Mitsubishi Eclipse. Manual — part 729

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3. Raise the vehicle at the front with a garage jack.

CAUTION

When removing the radiator cap, use care to avoid contact
with hot coolant or steam. Place a shop towel over the cap
and turn the cap counterclockwise a little to let the pres-
sure escape through the vinyl tube. After relieving the
steam pressure, remove the cap by slowly turning it coun-
terclockwise.
4. Remove the radiator cap, radiator drain plug and if equipped

engine coolant drain plug to drain the coolant.

5. Remove the reserve tank and drain the coolant.
6. After completely draining the coolant, reinstall the drain

plugs and flush the engine and radiator using a radiator
cleaning fluid.

7. After the flushing is completed, completely drain the

cleaning fluid and install the radiator and engine drain plugs.

CAUTION

Do not use alcohol or methanol anti-freeze or any engine
coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol anti-freeze. The
use of an improper anti-freeze can cause corrosion of the
aluminum components.
8. By referring to the section on coolant, select an appropriate

concentration for safe operating temperature within the
range of 30 to 60 %. Use special tool MB991871 to refill the
coolant. A convenient mixture is a 50 % water and 50 %
antifreeze solution [freezing point:

−31°C (−32.8 °F)].

Recommended antifreeze:
MITSUBISHI GENUINE Part NO.MD970389 or equiva-

lent
Quantity:
<2.4L Engine> 7.0 dm

3

(7.4 quarts)

<3.0L Engine> 8.0 dm

3

(8.5 quarts)

9. Reinstall the radiator cap.
10.Start the engine and let it warm up until the thermostat

opens.

11.After repeatedly revving the engine up to 3,000 r/min several

times, then stop the engine.

AC106167

GARAGE JACK

AB

AC000106

DRAIN
PLUG

AB

AC106423AB

MB991871

AIR HOSE

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12.Remove the radiator cap after the engine has become cold,

and pour in coolant up to the brim. Reinstall the cap.

CAUTION

Do not overfill the reserve tank.
13.Add coolant to the reserve tank between the "FULL" and

"LOW" mark if necessary.

15. DISC BRAKE PADS (INSPECT FOR WEAR)

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Check for fluid contamination and wear. Replace the complete
set of pads if any one pad is defective.

Thickness of lining
Minimum limit: 2.0 mm (0.08 inch)

CAUTION

The pads for the right and left wheels should be replaced
at the same time. Never split or intermix brake pad sets. All
four pads must be replaced as a complete set.

16. REAR DRUM BRAKE LININGS AND REAR
WHEEL CYLINDERS (INSPECT FOR WEAR AND
LEAKS)

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1. Remove the brake drum and check the thickness of brake

shoe lining for wear. Check the automatic brake adjusting
system by hand to see if it operates smoothly. Also see if the
gears are in proper mesh with each other. To assure smooth
operation, apply a very thin coat of multipurpose grease to
the friction surface of the adjuster and link shaft.

CAUTION

The shoes for the right and left wheels should be replaced
at the same time. Never split or intermix brake shoe sets.
All four shoes must be replaced as a complete set.
2. Inspect the wheel cylinder boot for evidence of a brake fluid

leak. Visually check the boot for cuts, tears or heat cracks.
(A slight amount of fluid on the boot may not be a leak, but
may be preservative fluid used at assembly.) Check the
Brake Shoes for Wear.

Thickness of lining
Minimum limit: 1.0 mm (0.04 inch)

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AC002717AB

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17. BRAKE HOSES (CHECK FOR
DETERIORATION OR LEAKS)

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Inspection of brake hoses and tubing should be included in all
brake service operations.
The hoses should be checked for:
1. Correct length, severe surface cracking, pulling, scuffing or

worn spots. (If the fabric casing of the hoses is exposed by
cracks or abrasion in the rubber hose cover, the hoses
should be replaced. Eventual deterioration of the hose and
possible bursting failure may occur.)

2. Incorrect installation, casing twisting or interference with

wheel, tire or chassis.

18. BALL JOINT AND STEERING LINKAGE
SEALS (INSPECT FOR GREASE LEAKS AND
DAMAGE)

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1. These components, which are permanently lubricated at the

factory, do not require periodic lubrication. Damaged seals
and boots should be replaced to prevent leakage or
contamination of the grease.

2. Inspect the dust cover and boots for proper sealing, leakage

and damage, and replace them if defective.

19. DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS (INSPECT FOR
GREASE LEAKS AND DAMAGE)

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1. These components, which are permanently lubricated at the

factory, do not require periodic lubrication. Damaged seals
and boots should be replaced to prevent leakage or
contamination of the grease.

2. Inspect the dust cover and boots for proper sealing, leakage

and damage, and replace them if defective.

AC000107AB

BRAKE
TUBE

BRAKE
HOSE

AC000108

BOOT

DUST
COVER

AB

AC000109 AB

BOOTS

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20. SRS AIR BAG (INSPECT FOR SRS SYSTEM)

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The SRS must be inspected by an authorized dealer 10 years
after the car manufacture date shown on the certification label
located on the left center sill.

SRS WARNING LIGHT CHECK

Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position. Does the "SRS"
warning light illuminate for about seven seconds, and then
remain off for at least five seconds after turning OFF? If yes,
the SRS system is functioning properly. If no, refer to GROUP
52B, Diagnosis

P.52B-23

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AC000111

DATE OF
MANUFACTURE

CERTIFICATION LABEL

AB

AC000112 AB

SRS WARNING LIGHT