
Engine hood 9-4 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Pull the lever toward you to release the engine hood latch.
Release the safety lever and lift the engine hood.
Support the engine hood with the hood prop. Insert the hood prop securely in the opening under the hood marked with an arrow.
WA R N I N G Never use the release lever to unlatch the engine hood while the vehicle is in motion. Do not drive your vehicle unless the engine hood is locked.
NOTE
To prevent damage to the engine hood and wipers, make sure the wipers are at restingposition when you open the engine hood.
CAUTION Always insert the support prop into the hole specially made for it. Propping the engine hood at any other place could cause the propto slip out and lead to an accident. The hood prop can fall out if the hood is lifted by a strong wind.
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Air cleaner filter
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-9
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Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Coolant provides excellent protection against corrosion and rust formation on all metals, including alumi-num, and prevents blockages in some parts of engine. If you need to add co
olant often, or if the
level in the reserve tank does not drop whenthe engine cools, the cooling system should be pressure-tested for leaks. Take your vehi- cle to an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice for testing.
The radiator cap must be tight sealed to pre- vent losing coolant which may result in engine damage. Only use a Genuine Mitsubi-shi Parts radiator cap, or an approved equiva- lent. 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 needto change the cap, use the exact same kind. Check the coolant freeze point in the radi- ator with the proper gauge, and only when it is safe. If you add antifreeze, the con- tents of the reserve tank must be protectedagainst freezing. Keep the front of the radiator and con- denser clean. If the temperature of the engine coolant does not rise after th
e engine is warmed-
up, take your vehicle to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facil-ity of your choice to have the thermostat checked, and replaced if necessary.
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The air cleaner filter w
ill 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 clips (A), then remove the duct (B).
* : similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technologyCAUTION 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 dif- fers depending on the expected ambient tem-perature. Above -31 °F (-35 °C) : 50 % concentration of anti-freeze Below -31 °F (-35 °C) : 60% concentration of anti-freezeYou can check the concentration level with a gauge from an automotive supply store, or your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer orservice station can check it for you.
Do not use water to adjust the concentration of coolant. Do not top off the tank with plain water only. Water by itself boils at a lower temperatureand does not stop rust or freezing. If the water freezes, it will damage your cooling system. Do not use tapwater. It can causecorrosion and rust.
Radiator cap
WA R N I N G Wait for the engine to cool down before opening the radiator cap. Otherwise hotsteam or boiling coolant could spray up from the radiator and scald you.
Points to remember
CAUTION
Air cleaner filter
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Twin Clutch Sportronic shift transmission
(Twin Clutch SST) fluid (if so equipped)
9-12 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Use only “Mitsubishi Motors Genuine CVTF-J4” transmission fluid to ensure opti-mum transmission performance. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation does not rec- ommend the addition of any fluid additives to the transmission.
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The Twin Clutch Sportronic shift transmis-sion (Twin Clutch SST) should be maintained and serviced by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice to obtain the best performance and longest life. It is impor
tant that the transmis-
sion fluid is kept at the correct level.
Use only Mitsubishi Motors Genuine SSTF-I to ensure optimum transmission performance. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation does not rec- ommend the addition of any fluid additives to the transmission.
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Whenever the transfer oil level is checked,add oil as necessary to maintain the proper level. Fill or change the oil according to thetable.
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Whenever the oil level is checked, add oil asnecessary to maintain the proper level.Fill or change oil according to the table.
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Remove the lid on the trunk room right sidetrim.Check the fluid level in the reservoir 90 min- utes or more after turning the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position.Check to make certain that the AWC control fluid level is always between the “MAX” and “MIN” level markings on the fluid reservoirand refill the fluid, if necessary.
Fluid type
CAUTION Using the improper transmission fluid may damage the transaxle.
Special additives
Twin Clutch Sportronic shift transmission (Twin Clutch SST) fluid
(if so equipped)
Fluid type
CAUTION Using the improper transmission fluid may damage the transaxle.
Special additives
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) Oil type Lubri- cant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine LSD
gear oil or equivalent
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) Oil type Lubri- cant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine LSD
gear oil or equivalent
AWC control fluid
(if so
equipped)To check the fluid level
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Power steering fluid (if so equipped) 9-14 Vehicle care and maintenance
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If the fluid level falls markedly in a short length of time, it indicates leaks from the brake system. If this occurs, have the vehicle checked by anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. Use the recommended brake fluid conform- ing to DOT 3 or DOT 4. The reservoir cap must be tightly sealed to keep dirt and water out.
