2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER XL oil change

6-20 For emergencies
6
[Vehicle with aluminum wheels]
• Normal wheels
Temporarily tighten the wheel nuts (flange nuts) until
their flange section comes in contact with the wheel and
it is no longer loose.• Compact spare wheel
Install the wheel nuts with their tapered ends facing
inward, then tighten by hand until the wheel is no longer
loose.
NOTE
Flange nuts can be temporarily used on the compact spare
or steel wheel, but return them to the original wheel and
tire as soon as possible.

If all 4 wheels are changed to steel wheels, use tapered
nuts.
CAUTION
!
Never apply oil to either the wheel bolts or the nuts
or they will tighten too much.
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7-8 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Engine oil and oil filter
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To check and refill engine oilIt is normal for an engine to use oil. You may need to add oil
between the recommended oil change intervals. Before starting
the engine, check the engine oil level. Refill if necessary.
To check the oil level, remove the dipstick, wipe it off, and
gently reinsert it all the way. Slowly pull the dipstick straight
out and check the oil level by checking the upper surface of the
dipstick. The oil level must not go above the line on the dip-
stick.NOTE
If it is difficult to verify the oil level, wipe off the dipstick
and reinsert it. Wait a moment and then recheck the oil
level by checking the upper surface of the dipstick.
If the level does not reach the line which shows the smallest
amount of oil required, remove the oil filler cap on the engine
valve cover, and fill to within the “Good” range.
2.4 L models
Good
Good 3.0 L models
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-13
7
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.

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.
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.
WA R N I N G
!
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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7-18 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
fluid
(if so equipped)
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The continuously variable transmission (CVT) should be main-
tained and serviced by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice to obtain the best perfor-
mance and longest life. It is important that the transmission
fluid is kept at the correct level.Fluid typeUse only “Mitsubishi Motors Genuine CVTF-J4” transmission
fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance.Special additivesDo not use any fluid additives to the transmission.
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models)
N00938400268
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.Fluid type
LubricantMitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid
Gear Oil API classification GL-5
Viscosity range SAE 80
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-19
7 Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models)
N00915200256
Whenever the oil level is checked, add oil as necessary to
maintain the proper level.
Fill or change oil according to the table.Fluid type
Wa s h e r f l u i d
N00938600228
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.
Open the reservoir cap and check the fluid level with the dip-
stick.
When 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.
LubricantMitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid
Gear Oil API classification GL-5
Viscosity range SAE 80
FULLEMPTY
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7-38 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
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
N00942300079
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
N00942500101
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
!
Carbon monoxide gas from your vehicle’s exhaust is
poisonous. Breathing these fumes can cause uncon-
sciousness or death.
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Alphabetical index
5
L
Labeling 9-2
License plate light
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-71
Link System 3-238
Loading information 4-9
Lower glove compartment light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Lubricants 9-11
Luggage floor box 3-284
Luggage hooks 3-291
M
Malfunction indicator light 3-212
Manual air conditioning 5-6
,5-16
MIVEC engine 3-34
,3-42
,3-94
Modification of your vehicle 1-6
Multi-information display 3-166O
Octane rating 1-2
Oil
Engine oil 9-11
Rear axle oil 9-11
Transfer oil 9-11
Operation under adverse driving conditions 6-27
Outside rearview mirrors 3-87Overheating 6-5
P
Parking 4-8
Parking brake 3-81
Parking lights
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-58
Personal compartment 3-280
Polishing 7-83
Power brakes 3-130
Power outlet 3-271
Power steering
Fluid 7-21
,9-11
System 3-138
Power windows 3-72
Puncture (Tire changing) 6-10
R
Radiator cap 7-13
Radio
AM/FM electronically tuned radio with CD player 5-46
AM/FM electronically tuned radio with 6 CD autochanger 5-
66
General information about your radio 5-137
Reading lights
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-73
Rear axle oil 7-19
,9-11
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Alphabetical index
7
Steering
Power steering fluid 7-21
,9-11
Tilt lock lever 3-82
Wheel lock 3-32
,3-91
Stop lights
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-65
Storage spaces 3-277
Sun visors 3-270
Sunroof 3-77
Super-all wheel control (S-AWC)
S-AWC control mode display 3-120
S-AWC control mode switch 3-119
S-AWC operation display 3-121
S-AWC warning display 3-122
Supplemental Restraint System 2-61
How the Supplemental Restraint System works 2-65
Maintenance service 2-85
T
Tail light
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-65
Tailgate 3-61
Inside tailgate release 3-65
Tank capacity 9-11
Theft-alarm system 3-66
Timing belt 7-38Tire 7-24
Inflation pressure 7-27
Maintenance 7-29
Quality grading 8-2
Replacing tires and wheels 7-29
Rotation 7-30
Size (tire and wheel) 9-10
Snow tires 7-32
To change a tire 6-10
Tread wear indicator 7-30
Tire pressure monitoring system 3-151
Tires
Tire and loading information placard 9-4
Tire chains 7-32
Tools 6-7
Storage 6-7
Towing 6-25
Trailer towing 4-18
Transfer oil 7-18
,9-11
Turn signal light
Indicators 3-211
Lever 3-225
U
USB input terminal 3-264
How to connect an iPod 3-267
USB input terminal device
How to connect a USB memory 3-265
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