, glass, or other objects stuck in the
tread. Look for any tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check the
wheel nuts for tightness, and the tires (including spare tire) for
proper pressures. Replace your tires before they are heavily
worn out.
As your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system, there is a risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure
sensors when the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire replacement
should, therefore, be performed only by an authorized Mitsub-
ishi Motors dealer.Lights Have someone watch while you turn all the exterior lights on
and off. Also check the turn signal indicators and high-beam
indicators on the instrument panel. Fluid leaks Check the ground under the vehicle after parking overnight, for
fuel, water, oil, or other leaks. Make sure all the fluid levels are
correct. Also, if you can smell fuel, you need to find out why
immediately and have it fixed.
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For emergencies
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3. You could be injured if the vehicles move. Set the parking
brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transaxle
in “P” (PARK) or a manual transaxle in “N” (Neutral).
Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position. NOTE
Turn off all lights, heater, and other electrical loads. This
will avoid sparks and help save both batteries.
4. Make sure your battery electrolyte is at the proper level.
(Refer to “Battery” on page 7-15.)5. Connect one end of one jumper cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the discharged battery (A), and the other end
to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (B).
NOTE
Open the terminal cover before connecting the jumper
cable to the positive terminal of the battery.
(Refer to “Battery” on page 7-15.)

Use the proper cables suitable for the battery size.
Otherwise heat damage to the cables could result.

Check the jumper cables for damage and corrosion before
use.
WA R N I N G
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Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position on
both vehicles. Make sure that the cables or your
clothes cannot be caught by the fan or drive belt.
Personal injury could result.
WA R N I N G
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If the electrolyte fluid is not visible, or looks frozen,
DO NOT ATTEMPT JUMP STARTING!!
The battery might split open or explode if the tem-
perature is below the freezing point or if it is not
filled to the proper level.
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7-2 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Service precautions
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Taking regular care of your vehicle will preserve its value and
appearance as long as possible.
You can do some of the maintenance work yourself, and the
rest should only be performed by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
If you discover a malfunction or other problem, have it cor-
rected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice.
This section describes the maintenance inspections that you
can do yourself, if you so desire. Follow the instructions and
precautions for each procedure.
Have you purchased the Mitsubishi Motors Diamond Care Pro-
tection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warran-
ties. See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
WA R N I N G
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When checking or servicing the inside of the engine
compartment, be sure the engine is stopped and has
had a chance to cool down.
If you need to work in the engine compartment with
the engine running, be especially careful that your
clothing, hair, etc. does not get caught in the fan,
drive belts, or other moving parts.
The fan can turn on automatically even if the engine
is not running. Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK”
position and remove the key to be safe while you
work in the engine compartment.
Do not smoke or allow open flames around fuel or
the battery. The fumes are flammable.

Be extremely careful when working around the bat-
tery. It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric
acid.
Do not get under your vehicle while it is on a jack.
Always use properly rated automotive jack stands.
Handling your vehicle’s parts and materials in the
wrong way can injure you. Ask an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice if you have questions.
WA R N I N G
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7-32 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Ball joint, steering linkage seals and drive shaft
boots
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Check the following parts for damage and grease leaks:

Ball joint boots of the front suspension and steering link-
age

Bellows on both ends of the drive shaftDrive belt (for generator, power steering pump,
air conditioning compressor)
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Check the tension of the drive belt. Make certain that the indi-
cator (A) is between the specified lines as shown in the illustra-
tion.
Check the drive belt for cuts and cracks, and replace it if it is
damaged. When replacing the belt, make sure that there is no
interference between the belt and other engine components.
After replacing, recheck the tension to make sure the indicator
(A) is between the specified lines.
WA R N I N G
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Do not check or touch the drive belt with the engine
running, or serious injury or death may result.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
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Exhaust system
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The best way to keep carbon monoxide gas from entering
inside your vehicle is to have the engine exhaust system prop-
erly serviced.
Have a competent mechanic inspect the complete exhaust sys-
tem and nearby body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated,
or mispositioned parts if you notice any of the following:

A change in the sound of the exhaust system

The smell of exhaust fumes inside the vehicle

The underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged
Also check the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication, oil changes, or required service. Any open
seams or loose connections could let dangerous exhaust fumes
seep into the luggage compartment and passenger compart-
ments. Check for any of the following conditions:
Check for holes or exhaust gas leaks caused by corrosion
or damage.