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Check the fluid level in the reservoir whilethe engine is idling. Check to make certain that the power steering fluid level is always between the “MAX” and“MIN” level markings on the fluid reservoirand refill the fluid, if necessary.
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The condition of the battery is very importantfor quick starting and to keep the vehicle’selectrical system working properly. Check the battery regularly.
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Fluid type
CAUTION Do not let any petroleum-based fluid touch, mix with, or get into the brake fluid. This will damage the seals. Be careful when handling brake fluid. It can damage painted surfaces. Use only the listed brake fluid. Different brands of brake fluid have different addi-tives, and these can cause a chemical reac- tion. Do not mix brands of brake fluid. Keep the reservoir tank cap closed to keep the brake fluid from evaporating.
Power steering fluid
(if so
equipped)To check the fluid level
Fluid type
Lubricant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine
Power Steering Fluid
Battery
WA R N I N G An SRS airbag sensor is located in the front of the engine compartment near the battery. When checking or replacing the battery,or when working around this area, do not strike or damage this sensor.
Removing and installing the battery upper cover (vehicles with turbocharger)
WA R N I N G Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” posi- tion on vehicle. Make sure that your clothes cannot be ca
ught by the fan or
drive belt. Personal injury could result.
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Battery
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-15
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1. Remove the clips (A), and then remove the air duct (B). 2. Turn the plastic nuts (C) counterclock- wise, and then remove the battery uppercover (D).
1. Install the battery upper cover (A) onto the battery, and then push the plastic nuts (B) in the direction shown by the arrows to secure the cover. 2. To install the air duct, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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The electrolyte level must be between the limits shown on the outside of the battery. Fill it with distilled water as needed. The inside ofthe battery is divided into several compart- ments. Take the cap off of each compartment and fill to the mark.Do not fill above the top line because a spill during driving could cause damage.
To remove
NOTE
Be careful not to lose the removed plastic nuts.
To install
NOTE
Be sure to install the plastic nuts in the cor- rect direction. Make sure that the battery upper cover is installed securely.
CAUTION Be sure to install the battery upper cover. Otherwise, the battery electrolyte may spill and cause a malfunction. When installing the battery upper cover, plastic nuts, and air duct, do not touch the cooling fan or other moving parts in the engine compartment. Be especially carefulthat the cables, your clothing or hair, etc., do not get caught in the cooling fan or other moving parts.
Checking battery electrolyte level
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For cold and snowy weather 9-28 Vehicle care and maintenance
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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 loose connections could let dangerous exhaust fumes seep into the luggage compartment andpassenger 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 hoodsafety catch should be checked, cleaned, and oiled when needed for easy movement and to stop rust and wear. Use Multipurpose GreaseNLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all sliding parts of the hood latch and release lever. Work the grease into the hood lock mechanism until allthe movable surfaces are covered.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 heavy snowfall so that the operation of the heatingand 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 alsouseful.
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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 your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or arepair facility of your choice for inspection and replacement. For the fusible links, please refer to “Fuseload capacities” on page 9-30.
Check for any of the following conditions:
Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch 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 fatal injuries at any time.
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Fuses
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-29
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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. 2. For vehicles with the bottom cover, use the puller to loosen the 2 clips (A) and push down the bottom cover. The puller is in the fuse block in the engine compart-ment. Refer to “Fuse replacement” on page 9-33.
3. To put back the fuse lid, line up the fuse lid hook (B) with the clamp (C) on theinstrument panel and push the lid back in.
Fuses Fuse block location Passenger compartment A- Main fuse blockB- Sub fuse block
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.
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Fuses 9-30 Vehicle care and maintenance
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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 fuseblock in the engine compartment. Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same capacity as the original. Engine compartment Fuse load capacities
Passenger compartment fuse loca- tion table No.
Sym- bol
Electrical system
Capac-ity
1 Heater 30 A
*
2
Stop lights (Brake lights)
15 A
3 Rear fog light 10 A
Main fuse block
Sub fuse block
Passenger compartme
nt fuse location
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 sys-
tem
10 A
18 Back-up lights 7.5 A 19 Accessory socket 15 ANo.
Sym- bol
Electrical system
Capac-ity
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