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Vehicle care and maintenanceService precautions .........
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Catalytic converter
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Engine hood ..............................
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View of the engine comp
artment .....................................................9-5
Engine oil and oil filt
er ................................
....................................9-5
Engine coolant ................
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Air cleaner filter ....
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Manual transaxle oil (if so
equipped) ..............................................9-9
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid (if so equipped)
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..........................9-9
Transfer oil (All-wheel dr
ive models) .............................................9-9
Rear axle oil (All-wheel dr
ive models) .........................................9-10
Washer fluid ....................
...............................................................9-10
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid (if so equipped).......................................9-10 Battery .......................................
..................................................... 9-11
Tires ..........................................
.....................................................9-14
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped)..........................................9-21 Brake pedal free play
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Parking brake ..................
...............................................................9-21
Wiper blades ...................
...............................................................9-22
Emission-control system maintenance ..........................................9-22 General maintenance
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........................9-23
For cold and snowy weat
her ..........................................................9-24
Fusible links ....................
...............................................................9-25
Fuses .........................................
.....................................................9-25
Replacement of light bu
lbs ............................................................9-29
Vehicle care precautions
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........................9-40
Cleaning the inside of your
vehicle ...............................................9-40
Cleaning the outside of your
vehicle ............................................. 9-41
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View of the engine compartment
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-5
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It is normal for an engi
ne to use oil. You may
need to add oil between the recommended oilchange 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 andcheck the oil level by checking the upper sur- face of the dipstick. Th
e oil level must not go
above the line on 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.
View of the engine compart- ment 1- Engine oil level dipstick 2- Engine oil filler cap 3- Air cleaner filter4- 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
Engine oil and oil filter To check and refill engine oil
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 bychecking the upper surface of the dipstick.
CAUTION Overfilling will cause oil aeration and loss of oil pressure, which could damage the engine.WA R N I N G Used engine oil is poisonous, and can dam- age your skin. Prolonged and repeated contact may cause serious skin disorders, including dermatitis and cancer. Do not letused oil touch your skin and wash thor- oughly after working with it. Keep used oil out of the reach of children.NOTE
Engine oil consumption
is greatly influenced
by payload, engine speed, etc.Good
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Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) 9-10 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Whenever the oil level is checked, add oil as necessary to maintain the proper level.Fill or change oil according to the table.
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The windshield and rear window washer fluidreservoir is in the engine compartment.
Check the washer fluid level at regular inter- vals and add washer fluid to reservoir if nec- essary. Open the reservoir cap and check the fluidlevel with the dipstick. When freezing weather is anticipated, flush out the water in the reservoir by operating the pump. Fill the reservoir with windshield anti-freeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operatethe system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
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The brake fluid and the clutch fluid share the reservoir tank.
The fluid level must be between the “MAX” and “MIN” marks on the reservoir. The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake pads, but this does not indicate any abnormality. The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when doing other work under theengine hood. The brake system should also be checked for leaks at the same time. If the fluid level falls markedly in a shortlength 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.
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) Fluid type Lubricant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid Gear Oil API
classification GL-5
Viscosity range
SAE 80
Washer fluid
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid
(if
so equipped)FULL
EMPTY
To check the fluid level
MAX MIN
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Battery
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-11
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Use the brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4. The reservoir cap must be tightlysealed to keep dirt and water out.
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The condition of the battery is very important for quick starting and to keep the vehicle’s electrical system working properly. Check thebattery regularly. If battery performance is suspect, have the battery and charging system tested by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or arepair facility of your choice.
The electrolyte level must be between the limits shown on the outside of the battery. Fill it with distilled water as needed. The inside of the 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 spillduring driving could cause damage.
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To replenish with the distilled water, removethe upper cover and duct. 1. Remove the clips (A), and then remove the upper cover (B).
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.
Battery
NOTE
After replacing the battery, the electronic control system data for the automatic trans- axle, etc., will be erased. As a result, shifting may be rough. Shifting will become smoother after severalchanges in speed.
Checking battery electrolyte level
Removing and installing the upper cover and duct
WA R N I N G Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position or put the operation mode in OFF.Make sure that your clothes cannot be caught by the fan or drive belt. Personal injury could result.
