2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION maintenance

General maintenance
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Spark plugs must fire properly for good engine performance and emission-control.Do not reuse them by cleaning or regapping. Change them at the mileage listed in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCEMANUAL”.
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Check the hose surfaces for any heat andmechanical damage, hard and brittle rubber,cracking, tears, cuts and abrasions. Pay spe- cial attention to the hoses closest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Checkall the hose connections, such as clamps and couplings, to make sure
they are secure and
that there are no leaks. If you see any wear ordamage, replace the hoses immediately.
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Have the valve clearance checked at anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer at themileage specified in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”. If the engine sounds abnormally loud, haveadjustments made by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
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Check these regularly for damage or leaks in the fuel lines and connections. Check the fuel tank filler cap for damage or looseness. Pay special attention to the fuel lines closest to
high heat sources such as the exhaust mani- fold.
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If the fuel-vapor vent line is clogged or dam- aged, the fuel-vapor mixture will escape, pol- luting the air.Have the system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer at the mileage spec- ified in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTE-NANCE MANUAL”.
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The next pages list the maintenance servicerecommended by Mitsubishi Motors Corpo- ration. In addition to the general maintenance that needs to be performed at the times listed,
NOTE
 To meet government regulations and pro- mote cleaner air, your vehicle is equipped with an onboard diagnostic system (OBD). The engine electronic control module that controls OBD functions stores various data(especially about the exhaust emissions). This data will be erased if the battery cable is disconnected, which could make a rapiddiagnosis difficult. Do not disconnect the battery cable when the engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or“Check engine light”) is on.
Spark plugs
NOTE
 Use the spark plugs listed under “Engine specifications” on page 11-4 or plugs that are exactly the same. Other plugs could causeengine damage, performance problems or radio noise.
Fuel hoses Intake valve clearance Fuel system (tank, pipe line and connection, and fuel tank filler cap)
WA R N I N G If you see a fuel leak or if you smell fuel, do not run the engine. Any spark (includ- ing from the ignition), flame or smokingmaterial could cause an explosion or fire. Call an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choicefor assistance.
Evaporative emission control system (except evaporative emission canister) General 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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For cold and snowy weather
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Also, put a light coat of the same grease on the safety catch wherever moving parts touch.
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The ventilation slots in front of the wind-shield should be brushed clear after a heavysnowfall so that the operation of the heating and ventilation systems will not be impaired. To prevent freezing of the weatherstripping on the doors, engine hood, etc., they should be treated with silicone grease. It is a good idea to carry a shovel or a short- handled spade in the vehicle during the win- ter so that you can clear away snow if you getstranded. A small hand-brush for sweeping snow off the vehicle and a plastic scraper for
the windshield, side and rear window are also useful.
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The fusible links will melt
to prevent a fire if
a large current attempts to flow through cer- tain electrical systems. In case of a melted fusible link, see yourauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or arepair facility of your choice for inspection and replacement. For the fusible links, please refer to “Fuseload capacities” on page 9-24.
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To prevent damage to the electrical system from short-circuiting or overloading, eachindividual circuit is equipped with a fuse. The
fuse blocks are located in the passenger com- partment and in the engine compartment. The fuse blocks in the passenger compart- ment are located behind the fuse lid on the driver’s side as shown. 1. Open the fuse lid and pull to remove it.
For cold and snowy weather Ventilation slots Weatherstripping Additional equipment (For regions where snow is encoun- tered)
Fusible links
WA R N I N G Fusible links must not be replaced by any other device. Failing to fit the correct fus- ible link may result in fire in the vehicle, property destruction and serious or fatalinjuries at any time.
Fuses Fuse block location
Passenger compartment A- Main fuse block B- Sub fuse block
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2. For vehicles with the bottom cover, use the puller to loosen the 2 clips (A) andpush down the bottom cover. The puller is in the fuse block in the engine compart- ment. Refer to “Fuse replacement” onpage 9-27.
3. To put back the fuse lid, line up the fuse lid hook (B) with the clamp (C) on the instrument panel and push the lid back in.
In the engine compartment, the fuse block is located as shown in the illustration. 1. Push the lock lever. 2. Remove the fuse block cover.
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This fuse list shows the names of the electri- cal systems and their fuse capacities. There are spare fuses in the cover of the fuse block in the engine compartment. Alwaysreplace a blown fuse with one of the same capacity as the original.
WA R N I N G When changing fuses, do not damage the driver’s knee airbag harness or acciden- tally strike the airbag area with hard objects. Improper work methods could result in an accidental driver’s knee air-bag deployment or could make the driver’s knee airbag inoperable. Either of these situations could result in seriousinjury or death.NOTE
 When finished, be sure to return the puller to the fuse block in the engine compartment.
Engine compartment Fuse load capacities
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Fuses
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* - Fusible link  Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle, depending on the vehicle modelor specifications.  The table above shows the main equip- ment corresponding to each fuse.
Passenger compartment fuse loca- tion table No.
