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Vehicle Maintenance Mitsubishi Colt 4 and 5

Introduction to repair manual
This book is a practical guide to the repair of Mitsubishi Colt and Lancer vehicles produced from 1991 to the present. It deals in detail with the design of vehicles,...

Vehicle identification numbers
VIN number of the car The vehicle identification number is stamped on the bulkhead of the engine compartment. In addition to this location, the vehicle identification...

Precautions when performing work
An important condition for the safe and reliable operation of any car is the observance of the correct procedure for maintenance and repair. This manual describes...

A few tips for car owners
Before proceeding with any type of repair work, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the procedure for their implementation, described in the corresponding...

Necessary tools and equipment
It is known that it is impossible to maintain the maintenance of your car without the appropriate tools and equipment. Therefore, we advise you to get a set of necessary...

Safe maintenance of your vehicle
In fact, it is impossible to foresee all the risks associated with car maintenance, but caution and common sense can prevent most accidents. Safety rules for mechanics...

Engine oil change
Drain Open the oil filler cap. Unscrew the oil-drain bolt-plug on the oil sump and drain the oil from the engine into the prepared container. The presence of metal...

External inspection of oil leaks
To determine the location of an oil leak, check the following locations: After unscrewing the oil filler cap, check the gasket for porosity and damage Check the...

Checking the oil level
The oil level should be checked approximately every 1000 km. Oil consumption per 1000 km of run should be no more than 1 liter. More flow means worn valve stem seals or...

Checking the coolant level
Check the coolant level at regular intervals after about 4 weeks. To top up, use a mixture of antifreeze and lime-free water. On a cold engine (coolant temperature...

Checking the tightness of the cooling system
Check up absence of porosity of hoses of system of cooling. Replace hardened hoses. Check the reliability of the fastening of the hoses on the fittings, as well as the...

Removing spark plugs, checking electrical connections
Disconnect all spark plug tips by pulling on the tip. Clean the spark plug recesses in the cylinder head with compressed air. Unscrew the spark plugs with a spark plug...

Cleaning and replacing the air filter
After removing the air filter, check if it is dirty or clogged. Knock out dust or blow out the air filter with compressed air. Replace the air filter if heavily soiled....

Removing water from the fuel filter, replacing the fuel filter (diesel)
The following replacement parts are required: Gasoline engines with fuel injection: gaskets for hollow bolts. Fuel filter for the respective engine. A container is...

Replacing the fuel filter of gasoline engines
The fuel filter is located in the engine compartment. When removing the fuel filter, you will need a container to collect the fuel and a suitable rubber plug to seal the...

Exterior muffler inspection
Raise the vehicle. Check the fastening of the brackets and clamps for strength. Check the muffler with the carrier for burnouts, rust spots, and abrasions. Replace...

Checking the lambda probe
Remove the connector (plug) lambda probe. Connect an ohmmeter and check the ground wire. Put on the connector. After turning on the engine, warm it up to the operating...

Gearbox, wheel drive — external inspection of tightness
Possible oil leaks: Connection between engine and gearbox (flywheel oil seal and gearbox shaft oil seal). The junction of the two halves of the gearbox housing. Oil...

Transmission — Checking the Oil Level
Raise the car horizontally. If equipped, remove engine and transmission guards. Check the gearbox for oil leakage. Unscrew the oil filler plug on the gearbox housing....

Gearbox — oil change
Recommended gearbox oil specification API GL-4 or 5 SAE 75 W-85 W. Optional SAE 80W for all-wheel drive. Raise the car horizontally. Check for oil leakage in the...

Automatic Transmission — Checking the Oil Level
Warm up the car while driving, the temperature of the oil in the gearbox is between 70°and 80°C. Park the car on level ground. With the engine running at idle, apply the...

Automatic transmission — oil change
Recommended oil type ATF Dexron or Dexron-II. Oil change is carried out on a cold gearbox. Raise the car horizontally. If equipped, remove the crankcase and gearbox...

Checking the rubber cuffs of the drive shafts
Raise the vehicle. Check the rubber of the cuffs for porosity and damage, damaged protective cuffs of the hinges must be replaced. Immediately replace the cuffs...

Checking the Clutch Fluid Level
The compensation tank for the clutch fluid is located in the engine compartment next to the brake booster. It is recommended to check the fluid level in the expansion...

Checking the brake fluid level
The compensation tank of the brake system is located in the engine compartment. It is two-section, each section serves a separate brake circuit. It is recommended to...

Checking the pipeline of the brake system
Raise the vehicle. Clean the brake pipes with a cold cleaner. Check the brake pipes from the master brake cylinder to the deck cylinders. The main brake cylinder is...

Checking the handbrake
The handbrake acts on the rear wheels. Tighten the handbrake with a force of 200 N (about 20 kg), while the brake lever should rise 5-7 clicks. Otherwise, adjust the...

Brake Fluid Replacement
Recommended brake fluid specification is SAE J 1703, DOT 3 or DOT 4. Observe safety precautions when handling brake fluid. Remove the brake fluid from the tank with a...

Tire pressure check
Check pressure only with cold tires. Check once a month, as well as within the scope of maintenance. Additionally, check the tire pressure before long trips on...

Check of anthers of hinges of steering tips and spherical
Place the front of the car on jack stands. Highlighting the anthers on the left and right, check their integrity, inspect the cuffs for signs of grease. If an anther...

Steering wheel play check
Set the steering wheel to the middle position. While turning the steering wheel in different directions, keep an eye on the front wheels. The allowable backlash on the...

Checking the Fluid Level in the Power Steering System
Place the vehicle on a level surface, start the engine, leaving it to idle. Reach fluid operating temperature in steering system (about 50-60°С) repeated turns of the...

Battery check
The battery is filled with sulfuric acid diluted with distilled water. Since water can evaporate, it is necessary to check the electrolyte level about once a month and,...

Body and interior equipment
Lubrication of locks Lubricate the locking devices of the doors, hood, engine compartment and trunk lid. Treat the door locks in the places of the locking pins of the...

Control dimensions and adjustment data
Control dimensions and adjustment data

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