MAINTENANCE SERVICE
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GENERAL <BODY AND CHASSIS>
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ENGINE OIL FILTER SELECTION
This vehicle is equipped with a full-flow, throw-away oil filter.
The same type of filter is recommended as a replacement filter
for this vehicle. It is possible, particularly in cold weather, that
this vehicle may develop high oil pressure for a short duration.
Make sure that any replacement filter used on this vehicle is a
high-quality filter. The filter can withstand a pressure of 1,765
kPa (256 psi) [manufacturer's specifications] to avoid the filter
and engine damage. The following is a high-quality filter and is
strongly recommended for use on this vehicle: Mitsubishi
Engine Oil Filter Part number MD352626.
Any replacement oil filter should be installed in accordance with
the oil filter manufacturer's installation instructions.
1. Remove the under cover.
2. Drain the engine oil by removing the oil drain plug.
3. Use an oil filter wrench to remove the engine oil filter.
4. Clean the contact surface of the filter bracket.
5. Lubricate the O-ring of the new oil filter with a small amount
of new engine oil.
11. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (CHECK
FLUID LEVEL)
M1001002900275
1. Drive the vehicle until the fluid temperature rises to the
normal temperature [70
− 80°C (158 − 176°F)].
If it takes some amount of time until the transmission fluid
reaches its normal operating temperature [70
− 80°C (158 −
176
°F)], check the transmission fluid level by referring to the
diagram at left.
NOTE: The transmission fluid temperature is measured with
scan tool MB991502.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. Move the selector lever through all positions to fill the torque
converter and the hydraulic circuits with fluid, and then move
the selector lever to the "N" position.
4. After wiping off any dirt from around the dipstick, remove the
dipstick and check the condition of the fluid.
NOTE: If the fluid smells as if it is burnt, it means that the
fluid has been contaminated by fine particles from the bush-
ings and friction materials, a transmission overhaul and
flashing the cooler line flushing may be necessary.
5. Check that the fluid level is at the "HOT" mark on the
dipstick. If the fluid level is lower than this, pour in more
MITSUBISHI GENUINE ATF SP-III or equivalent until the
level reaches the "HOT" mark.
NOTE: If the fluid level is too low, the oil pump will draw in
air along with the fluid, which will cause bubbles to form.
This will in turn cause the hydraulic pressure to drop, which
will result in late shifting and slipping of the clutches and
brakes.
ACX00893 AB
O-RING
ACX02008AB
FLUID LEVEL [mm (in)]
10 (0.4)
0 (0)
–10 (–0.4)
–20 (–0.8)
20 (0.8)
–30 (–1.2)
–40 (–1.6)
40
(104)
60
(140)
80
(176)
FLUID TEMPERATURE [˚C (˚F)]
DIPSTICK
AC000846 AB