2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT engine coolant

6-6 For emergencies
6
5. If you do not see steam or spray coming from under thehood, leave the engine on until the bar graph for the
engine coolant temperature warning display on the multi-
information display goes down. When it is in the middle
of the normal zone, you can start driving again. If the bar
graph stays in the red zone, turn off the engine.
6. When you do not see any more steam or spray, open the hood. Look for obvious leaks, such as a split radiator
hose. Be careful as components will be hot. Any leak
source must be repaired.
7. If there is no obvious leak source, check the coolant level in the engine coolant reserve tank. If there is none, or if it
is too low, slowly add coolant. 8. If the engine coolant reserve tank needs coolant, you will
probably also need to add coolant to the radiator. Do not
loosen or remove the radiator cap until the engine has
cooled down.
9. Start the engine, and slowly add coolant, up to the bottom of the filler neck. Use plain water if you have to (and
replace it with the right coolant as soon as possible).
10. Replace the radiator cap and tighten it fully. Check the engine coolant temperature display on the multi-informa-
tion display. You can start driving again when the bar
graph for the engine coolant temperature display returns
to the normal zone.
11. Have the system inspected by your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
WARNING
!
Before raising the engine hood, check to see if there
is steam or spray coming from under the hood.
Steam or spray coming from an overheated engine
could seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood until there is no steam or
spray.
WARNING
!
Removing the radiator cap could scald you with
escaping hot water or steam. When checking the
radiator level, cover the cap with a cloth before try-
ing to remove it. Turn it slowly counterclockwise,
without pressing down, to the first notch. The pres-
sure in the system will then be let out. When the
pressure is COMPLETELY LET OUT, press down
and keep turning the cap counterclockwise until it
comes off.
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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- 7
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 10
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 12
Manual transaxle oil (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . .7- 17
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 18
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . . .7- 18
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . . . .7- 20
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 21
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 23
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . .7- 32
Brake pedal free play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 33
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 33
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 34
Emission-control system maintenance. . . . . . . . . .7- 34 General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 36
For cold and snowy weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 38
Fusible links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 39
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 39
Replacement of light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 47
Vehicle care precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 69
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 70
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 71
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7-6 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
NOTE
If this does not close the engine hood properly, drop it
again from a slightly higher position.

Do not push down strongly on the engine hood. Depend-
ing on how strongly or where you push down, you could
create a dent in the vehicle body.

If you drive with the engine hood left open, warning dis-
play is displayed on the information screen in the multi-
information display.
View of the engine compartment
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Type 1 Type 2
1- Engine oil level dipstick
2- Engine oil filler cap
3- Air cleaner filter
4- Brake fluid/Clutch fluid reservoir (if so equipped)
5- Windshield and rear window washer fluid reservoir
6- Engine coolant reserve tank
7- Radiator cap
8- Battery
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7-10 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
To replace the oil filterThe oil filter should be replaced at the time or mileage speci-
fied in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MAN-
UAL”.
Only use high quality replacement filters on this vehicle. The
manufacturer’s specifications for Genuine Mitsubishi oil filters
require that the filter can withstand a pressure of 256 psi (1.8
MPa). A Genuine Mitsubishi oil filter is the best replacement
filter.
Follow the installation instructions printed on the filter.
Engine coolant
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To check the coolant levelThe engine coolant reserve tank (A) lets you quickly see when
you need to add coolant. When the engine is cold, the level of
the coolant in the reserve tank should be between the FULL
and LOW marks. The radiator usually stays full so there is no
reason to remove the radiator cap (B) except when you check
the coolant freeze point or replace the antifreeze coolant.
FULLLOW
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Vehicle care and maintenance7-11
7
To add coolantMitsubishi Motors Genuine Coolant provides excellent protec-
tion against corrosion and rust formation on all metals, includ-
ing aluminum, and prevents clogs in some parts of the engine.
If you need to add coolant often, or if the level in the reserve
tank does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system
should be pressure-tested for leaks. Take your vehicle to an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice for testing.
Radiator capThe radiator cap must be tight sealed to prevent losing coolant,
which may result in engine damage. Only use a Genuine
Mitsubishi Parts radiator cap, or an approved equivalent.Points to remember
Do not overfill the reserve tank.

Your vehicle uses a special radiator cap that stays sealed
and lets the coolant flow from the reserve tank back to the
radiator when the engine cools down. If you need to
change the cap, use the exact same kind.

Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator with the
proper gauge, and only when it is safe. If you add anti-
freeze, the contents of the reserve tank must be protected
against freezing.
Use “Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life Coolant Pre-
mium” or equivalent*.
*: similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life
hybrid organic acid technology
CAUTION
!
Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any
engine coolants that contain them. Using the wrong
antifreeze can corrode aluminum parts.
The required concentration of anti-freeze differs
depending on the expected ambient temperature.
Above -31 °F (-35 ° C) : 50 % concentration of anti-
freeze
Below -31 °F (-35 °C) : 60 % concentration of anti-
freeze
You can check the concentration level with a gauge
from an automotive supply store, or your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or service station can
check it for you.

Do not use water to adjust the concentration of cool-
ant.
Do not top off the tank with plain water only. Water
by itself boils at a lower temperature and does not
stop rust or freezing. If the water freezes, it will
damage your cooling system. Do not use tapwater. It
can cause corrosion and rust.
WARNING
!
Wait for the engine to cool down before opening the
radiator cap. Otherwise hot steam or boiling coolant
could spray up from the radiator and scald you.
CAUTION
!
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7-12 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Keep the front of the radiator and condenser clean.

If the engine coolant temperature does not rise after the
engine is warmed-up, take your vehicle to an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice to have the thermostat checked, and replaced if
necessary.
Air cleaner filter
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The air cleaner filter will get dirty and dusty from use and not
filter properly. Replace it with a new filter using the schedule
in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.
1. Remove the upper cover and duct. For details, refer to “Removing and installing the upper cover and duct” on
page 7-14.
2. While holding down the tab (A), pull out the connector (B).
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Specifications9-9
9
Capacity
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*: similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid
organic acid technology
Item
Capacity
Lubricants
Fuel
(approximate)
Front-wheel drive vehicles 16.6 gal (63 L)
Refer to “Fuel selection” on page 1-2All-wheel drive vehicles15.8 gal (60 L)
Engine oil
Oil pan 4.2 qt (4.0 L) Engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification mark (“star-
burst” symbol) on the container.
If these oils are not available, and API classification SN or
higher can be used.Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)
Manual transaxle 2.6 qt (2.5 L)Mitsubishi Motors Genuine NEW MULTI GEAR OIL API
classification GL-3 SAE 75W-80Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
7.5 qt (7.1 L) Mitsubishi Motors Genuine CVTF - J4Transfer oil.50 qt (0.47 L)Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid Gear Oil API
classification GL-5 SAE 80Differential
Rear axle
.42 qt (0.4 L)Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid Gear Oil API
classification GL-5 SAE 80
Brake/Clutch (if so equipped)
As required Conforming to Brake fluid DOT3 or DOT4Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch As required Multipurpose type grease NLGI Grade 2Engine coolant
{Includes .69 qt (0.65 L) in reserve tank}7.9 qt (7.5 L)Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life Coolant Pre-
mium or equivalent*Washer fluid
4.8 qt (4.5 L)—Refrigerant (air conditioning) Refer to the “Air
conditioning label” on page 9-2. HFC-134a
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Alphabetical index
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C
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 1-9
Capacities 9-9
Card holder 3-238
Cargo area cover 3-253
Cargo loads 4-13
Cargo room lightBulb capacity 7-50
Catalytic converter 7-3
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles 3-91
Certification label 9-5
Charging system warning light 3-179
Child restraint systems 2-31
Child safety locks for rear door 3-43
Cleaning Inside of your vehicle 7-70
Outside of your vehicle 7-71
Clock 5-103
Clutch Pedal free play 7-32
Coat hook 3-254
Consumer information 8-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 3-74 Fluid 7-18
,9-9
Selector lever operation 3-75
Selector lever positions 3-79
Sports mode 3-80
Coolant (engine) 7-10
,9-9 Cruise control 3-107
Cup holder 3-251
D
Daytime running lights
Bulb capacity 7-48
Replacement 7-60
Defogger (rear window) 3-203
Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows) 5-14
,
5-23
,5-33
,5-43
Dimensions 9-5
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-188
Disc brake pads 7-36
Dome light Bulb capacity 7-50
Doors Lock 3-38
Power door locks 3-41
Driving during cold weather 4-7
Driving precaution 4-2
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-3
E
Electric rear window defogger switch 3-203
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) 3-4
,3-31
Electronically controlled 4WD system 3-84
Emission-control system maintenance 7-34
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