Mitsubishi Montero Sport (2004+). Manual - part 71

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE

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

Severe usage conditions:

1. Driving on dusty, rough, muddy or salt-spread roads
2. Towing or police, taxi or commercial operation
3. Extensive idling and/or low speed operation
4. Repeated short-trip operation at freezing temperatures (engine not thoroughly warmed up)
5. Extended use of brakes while driving
6. Driving in sandy areas
7. More than 50% operation in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 90

°C (32°F)

NO.

MAINTENANCE
ITEM

SERVICE
INTERVALS

KILOMETERS IN
THOUSANDS

120

144

168

192

MILEAGE IN
THOUSANDS

105

120

MONTHS

Air cleaner filter Replace

Engine oil

Change

Every 3 months or every 6,000 km (3,750 miles)

Engine oil filter Replace

Every 3 months or every 6,000 km (3,750 miles)

Transmission
fluid

Change

X
(che
ck)

X
(chec
k)

Transfer oil

Change

Disc brake
pads, rotors

Inspect for wear

Every 6 months or every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)

Rear drum
brake linings
and rear wheel
cylinders for all
wheel

Change

Suspension
system

Inspect for looseness and
damage

Every 6 months or every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)

Tires

Rotate

Every 3 months or every 6,000 km (3,750 miles)

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MAINTENANCE SERVICE

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

M1001001600334

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

2. FUEL HOSES(CHECK CONDITION)

M1001001700245

Make sure that the hoses do not come in contact with any heat
source or moving component which might cause heat damage
or mechanical wear.

3. AIR CLEANER FILTER (REPLACE)

M1001001800253

The air cleaner filter will become dirty during use, reducing its
effectiveness. Replace it with a new one.

REPLACEMENT OF AIR CLEANER FILTER
1. Loosen the clamp coupling the air intake hose and the air

cleaner cover, and separate the air intake hose.

2. Disconnect the volume air flow sensor connector.
3. Disconnect the air cleaner cover clips.
4. Remove the air cleaner cover and replace the air cleaner

filter with a new one.

5. Clamp the clips and coupling, and then connect the volume

air flow sensor connector.

4. EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
(CHECK FOR LEAKS AND CLOGGING) (Except
evaporative emission canister)

M1001001900346

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

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5. SPARK PLUGS (REPLACE)

M1001002000313

CAUTION

Iridium plugs are used. Use care not to damage the iridium
and platinum tips of the plugs. Do not adjust the spark
plug gap.
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 N

⋅m (18 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.

7. TIMING BELT (REPLACE)

M1001002300314

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

P.00-41

to assure proper engine performance.

For removal and installation procedures, refer to GROUP 11A,
Engine Mechanical

− Timing Belt − Removal and Installation

P.11A-34

MAKER

IDENTIFICATION NO.

DENSO

SK16PR-A11

AKX01327AB

IRIDIUM
TIP

PLATINUM
TIP

AKX00434

INCORRECT

CORRECT

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8. DRIVE BELT (FOR GENERATOR, WATER PUMP,
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP) (CHECK
CONDITION)

M1001002500437

Water Pump and Generator Drive Belt Tension
Check and Adjustment

<When using scan tool MB991958>

Required Special Tools:

• MB991668: Belt Tension Meter Set

• MB991958: Scan Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)

• MB991824: V.C.I.

• MB991911: MUT-III Main Harness B

CAUTION

To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
1. Connect special tool MB991668 to scan tool MB991958.
2. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position and select scan

tool MB991958 "Belt Tension Measurement" from the menu
screen.

AK303629AB

MB991911

MB991827

MB991824

16-PIN

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