Sym- bol
Electrical system
Capac-ity
1 Heater 30 A
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2
Stop lights (Brake lights)
15 A
3 Rear fog light 10 APassenger compartment fuse location
Main fuse block
Sub fuse block
4 Windshield wiper 30 A 5 Optional 10 A 6 Door locks 20 A 7Radio15 A8 Control unit relay 7.5 A 9
Interior lights (Dome lights)
15 A
10
Hazard warning
flasher
15 A
11 Rear window wiper 15 A 12 Gauges 7.5 A 13
Cigarette
lighter/Accessory
socket
15 A
14 Ignition switch 10 A 15 Sunroof 20 A 16
Outside rearview
mirrors
10 A
17
All-wheel drive system
10 A
18 Back-up lights 7.5 A 19 Accessory socket 15 ANo.
Sym- bol
Electrical system
Capac-ity
20
Power window
control
30 A
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21 Defogger 30 A
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22
Heated outside rearview mirrors
7.5 A
23 115V Power outlet 15 A24 Power seats
25 (20) A
25 Heated seats 30 ANo.
Sym- bol
Electrical system
Capac-ity
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Engine compartment fuse location table * - Front of the vehicle
No.
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Electrical system
Capac-ity
1 Front fog lights 15 A 2 Engine 7.5 AEngine compartment fuse location
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Behind the fuse block cover
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3 Automatic transaxle 20 A 4 Horn 10 A 5 Alternator 7.5 A 6 Headlight washer 20 A 7 Air conditioning 10 A8 ETV 15 A 9 Security horn 20 A 10 Wiper deicer 15 A 11 — — — 12 Power gate 30 A 13
Daytime running
lights
10 A
14
Headlight
(high beam) (left)
10 A
15
Headlight
(high beam) (right)
10 A
16
Headlight (low/high beam) (left)
Dis- charge
20 A
No.
Sym- bol
Electrical system
Capac-ity
17
Headlight (low/high beam) (right)
Dis- charge
20 A
18
Headlight (low beam) (left)
Halogen 10 A
19
Headlight (low beam) (right)
Halogen 10 A
20 I/C SPRAY 10 A 21 Ignition coil 10 A 22 ENG/POWER 20 A 23 Fuel pump 20 A24 Starter 30 A
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25 — — — 26
Anti-lock
braking system
40 A
*
27
Anti-lock braking
system
30 A
*
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Air conditioning condenser fan motor
30 A
*
No.
Sym- bol
Electrical system
Capac-ity
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Fuses
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* - Fusible link  Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle, depending on the vehicle model or specifications.  The table above shows the main equip- ment corresponding to each fuse.
There are no 7.5 A, 25 A or 30 A spare fuses. If a fuse of one of
these capacities blows,
replace it temporarily by borrowing one of the fuses indicated below.7.5 A: 10 A spare fuse 25 A: 20 A spare fuse 30 A: 30 A audio amplifier fuseReplace the borrowed fuse with a fuse that has the correct capacity as soon as possible.
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1. Before replacing a fuse, always turn off the electrical item connected to the fuse and turn the ignition switch to the“LOCK” position. 2. There is a fuse puller (A) in the engine compartment fuse block.
3. Clamp it on the fuse you wish to remove, and pull the fuse straight out from the fuse block.
29 Radiator fan motor 40 A
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30 IOD IOD 30 A 31 Audio amplifier 30 A 32 Diesel 30 A 33 — Spare fuse 10 A 34 — Spare fuse 15 A35 — Spare fuse 20 ANo.
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Electrical system
Capac-ity
Identification of fuse Capacity
Color
7.5 A Brown10 A Red15 A Blue20 A Yellow25 A Natural (White) 30 A
Green (fuse type)/ Pink (fusible link type)
40 A Green
Fuse replacement
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Replacement of light bulbs 9-28 Vehicle care and maintenance
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4. Use the fuse location diagrams and the matching tables, to check the fuse that is related to the problem. If the fuse is not blown, something else must be causingthe problem. Contact an authorized Mit- subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice to have the problemchecked. 5. Insert a new fuse of the same capacity securely into the appropriate slot.
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Before replacing a bulb, be sure the light isoff. Do not touch the glass part of the newbulb with your bare fi
ngers; the oil from your
skin will stay on the glass and dim or destroy the bulb when it gets hot.
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The bulb should only be replaced with a newbulb with the same ra
ting and type. The type
and rating are listed on the base of the bulb.
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B- Fuse is OKC- Blown fuseCAUTION Never use a fuse with a capacity greater than the one listed or any substitute, such as wire, foil etc. This would cause the circuit wiringto heat up and could cause a fire.
 If the replacement fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical system checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair faci
lity of your choice to
find and correct the cause.
Replacement of light bulbs
CAUTION Bulbs are extremely hot immediately after being turned off. When replacing a bulb, wait for it to coolsufficiently before touching it. You could otherwise be burned.NOTE
 If you are unsure of how to carry out the work as required, it is recommended that these procedures be carried out by an autho-rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.  Be careful not to scratch the vehicle body when removing a light and lens.CAUTION
 When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the inside of the lens sometimes becomes temporarily foggy. This is the same phenomenon as when window glass mists up on a humid day, and does not indicate a func-tional problem. When the light is switched on, the heat will remove the fog. However, if water gathersinside the light, please have it checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Bulb capacity Outside
NOTE
Front
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