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Mitsubishi Eclipse / Eclipse Spyder (2000-2002). Service and repair manual - part 15

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GENERAL <BODY AND CHASSIS>

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Replace The Side Impact Sensor If It Fals The
Visual Check

Refer to GROUP 52B, Side Impact Sensor

P.52B-76

NOTE: The illustration at left shows the left side impact sensor
(LH). The position of the side impact sensor (RH) is
symmetrical to this.

SRS Air Bag Control Unit (SRS-ECU)

WARNING

The SRS may not activate if the SRS-ECU (with built-
in safing G-sensor and analog G-sensor) is not
installed properly, which could result in serious injury
or death to the vehicle's driver and passenger.

1. Check the SRS-ECU case and brackets for dents, cracks,

deformation or rust.

2. Check the connector for damage, and check the terminals

for deformation or rust.
Replace the SRS-ECU if it fails the visual check. (Refer to
GROUP 52B, SRS Air bag Control Unit

P.52B-66

Air Bag Module, Steering Wheel and Clock Spring

WARNING

The removed air bag module should be stored in a
clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.

1. Remove the air bag module, steering wheel and clock

spring.
(Refer to GROUP 52B, Air Bag Module and Clock Spring

P.52B-69

2. Check the pad cover for dents, cracks or deformation.

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CENTER REINFORCEMENT (RH)

SRS-ECU

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3. Check the connector for damage and deformed terminals,

and check the harness for binds.

4. Check the air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or

deformation.

5. Check the harness (built into the steering wheel) and

connectors for damage, and check the terminals for
deformation.

6. Check the clock spring connectors and protective tube for

damage, and terminals for deformities.

7. Visually check the case for damage.

WARNING

If the clock spring's mating mark is not properly
aligned, the steering wheel may not completely rotate
during a turn, or the flat cable within the clock spring
may be severed, obstructing normal operation of the
SRS and possibly leading to serious injury to the
vehicle's driver and passenger.

8. Align the mating marks of the clock spring, and after turning

the front wheels to the straight-ahead position, install the
clock spring to the column switch.

Mating marks alignment
After turning the clock spring fully clockwise, turn it

approximately 3 4/5 turns counterclockwise until the mating
marks are aligned.

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<DRIVER'S SIDE>

<FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE>

INFLATOR CASE

CONNECTOR

COVER

INFLATOR
CASE

CONNECTOR

ACX01302

CASE

PROTECTIVE
TUBES

ACX00602 AB

MATING MARK

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9. Install the steering column covers, steering wheel and air

bag module.

10.Check the steering wheel for noise, binds or difficult

operation.

DANGER

The SRS may not activate if any of the above
components are not installed properly, which could
result in serious injury or death to the vehicle's driver
and passenger.

11.Check the steering wheel for excessive free play.

REPLACE ANY VISUALLY INSPECTED PART IF IT FAILS
THAT INSPECTION. (Refer to GROUP 52B, Air Bag Module
and Clock Spring

P.52B-69

Wiring Harness

1. Check the connector for poor connection.

DANGER

The SRS system may not operate if SRS harnesses or
connectors are damaged or improperly connected,
which could result in serious injury or death to the
vehicle's driver and passenger.

2. Check the harness for binds, the connectors for damage,

and the terminals for deformation. REPLACE ANY
CONNECTORS OR HARNESS THAT FAIL THE VISUAL
INSPECTION. (Refer to GROUP 52B, SRS Service
Precaution

P.52B-69

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AIR
BAG MODULE

AC000119

INSTRUMENT PANEL
WIRING HARNESS

FRONT WIRING
HARNESS (LH)

SIDE AIR BAG
WIRING HARNESS
(ECLIPSE ONLY)

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21. EXHAUST SYSTEM (CONNECTION PORTION
OF MUFFLER, PIPINGS AND CONVERTER HEAT
SHIELDS) (CHECK AND SERVICE AS REQUIRED)

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1. Check for holes and gas leaks due to damage, corrosion,

etc.

2. Check the joints and connections for looseness and gas

leaks.

3. Check the hanger rubber and brackets for damage.

22. TIRES (ROTATE)

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Rotate tires regularly to equalize tire wear and help extend tire
life. Recommended tire rotation is every 7,500 miles (12,000
km) under normal driving conditions and every 6,000 miles
(9,600 km) in severe driving conditions.
Timing for the rotation may vary according to vehicle condition,
road surface conditions, and individual driver's habits.
When rotating tires, check for uneven wear, damage, and
wheel alignment. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect
tire pressure, improper wheel alignment, out-of balance
wheels, or severe braking.
The first rotation is the most important to achieve more uniform
wear for all tires on the vehicle.

23. AIR PURIFIER FILTER (REPLACE)

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1. Remove the glove box inner and outer (Refer to

P.52A-4

2. Pull the air purifier filter cut of the blower assembly.

3. Insert a new air purifier into the glove box inner and outer.

AC000120

AC004883 AB

AIR PURIFIER FILTER

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