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Mitsubishi Eclipse / Eclipse Spyder (2000-2002). Service and repair manual - part 6

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE

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GENERAL <BODY AND CHASSIS>

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PR ECA U TIO N S BEFO R E SERVIC E

M1001000500088

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(SRS)

1. Items to follow when servicing SRS

(1) Be sure to read GROUP 52B, Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS). For safe operation,
please follow the directions and heed all
warnings.

(2) Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting

the battery cable before doing any further
work. The SRS system is designed to retain
enough voltage to deploy the air bag even
after the battery has been disconnected.
Serious injury may result from unintended air
bag deployment if work is done on the SRS
system immediately after the battery cable is
disconnected.

(3) Warning labels must be heeded when

servicing or handling SRS components.
Warning labels can be found in the following
locations.

•

Hood

•

Sun visor

•

Glove box

•

SRS-ECU

•

Steering wheel

•

Air bag module (Driver's side or front

passenger's side)

•

Side air bag module

•

Clock spring

•

Steering gear box

(4) Always use the designated special tools and

test equipment.

(5) Store components removed from the SRS in a

clean and dry place. The air bag module
should be stored on a flat surface and placed
so that the pad surface is facing upward.

(6) Never attempt to disassemble or repair the

SRS components (SRS-ECU, air bag module
and clock spring). If there is a defect, replace
the defective part.

(7) Whenever you finish servicing the SRS, check

the SRS warning light operation to make sure
that the system functions properly.

(8) Be sure to deploy the air bag before disposing

of the air bag module or disposing of a vehicle
equipped with an air bag. (Refer to GROUP
52B

P.52B-80

, Air Bag Module Disposal

Procedures.)

2. Observe the following when carrying out

operations on places where SRS components are
installed, including operations not directly related
to the SRS air bag.
(1) When removing or installing parts, do not

allow any impact or shock to the SRS
components.

(2) SRS components should not be subjected to

temperatures of over 93

C (200

F), so remove

the SRS components before drying or baking
the vehicle after painting. After re-installing
them, check the SRS warning light operation
to make sure that the system functions
properly.

TARGET AREA (A: FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS, B: FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS)

AC000069AB

REAR BUMPER

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE

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SERVICING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

WARNING

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS
AFTER HANDLING.

1. Note the following before proceeding with working on the

electrical system.
Never perform unauthorized modifications to any electrical
device or wiring. Such modifications might lead to a vehicle
malfunction, over-capacity or short-circuit that could result in
a fire in the vehicle.

CAUTION

•

Before connecting or disconnecting the negative
battery cable, be sure to turn off the ignition switch and
the lights. (If this is not done, there is the possibility of
semiconductor parts being damaged.)

•

After completion of the work steps (when the negative
battery terminal is connected), warm up the engine and
allow it to idle for approximately 10 minutes under the
conditions described below in order to stabilize engine
control conditions, and then check to be sure that the
idling is satisfactory.

2. When servicing the electrical system, disconnect the

negative cable terminal from the battery.

Engine coolant temperature: 85

−

C (185

−

203

Lights and all accessories: OFF

Transmission: "N" or "P" position

Steering wheel: straight-forward position

VEHICLE WASHING

If high-pressure car-washing equipment or steam car-washing
equipment is used to wash the vehicle, be sure to maintain the
spray nozzle at a distance of at least approximately 40cm (16
inches) from any plastic parts and all opening parts (doors,
luggage compartment, etc.).

APPLYING ANTI-CORROSION AGENT OR OTHER
UNDERCOAT AGENTS

Be careful not to adhere oil or grease to the heated oxygen
sensor. If adhered, the sensor may malfunction. Protect the
heated oxygen sensor with a cover before applying anti-
corrosion agent, etc.

ACX00880AB

ACX00881AB

APPROXIMATELY
40 cm (16 in)

TOWING AND HOISTING

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SCAN TOOL (MUT-II)

CAUTION

Turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" (OFF) position before
disconnecting or connecting the scan tool.
To operate the scan tool, refer to "MUT-II Operating
Instructions."

TO W IN G A N D H O ISTIN G

M1001000800090

WRECKER TOWING RECOMMENDATION

FRONT TOWING PICKUP

CAUTION

This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrercker using sling-
type equipment to prevent the bumper from deformation. If
this vehicle is towed, use wheel lift or flat bed equipment.
The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extended
distances provided the parking brake is released. It is
recommended that vehicles be towed using the front pickup
whenever possible.

ACX00882 AB

SCAN TOOL (MUT-II)

ROM PACK

AC000070AB

SLIDING TYPE

WHEEL LIFE TYPE

FLAT BED TYPE

TOWING AND HOISTING

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REAR TOWING PICKUP

CAUTION

•

This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling-
type equipment to prevent the lower arm from
deformation.If this vehicle is towed, use a wheel lift or
flat bed equipment.

•

Do not use the steering column lock to secure the front
wheel for towing.

•

Make sure the transaxle is in Neutral if vehicle will have
drive wheels on the ground.

•

If these limits cannot be met, the front wheels must be
placed on a tow dolly.

Automatic transmission vehicle may be towed on the front
wheels at speeds not to exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) for distances
not to exceed 30 km (18 miles).

TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE
When a locked vehicle must be towed and keys are not
available, the vehicle may be lifted and towed from the front,
provided the parking brake is released. If not released, the rear
wheels should be placed on a tow dolly.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions should be taken when towing the
vehicle:

1. DO NOT LIFT OR TOW THE VEHICLE BY ATTACHING

TO OR WRAPPING AROUND THE BUMPER.

2. Any loose or protruding parts or damaged vehicle such as

hoods, doors, fenders, trim, etc. should be secured or
removed prior to moving the vehicle.

3. Operator should refrain from going under a vehicle it is lifted

by the towing equipment, unless the vehicle is adequately
supported by safety stands.

4. Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle.
5. State and local rules and regulations must be followed

when towing a vehicle.

AC000071AB

SLIDING TYPE

WHEEL LIFE TYPE

FLAT BED TYPE

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