Check the joints and connections for looseness or exhaust
gas leaks.

Check the rubber hangers and brackets for damage.
Timing belt
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The timing belt should be replaced with a new one at the mile-
age listed in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL”.Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch
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The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should
be checked, cleaned, and oiled when needed for easy move-
ment and to stop rust and wear. Use Multipurpose Grease
NLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all sliding parts of the hood latch
and release lever. Work the grease into the hood lock mecha-
nism until all the movable surfaces are covered.
Also, put a light coat of the same grease on the safety catch
wherever moving parts touch.
WA R N I N G
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Carbon monoxide gas from your vehicle’s exhaust is
poisonous. Breathing these fumes can cause uncon-
sciousness or death.
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9-2 Specifications
9Vehicle labeling
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Keep a record of the vehicle identification number. This infor-
mation will assist the police if your vehicle is stolen.1 - Vehicle emission control information labelThe vehicle emission control information label is affixed on the
underside of the engine hood.2 - Vehicle identification number plateThe vehicle identification number is stamped on the plate riv-
eted to the left front corner of the dashboard. It is visible from
outside of the vehicle through the windshield.3 - Air conditioning labelThe air conditioning label is affixed on the underside of the
engine hood.
Engine serial numberThe engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block as
shown in the illustration. *- Front of the vehicle
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Alphabetical index
2Parking brake lever stroke 7-28
Pedal 3-47
Pedal free play 7-28
Power brakes 3-48
Service brake 3-47
Warning light 3-78
Break-in recommendations 3-2
Bulb capacity 7-45
C
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 1-9
Capacities 9-8
Cargo loads 4-13
Catalytic converter 7-3
Certification label 9-4
Charging system warning light 3-80
Child restraints 2-27
Child safety locks for rear door 3-15
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle 7-62
Outside of your vehicle 7-63
Clock 3-123
Coat hooks 3-134
Combination headlights and dimmer switch 3-81
Consumer information 8-2
Coolant (engine) 7-9
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Cruise control 3-57
Indicator light 3-58
Cup holder 3-133
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Defogger (rear window) 3-90
Digital clock 3-123
Dimensions 9-4
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-83
Disc brake pads 7-31
Dome light 3-129
Capacity 7-46
Replacement 7-59
Door-ajar warning buzzer 3-80
Door-ajar warning light 3-80
Doors
Lock 3-12
Power door locks 3-14
Drive belt 7-32
Driving during cold weather 4-6
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-2
E
Electric rear window defogger switch 3-90
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) 3-3
Emission-control system maintenance 7-29
Engine
Compartment 7-6
Coolant 7-9
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Coolant temperature gauge 3-76
Hood 7-4
Malfunction indicator light 3-79
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Alphabetical index
6Heated seats 2-10
Rear seat 2-11
Seats and restraint systems 2-3
Seat belt 2-15
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor 2-21
Child restraints 2-27
Maintenance and inspection 2-37
Pre-tensioner 2-25
Seat belt extender 2-24
Seat belt guide 2-22
Seat belt reminder/warning light 2-20
Seat belt use during pregnancy 2-25
Service brake 3-47
Service precautions 7-2
Skid control function 3-53
Snow tires 7-27
Spark plugs 7-30
Speedometer 3-73
Steering
Power steering fluid 7-15
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Tilt lock lever 3-29
Wheel lock 3-36
Steering wheel remote control switch 5-62
Stop lights
Capacity 7-45
Replacement 7-53
Sun visors 3-121
Sunroof 3-26
Supplemental Restraint System 2-38How the Supplement Restraint System works 2-41
Servicing 2-59
Warning light 2-46
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Tachometer 3-73
Tail lights
Capacity 7-45
Replacement 7-53
Tank capacity 9-8
Theft-alarm system 3-20
Timing belt 7-33
Tire pressure monitoring system 3-63
Tires 7-19
How to change a tire 6-9
Inflation pressure 7-23
Maintenance 7-24
Quality grading 8-2
Replacing tires and wheels 7-24
Rotation 7-25
Size (tire and wheel) 9-7
Snow tires 7-27
Tire and loading information placard 4-10
,9-3
Tire chains 7-27
Tread wear indicators 7-25
Tissue holder 3-132
Tools 6-8
Storage 6-7
Towing 6-21
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