Mitsubishi Eclipse / Eclipse Spyder (2000-2002). Service and repair manual - part 10

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE

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GENERAL <BODY AND CHASSIS>

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS
Maintenance should be carried out according to the following table:

Sever usage conditions:

A: Driving in dusty conditions

B: Trailer towing, or police, taxi, or commercial type operation

C: Extensive idling, driving in stop and go traffic

D: Short-trip operation at freezing temperatures (engine not thoroughly warmed up)

E: Driving in sandy areas

F: Driving in salty areas

G: More than 50% operation in heavy city traffic or at sustained high speeds during hot weather above 32

(90

H: Driving off-road

NO.

MAINTENANC
E ITEM

SERVICE
INTERVALS

KILOMETERS
IN
THOUSANDS

120

144 168 SEVERE

USAGE
CONDITION
S

MILEAGE IN
THOUSANDS

105

Air cleaner
element

Replace at

A and E

Spark plugs

Replace at

B and D

Engine oil

Change every 3 months or

Every 4,800 km (3,000 miles)

A, B, C, D
and G

Engine oil filter

Replace every 6 months or

Every 9,600 km (6,000 miles)

A, B, C, D
and G

Manual
transmission oil

Change oil at

B, G and H

Automatic
transmission
fluid

Change A/T fluid at

B, G and H

Disc brake
pads

Inspect for wear every 6
months or

Every 9,600 km (6,000 miles)

A and F

Rear drum
brake linings
and rear wheel
cylinders

Inspect for wear every 12
months or

Every 2,400 km (15,000 miles)

A and F

Tires

Rotate every 6 months or

Every 9,600 km (6,000 miles)

B, C, E, G
and H

MAINTENANCE SERVICE

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GENERAL <BODY AND CHASSIS>

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M A IN TEN A N C E SERVIC E

1. FUEL SYSTEM (TANK, PIPE LINE AND
CONNECTION, AND FUEL TANK FILLER TUBE
CAP) (CHECK FOR LEAKS)

M1001001600099

1. Check for damage or leakage in the fuel lines and

connections.

2. Inspect the surface of fuel hoses for heat and mechanical

damage. Hard and brittle rubber, cracking, checking, tears,
cuts, abrasions and excessive swelling indicate deterioration
of the rubber.

3. If the fabric casing of the rubber hose is exposed by cracks

and abrasions in the fuel system, the hoses should be
replaced.

2. FUEL HOSES (CHECK CONDITION)

M1001001700096

1. Inspect the surface of fuel hoses for heat and mechanical

damage.Hard and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts,
abrasions and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of
the rubber.

2. If the fabric casing of the rubber hose is exposed by cracks

and abrasions in the fuel system, the hoses should be
replaced.

3. AIR CLEANER ELEMENT (REPLACE)

M1001001800093

The air cleaner element will become dirty during use, reducing
its effect. Replace it with a new one.
REPLACEMENT OF AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
1. Unclamp the air cleaner cover.

2. Remove the air cleaner element and install a new one.

3. When clamping the air cleaner cover in place, be sure that

the cover is completed closed.

4. EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
(EXCEPT EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER)
(CHECK FOR LEAKS AND CLOGGING)

M1001001900090

If the fuel-vapor vent line is clogged or damaged, the fuel vapor
mixture will escape into the atmosphere causing excessive
emissions. Disconnect the line at both ends, and blow it clean
with compressed air. Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap from
the filler tube and check to see if there is evidence that the
packing makes improper contact to the filler tube.

AC000074

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5. SPARK PLUGS (REPLACE)

M1001002000078

CAUTION

Platinum plugs are used on 3.0L engine.Use care not to
damage the platinum tips of the platinum plugs.Do not
attempt to adjust the gap on these plugs.
1. Spark plugs must spark properly to assure proper engine

performance and reduce exhaust emission level.
Therefore, they should be replaced periodically with new
ones.
Spark plug type

2. The new plugs should be checked for the proper gap.

Spark plug gap: 1.0

−

1.1 mm (0.039

−

0.043 inch)

3. Install the spark plugs and tighten to 25

4 N

⋅

m (18

4 ft-lb)

6. IGNITION CABLES (REPLACE)

M1001002100064

CAUTION

When disconnecting an ignition cable, be sure to hold the
cable boot. If the cable is disconnected by pulling on the
cable alone, an open circuit might result.
The ignition cables should be replaced periodically with new
ones. After replacing, make sure that the ignition cables are
routed properly and fully seated.

MAKER

2.4L ENGINE

3.0L ENGINE

NGK

BKR5E-11

PFR6G-11

DENSO

K16PR-U11

PK20PR11

CHAMPION

RC10YC4

RC8PYP4

AKX00383

PLATINUM
TIPS

<3.0L ENGINE>

AKX01272

PLUG GAP
GAUGE

MEASU-
REMENT
DIRECTION

<2.4L ENGINE>

AKX00434

INCORRECT

CORRECT

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7. DISTRIBUTOR CAP AND ROTOR (CHECK)
<3.0L ENGINE>

M1001002200050

Check the distributor cap and rotor to maintain driveability and
reduce exhaust emissions.
DISTRIBUTOR CAP AND ROTOR INSPECTION
Inspect in accordance with the following procedure. Repair or
replace as necessary.

•

Check the cap for cracks.

•

Check the cap and rotor electrodes for damage.

•

Wipe clean the cap and rotor.

•

Clean the corrosion off the terminals inside the distributor
cap.

8. TIMING BELT (REPLACE)

M1001002300091

Replace the belt with a new one according to the maintenance
schedule on

P.00-35

to assure proper engine performance.

For removal and installation procedures, refer to GROUP 11A,
Timing Belt

P.11A-35

or 11C, Timing Belt

P.11A-31

9. DRIVE BELT (FOR GENERATOR, WATER PUMP,
A/C COMPRESSOR AND POWER STEERING
PUMP) (CHECK CONDITION)

M1001002500073

Water Pump <2.4L ENGINE>, A/C Compressor
<3.0L ENGINE> and Generator Drive Belt Tension
Check and Adjustment

<When using scan tool MB991502>

Required Special Tools:

•

MB991502: Scan Tool (MUT-II)

•

MB991668: Belt Tension Meter Set

AKX01147

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