Operation Manual

General maintenance
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-23
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Have the valve clearance checked at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer at the
mileage specified in the “WARRANTY AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.
If the engine sounds abnormally loud, have
adjustments 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 service
recommended by Mitsubishi Motors Corpo-
ration. In addition to the general maintenance
that needs to be performed 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.
If you have any questions, see your autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance.
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Good brakes are essential for safe driving.
Check the brake pads for wear. For good
braking performance, replace the brake pads
with the same type pads as the originals.
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Brake hoses and tubing should be checked
for:
 Severe surface cracking, scuffing or worn
spots. If the fabric casing of the hose is
showing through any cracks or worn spots
in 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 suspension and
steering linkage
 Bellows on both ends of the drive shaft
Intake valve clearance
Fuel system (tank, pipe line and
connection, and fuel tank filler
cap)
WARNING
 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 smoking
material could cause an explosion or fire.
Call an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice
for assistance.
Evaporative emission control
system (except evaporative
emission canister)
General maintenance
Disc brake pads
Brake hoses
Ball joint, steering linkage
seals, drive shaft boots
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