Modifications to and racing of your vehicle 3-6 General information
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VEHICLE ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. Examples of modifications to your vehicle that can cause damage or performance prob- lems include the following: Failure to use Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts Failure to use required fuel and fluids Failure to use proper size tires and wheels Modification of the fuel, intake, exhaust, emission, suspension, engine, drive train or electrical wiring systems Modification of any onboard com- puter/control module, including repro- gramming, or replacing/adding chips to any onboard computer/control module
Review the Warranty and Maintenance Man- ual for further details regarding warranty cov- erage.
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The installation of accessories, optional parts, etc., should only be carried out within the limits prescribed by law in the driving area and in accordance with theguidelines and warnings contained within the documents accompanying this vehicle. Only Mitsubishi Motors approved acces-sories should be fitted to your vehicle. Improper installation of electrical parts could cause fire. Refer to the “Modifica-tion/alterations to the electrical or fuelsystems” section within this owner’s man- ual. Using a cellular phone or radio set inside the vehicle without an external antenna may cause electrical system interference, which could lead to unsafe vehicle opera-tion. Tires and wheels which do not meet spec- ifications must not be used.Refer to the “Specifications” section for information regarding wheel and tire sizes.
Due to the large number of accessory and replacement parts provided by different man- ufacturers in the market, it is not always pos-sible for an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to check whether the attachment or installation of non-Mitsubishi Motors genu-ine parts will affect the driving safety of your Mitsubishi-vehicle.
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Mitsubishi Motors manuf
actures high quality
vehicles with an emphasis on safety. It isimportant to consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer before installation of any
Installation of accessories
CAUTION Before any electrical or electronic accesso- ries are installed, consult an authorized Mit- subishi Motors dealer.
WA R N I N G If you choose to use
a cellular phone while
driving, you must not allow that usage to distract you in the safe operation of your vehicle. Anything, including cellular phone usage, that distracts you from thesafe operation of your vehicle increases your risk of an accident. Refer to and follow all state and local lawsin your area regarding cellular phone usage while driving.
Important point! Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems
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General maintenance 9-22 Vehicle care and maintenance
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there are other parts which do not usually need regular maintenance. But, if any of these pa
rts stops working prop-
erly, your vehicle performance could suffer.Have these items checked if you notice a problem with them. See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance, if you have any questions.
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Good brakes are essential to safe driving. Check the brake pads for wear. For good braking performance, replace the brake padswith the same type pads as the originals.
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Brake hoses and tubing should be checkedfor: Severe surface cracking, scuffing or worn spots. If the fabric casing of the hose is showing through any cracks or worn spotsin the rubber hose cover, the hose should be replaced. The brakes can fail if the hose wears through. Improper installation may cause twisting, or wheel, tire or chassis interference.
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Check the following parts for damage and grease leaks: Ball joint boots of the front suspension and steering linkage Bellows on both ends of the drive shaft
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The best way to k
eep carbon monoxide gas
from entering inside your vehicle is to have the engine exhaust system properly serviced. Have a competent mechanic inspect the com-plete exhaust system and nearby body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispo- sitioned parts if you notice any of the follow-ing: A change in the sound of the exhaust sys- tem 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 looseconnections could let dangerous exhaust fumes seep into the luggage compartment and passenger compartments. 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.
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The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should be checked, cleaned, and oiled when needed for easy movement and tostop rust and wear. Use Multipurpose Grease NLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all sliding parts of the hood latch and release lever. Work thegrease into the hood lock mechanism until all the movable surfaces are covered.
Disc brake pads Brake hoses
Ball joint, steering linkage seals and drive shaft boots Exhaust system
WA R N I N G Carbon monoxide gas from your vehicle’s exhaust is poisonous. Breathing these fumes can cause unconsciousness or death.
Check for any of the following conditions: Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch
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