To remove
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Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped) Vehicle care and maintenance 9-21
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To check the clutch pedal free play (A), turn off the engine and press the pedal until you feel resistance. Clutch pedal free play: .2 to .4 inch (4 to 9 mm)
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To check the brake pedal free play (A), turnoff the engine and press the brake pedal sev-eral times with your foot. Then press the pedal down with your fingers until you first feel resistance. Brake pedal free play: .1 to .3 inch (3 to 8 mm) If the free play is not within these limits, take your vehicle to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for adjustment.
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Check the parking brake lever travel occa- sionally. To check this, pull the lever up slowly and count the number of clicks of theratchet. You should feel the parking brake grab between 6 to 7 notches (clicks). Also check to see if the lever stays gripped bythe ratchet after pulling.
Tire chains
CAUTION Tire chains cannot be used on your vehicle. The clearance between the chains and the body is not sufficient to allow proper clear- ance, and the vehicle body might be dam-aged.
Clutch pedal free play
(if so
equipped)
Brake pedal free play
Parking brake Parking brake lever stroke
WA R N I N G Continued operation of the vehicle with the parking brake lever out of adjustment may result in the vehicle moving when unattended.
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General maintenance
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-23
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Check the hose surfaces for any heat and mechanical 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 perfor
med at the times listed,
there are other parts which do not usually need regular maintenance. But, if any of these parts 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 for 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.
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
Disc brake pads Brake hoses
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Fuses 9-26 Vehicle care and maintenance
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In the engine compartment, the fuse block is located as shown in the illustration.
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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 fuse block cover in the engine compartment. Always replace ablown fuse with one of the same capacity as the original.Engine compartment 1- Push the lock lever. 2- Remove the fuse block cover.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 APassenger compartment fuse location
Main fuse block Sub fuse block
4 Windshield wiper 30 A 5 Optional 10 A 6 Door locks 20 A 7 Radio 15 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 A16
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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Cleaning the outside of your vehicle Vehicle care and maintenance 9-43
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If painted surfaces have been severely dam- aged and lost their original luster and color tone, polish the surface lightly with a finepolishing compound. Avoid limiting your polishing to the damaged surface only; polish a somewhat wider area, moving the polishingcloth in one direction. After polishing, flush the compound from the surface and apply a coat of wax to regain a beautiful luster.
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Small cracks and scratches in the paint coatshould be touched up as soon as possible withtouch-up paint to prevent corrosion. Check body areas facing the road or the tires carefully for damage to the paint caused byflying stones, etc. The paint code number for your vehicle can be found on the vehicle
information code plate in the engine compart- ment.
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Use a sponge or chamois to clean these parts.If a vehicle wax sticks to a gray or black rough surface of the bumper, molding or lights, the surface may appear white in color.In this case, wipe it
off using lukewarm water
and a soft cloth or chamois.
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To prevent spots and corrosion of chromeparts, wash with water, dry thoroughly, andapply a nonabrasive automotive wax. If the chrome is severely damaged or pitted, use a commercially available chrome polish.
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1. Remove dirt using a wet sponge. 2. Use a mild detergent on any dirt that can- not be removed easily with water.Rinse off the detergent after washing the wheel. 3. Dry the wheel thoroug
hly using a chamois
leather or a soft cloth.
Do not use gasoline, benzine, kerosene or paint thinners to remove road tar or other dirt from the vehicle surface. Do not put wax on the areas having black matte coating because it can cause uneven discoloration, patches, blurs, etc. If these get wax on them, wipe the wax off right awaywith a soft cloth and warm water.
Polishing Damaged paint
CAUTION
Cleaning plastic parts
CAUTION Do not use a scrubbing brush or other rough scrubber as these may damage the plastic surface. Do not use wax containing compounds (pol- ishing powder) which may damage the plas- tic surface. Do not let plastic parts get soiled with gaso- line, oil, brake fluids
, engine oils, greases,
paint thinner, and sulfuric acid (battery elec- trolyte), as such substances will cause stains, cracks, or discoloration.If any of these get on a plastic part, wipe them up with a soft cloth or chamois and a mild solution of soap and water. Then rinse them immediately with water.
Chrome parts Aluminum wheels
(if so equipped)
CAUTION Do not use a brush or other hard implement on the wheels. Do not use any cleaner that contains an abra- sive substance or is acidic or alkaline. Doing so could cause the coating on the wheels to peel or become discolored or stained. Do not directly apply hot water using a steam cleaner or by any other means. Contact with seawater or road salt used for de-icing can cause corrosion. Rinse off such substances as soon as possible.
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