Maintenance 32 Service precautions Vehicle maintenance is an important yet frequently neglected item. Proper maintenance will aid in retaining the level of performance that has been engineered into your Mitsubishi vehicle and it will guard against major repair expenses resulting from neglect. Good maintenance is necessary to protect your investment and ensure proper performance. Your Mitsubishi Motors Dealership is in the best position to provide proper maintenance service through Mitsubishi’s exclusive “Diamond Care Service”. • Factory Trained Technicians • Advanced Diagnostic Equipment • Quality Workmanship • Genuine Mitsubishi Parts • Genuine Mitsubishi Accessories • Competitive Prices • Fast Service • Commitment to Customer Satisfaction Emission control system mainte- nance The “scheduled” maintenance services, must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide the best vehicle performance and reliability. Inspection and service also should be done any time a mal- function is suspected. To ensure proper emission control performance, you should continue scheduled maintenance beyond the 10 year period shown, by following the same schedule pattern as for the first 10 years.
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Service precautionsVehicle maintenance is an important yet frequentlyneglected item. Proper maintenance will aid in retaining thelevel of performance that has been engineered into yourMitsubishi vehicle and it will guard against major repairexpenses resulting from neglect. Good maintenance isnecessary to protect your investment and ensure properperformance.
Your Mitsubishi Motors Dealership is in the best position toprovide proper maintenance service through Mitsubishi’sexclusive “Diamond Care Service”.
Emission control system mainte-nanceThe “scheduled” maintenance services, must be done atthe times or mileages specified to assure the continuedproper functioning of the emission control system. These,and all other maintenance services included in this manual,should be done to provide the best vehicle performanceand reliability.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a mal-function is suspected.
To ensure proper emission control performance, youshould continue scheduled maintenance beyond the 10year period shown, by following the same schedule patternas for the first 10 years.
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Service station checksThe following items should be inspected by either you or aservice station attendant each time fuel is added:
• Engine oil level. Add if needed. Check Owner’s Manualindex and look under “Engine Oil” for detailed informa-tion.
• Engine coolant level. Add coolant that is properly mixedto reservoir tank if needed. Replace coolant if dirty orrusty in color. Check Owner’s Manual index and lookunder “Coolant” for detailed information.
• Windshield washer fluid level. Add fluid to washer tank ifnecessary.
• Tire inspection. Inspect for unusual tire wear and properinflation. Check Owner’s Manual index and look under“Tire” for detailed information.
Selecting the proper maintenancescheduleThere are two maintenance schedules that show properservice for your vehicle.
Schedule 1Use Schedule 1 if you primarily operate your vehicle underany of these conditions;
• Driving on dusty, rough, muddy or salt-spread roads• Towing or police, taxi or commercial operation• Extensive idling and /or low speed operation• Repeated short-trip operation at freezing temperatures
(engine not thoroughly warmed up)• Extended use of brakes while driving• Driving in sandy areas• More than 50% operation in heavy city traffic during hot
weather above 90°F (32°C)
Schedule 2Use Schedule 2 only if you primarily operate your vehicleunder conditions other than those listed in Schedule 1.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCECheck fuel system for leaks (tank, pipe line and connection, and fuel tank filler tube cap)
X X
Check fuel hoses condition X*1 X X X X
Replace air cleaner filter X*1 X X X X X X X X XCheck evaporative emission control system for leaks and clogging (except evaporative emission canister)
X X
Replace spark plugs, iridium-tipped type Every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Inspect and adjust valve clearance *2 X X
Check drive belts condition (for the water pump) X X X X X
Check and service exhaust system (con-nection portion of muffler, muffler pipes and converter heat shields)
X*1 X X X X
GENERAL MAINTENANCEChange engine oil Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 3 monthsReplace engine oil filter Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 3 monthsCheck front motor cooling oil leaks X X X X X X X X X XCheck rear motor coolant level and condi-tion X X X X X
Change rear motor coolant Every 240 monthsCheck front transaxle oil level and condition X X X X X X X X X XChange front transaxle oil Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) Check rear transaxle oil level and condition X X X X X X X X X XChange rear transaxle oil Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) Inspect coolant hoses condition (radiator hose, heater hose) X X X X X
Change engine coolant First change at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or at 96 months, thereafter every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 72 months
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*1: This maintenance is recommended but is not required to maintain the emissions warranty.*2: Check the valve clearance in case abnormal noise from valves is heard.
Inspect high voltage wire for looseness and damage X X X X X
Inspect disc brake pads and rotors for wear X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCheck brake hoses for deterioration or leaks X X X X X X X X X X
Change brake fluid X X XInspect ball joint and steering linkage seals for grease leaks and damage X X X X X
Inspect driveshaft boots for grease leaks and damage X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect suspension system for looseness and damage X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect air purifier filter for clogging Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 3 monthReplace air purifier filter X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCheck tire repair sealant expiration date Every 12 monthsRotate tires Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCECheck fuel system for leaks (tank, pipe line and connection, and fuel tank filler tube cap)
X X
Check fuel hoses condition X*1 X X X XReplace air cleaner filter X X X X XCheck evaporative emission control system for leaks and clogging (except evaporative emission canister)
X X
Replace spark plugs, iridium-tipped type Every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Inspect and adjust valve clearance *2 X X
Check drive belts condition (for the water pump) X X X X X
Check and service exhaust system (con-nection portion of muffler, muffler pipes and converter heat shields)
X*1 X X X X
GENERAL MAINTENANCEChange engine oil X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XReplace engine oil filter X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCheck front motor cooling oil leaks X X X X X X X X X XCheck rear motor coolant level and condi-tion X X X X X
Change rear motor coolant Every 240 monthsCheck front transaxle oil level and condition X X X X X X X X X XCheck rear transaxle oil level and condition X X X X X X X X X XInspect coolant hoses condition (radiator hose, heater hose) X X X X X
Change engine coolant First change at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or at 96 months, thereafter every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 72 months
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*1: This maintenance is recommended but is not required to maintain the emissions warranty.*2: Check the valve clearance in case abnormal noise from valves is heard.