Layout of components in the engine compartment Engine Compartment Layout Diagram - 2.4L Models 1 - Steering pump drive belt; 2 - Windscreen washer fluid reservoir; 3 - Power steering fluid reservoir; 4 - Engine oil...
Schedule of routine vehicle maintenance The intervals for routine vehicle maintenance specified in this Section are designed for the independent performance of all necessary procedures by the vehicle owner....
Maintenance Specifications Type and properties of working fluids Note: The lubricants and fluids recommended by the vehicle manufacturer at the time of writing are listed below. More up-to-date...
General information about settings and adjustments The term "settings" in this Manual does not mean a separate procedure for adjusting any of the parameters of the vehicle's systems, but a whole range of adjustments that...
Checking fluid levels Note: There are also some special maintenance procedures below that require additional fluid level checks. Check underneath your vehicle regularly for signs of...
Changing engine oil and oil filter A set of tools needed to change engine oil and oil filter 1 - Drain pan - should be shallow and wide enough to minimize the chance of oil spilling on the ground 2 —...
Checking, servicing and charging the battery Tools and materials needed for battery maintenance 1 - Face shield/safety glasses - when removing traces of corrosion with a stiff brush, crystallized acid particles can...
Checking the condition of the cooling system components Examples of typical defects of radiator hoses 1 - Check the hoses for frayed areas. 2 - Softening of rubber indicates the beginning of its destruction as a result of...
Wheel rotation 1. Tire rotation should be performed regularly in accordance with the vehicle's routine maintenance schedule, and also when signs of uneven tread wear are detected. When...
Lubrication of chassis components List of materials required for lubrication of chassis components 1 - Liquid engine oil - used to lubricate door hinges 2 - Graphite aerosol - used for lubricating lock...
Checking the condition of the brake lines 1. Checking the condition of metal lines and flexible hoses of the brake system should be carried out on a regular basis in accordance with the schedule of current...
Checking the condition / servicing disc brakes Warning! Remember that the dust generated by the brake mechanisms may contain asbestos, which is extremely harmful to human health. Never blow off dust with compressed...
Checking and adjusting valve clearances — Mirage only Note: Regular valve clearance adjustment is only performed on Mirage 1.5L 1990–1995 and 1.8L 1993–1995 models. Attention! Violation of valve clearance adjustment...
Replacing the air cleaner filter element The filter element is replaced regularly in accordance with the vehicle's routine maintenance schedule. During vehicle operation, the filter condition should be checked...
Cooling system maintenance Do not allow antifreeze to come into contact with exposed areas of the body or painted surfaces of the vehicle. Wash away accidental splashes immediately with plenty of...
Replacing the fuel filter When servicing fuel system components, remember that gasoline is a highly flammable liquid. Do not smoke near the work area, do not approach it with an open flame!...
Checking and replacing the PCV valve * The authors of this Manual recommend checking the condition of the PCV valve every 24,000 km! The operating principle of the PCV system is described in detail in...
Checking the condition and replacing spark plugs Tools needed when replacing spark plugs 1 — Spark plug head - Equipped with a special elastic insert, eliminating the possibility of accidental damage to the porcelain...
Checking the condition of the exhaust system components 1. After the exhaust system has cooled down completely (at least three hours after stopping the engine), carefully inspect all its components, starting from the flange...
Replacing manual transmission oil 1. The transmission oil must be changed in strict accordance with the vehicle's routine maintenance schedule (see Section Schedule of current maintenance of Mitsubishi...
Transfer Case Lubricant Replacement — Galant 4WD Only 1. Take the car for a short drive (about 15 minutes) to warm up the oil in the transfer case - if possible, turn on the all-wheel drive mode, try to drive the car at all...
Rear Differential Lube Replacement — Galant 4WD Only 1. Take the vehicle for a short drive (about 15 minutes) to warm up the differential oil. Jack up the vehicle and support it. 2. Place a drain pan of suitable capacity...
Checking the condition / servicing drum brakes 1. Remove the brake drums (see Chapter Brake system ). 2. Thoroughly clean the brake mechanisms using a special cleaning agent. Never blow brake dust off the surface of...
Checking the proper functioning of the parking brake 1. Slowly pull the parking brake control lever up to the end of its travel and count the number of clicks of the ratchet. Compare the count with the requirements of the...
Checking the proper functioning of the brake booster 1. The proper functioning of the brake booster is checked from the driver's seat. 2. With the foot brake pedal fully depressed, start the engine - the pedal should still...
Checking the condition of seat belts * The authors of this Manual recommend checking the condition of the seat belts every 12,000 km). 1. Assess the condition of the seat belt webbing, buckles, locks and...
Checking/adjusting the ignition timing General information The ignition advance angle is the angle by which the crankshaft rotates between the moments of ignition of the mixture in each successive cylinder....
Checking the condition and replacing the timing belt Examination 1. All models considered in this Manual use toothed timing belt(s) to drive the camshaft(s) from the engine crankshaft, ensuring that the valve timing...