Vehicle Maintenance Mitsubishi Carisma

General information about maintenance
Proper care and periodic maintenance of the car through the established mileage (time intervals) will allow for a long time to maintain its performance and appearance....

Engine oil
The engine oil used has a significant impact on engine performance (power, throttle response, etc.), its service life and starting qualities. Only use oil of the...

Engine oil change
1. Start the engine and warm it up to a temperature of 80–90°С. 2. Remove the oil filler cap. 3. On F9Q diesel engines, remove the protective cover. Pic. 2.5. The...

Oil filter replacement
1. Start the engine and warm it up to a temperature of 80–90°С. 2. Remove the oil filler cap. 3. On F9Q diesel engines, remove the protective cover. 4. To drain the oil,...

Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
The most important condition for ensuring the normal operation of an automatic transmission throughout the entire period of its operation is the required amount of...

Cooling liquid
Level check 1. The expansion tank, made of transparent plastic, is located in the engine compartment. The coolant level in this tank must be maintained between the two...

Accumulator battery
The condition of the battery is important to ensure that the engine starts quickly and that the vehicle's electrical equipment is working properly. Regular battery...

Brake fluid
Pic. 2.11. Checking the brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level in the brake reservoir. The level must be between the marks «MAX» And «MIN» on the tank (pic....

Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid
Pic. 2.12. Checking the fluid level of the power steering system on vehicles with gasoline engines Check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir while the engine...

Fluid for hydraulic clutch drive
Checking the fluid level in the hydraulic drive tank of cars with gasoline engines Pic. 2.13. Checking the hydraulic clutch fluid level The fluid level in the reservoir...

Windshield washer fluid
Periodically check the fluid level in the windscreen washer reservoir. If the level is low, add windscreen washer fluid to the reservoir to the correct level. The washer...

Tire condition
Constantly checking the condition of the tires will allow you to detect intensive wear in a timely manner and eliminate its cause, which will help to avoid more serious...

Checking for Fluid Leaks and Hose Leaks
Leaks in the cooling system are usually detected by a white or rust-colored coating in the area of the leak. Carefully check the entire length of the radiator and...

Wiper blades — removal and installation
If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield or rear window, do not operate the wipers until the ice has melted and the blades are free. Otherwise, the wiper motor...

Lamps for exterior and interior lighting
Pic. 2.17. The location of the lamps in the car: 1 - front marker lights; 2 - headlight, high / low beam; 3 - front direction indicator; 4 - side direction indicator; 5...

Wiring check
1. Check up a condition of electric conducting in an engine compartment and under the car bottom. 2. Check up reliability of fastening of electroconducting. 3. Pay...