tow MITSUBISHI 380 2005 Owner's Manual

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GROUP 00
GENERAL
CONTENTS
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . .00-3
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES00-6
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING /
INSPECTION SERVICE POINTS. . . .00-7
TROUBLESHOOTING CONTENTS . . . . . . 00-7
HOW TO USE THE INSPECTION
PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-9
CONNECTOR MEASUREMENT SERVICE
POINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-11
CONNECTOR INSPECTION SERVICE
POINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-13
HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT
MALFUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-14
INSPECTION SERVICE POINTS
FOR A BLOWN FUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-16
HOW TO TREAT CURRENT TROUBLE . . 00-16
HOW TO TREAT PAST TROUBLE . . . . . . 00-16
AFFILIATED DTC REFERENCE
TABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .00-17
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . .00-18
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . 00-18
VEHICLE INFORMATION NUMBER LIST 00-19
VEHICLE COMPLIANCE PLATE . . . . . . . . 00-19
VEHICLE DATA PLATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-20
AUSTRALIAN DESIGN RULES . . . . . . . . . 00-20OPTION CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-21
EXPORT CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-21
TYRE AND LOADING PLACARD . . . . . . . . 00-21
ENGINE MODEL STAMPING . . . . . . . . . . . 00-22
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE .00-22
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-22
HOW TO PERFORM VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) WRITING00-23
SERVICING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . . . . . 00-24
VEHICLE WASHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 00-24
APPLICATION OF ANTI-CORROSION
AGENTS AND UNDERCOATS . . . . . . . . . . 00-25
DIAGNOSTIC TOOL (MUT-III) . . . . . . . . . . 00-25
TOWING AND HOISTING. . . . . . . . . .00-26
GENERAL DATA AND
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .00-31
TIGHTENING TORQUE . . . . . . . . . . .00-32
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 00-34
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND
LUBRICANT CAPACITIES TABLE . .00-35
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
GENERAL00-21
OPTION CODES (380 Series)
EXPORT CODES
TYRE AND LOADING INFORMATION PLACARD
The tyre and loading information placard is located on the
inside sill of the driver’s door. OPTION CODE: ITEM
G39 Sunroof
C73 Leather (380 VRX)
J40 Traction Control
W51 16" Alloy Wheels
W54 17" Alloy Wheels + Sports Suspension + Strut Tower Bar
R06 Satellite Navigation Accommodation Package
J07 LX MARK (Only in combination with G39, C78, K40, W54) on
380-LS model
G39, C73 Sunroof + Leather
J40, W51 Traction Control + 16" Alloy Wheels
C78, K40 Leather (380 LS) + Power Seats
G05, J06 ECM + Vanity Mirror Lamp
J40, W51, G39 Traction Control + 16 " Alloy Wheels + Sunroof
G39, C78, K40 Sunroof + Leather (380 LS) + Power Seats
G39, C78, K40, W54 Sunroof + Leather (380 LS) + Power Seats + 17" Alloy Wheels +
Sports Suspension + Strut Tower Bar
G39, C78, K40, W54,
J07Sunroof + Leather (380 LS) + Power Seats + 17" Alloy Wheels +
Sports Suspension + Strut Tower Bar + LX Badging
OPTION
CODE ITEM
X71 Fiji
X62 New Zealand
A18 Export Preparation (wax and brake bags)
X30 Brunei

TOWING AND HOISTING
GENERAL00-26
TOWING AND HOISTINGM1001000800380
TOWING THE VEHICLE BY A TOW TRUCK
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This vehicle cannot be towed by a tow truck using
sling-type equipment (TYPE A) as illustrated; otherwise it
will damage the bumper and front end. If this vehicle is
towed, use wheel lift or flat bed equipment.
If the transmission is malfunctioning or damaged,
transport the vehicle with the driving wheels on a car-
riage (TYPE C, D or E) as illustrated.
If you tow the vehicles with an A/T with the driving
wheels on the ground (TYPE B) as illustrated, make
sure that the towing speed and distance given below
are never exceeded, causing damage to the transmis-
sion.
Towing speed: 50km/h
Towing distance: 30km
For the towing speed and the towing distance, follow
the local driving laws and regulations.
.
TOWING WITH FRONT WHEELS OFF THE
GROUND (TYPE C)
The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extended dis-
tances provided the parking brake is released and gearshift
lever is in the "Neutral" position (M/T) or the selector lever is in
the "N" (NEUTRAL) position (A/T). It is recommended that vehi-
cles be towed using the front pickup whenever possible.
[For vehicles equipped with the traction control system
(TCL)]
If the vehicle is towed with the ignition key in the "ON"
position and only the front wheels or only the rear
wheels raised of the ground, a malfunction may occur
in the device
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TOWING AND HOISTING
GENERAL00-27
TOWING WITH REAR WHEELS OFF THE
GROUND (TYPE B)
Place the gearshift lever in the "Neutral" position (M/T) or the
selector lever in the "N" (NEUTRAL) position (A/T). Turn the
ignition key to the "ACC" position and secure the steering
wheel in a straight-ahead position with a rope or tie-down strap.
Never place the ignition key in the "LOCK" position when tow-
ing.
Never tow an A/T vehicle with the rear wheels up (and
the front wheels on the ground) when the automatic
transmission fluid level is low. this may cause serious
and expensive damage to the transmission.
Do not use the steering column lock to secure the front
wheels for towing.
Make sure the transaxle is in Neutral if vehicle will have
drive wheels on the ground.
If these requirements cannot be met, the front wheels
must be placed on a tow dolly.
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TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE
When a locked vehicle must be towed and keys are not avail-
able, the vehicle may be lifted and towed from the front, pro-
vided the parking brake is released. If not released, the rear
wheels should be placed on a tow dolly.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions should be taken when towing the
vehicle:
1. DO NOT LIFT OR TOW THE VEHICLE BY ATTACHING
TO OR WRAPPING AROUND THE BUMPER.
2. Any loose, protruding, or damaged parts such as hoods,
doors, fenders, trim, etc. should be secured or removed
prior to moving the vehicle.

TOWING AND HOISTING
GENERAL00-28
3. Refrain from going under a vehicle when it is lifted by the
towing equipment, unless the vehicle is adequately sup-
ported by safety stands.
4. Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle.
5. State and local rules and regulations must be followed when
towing a vehicle.
LIFTING, JACKING SUPPORT LOCATION
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FLOOR JACK
Never place a support at any point other than the speci-
fied one, or that point will be deformed.
For lifting, put rubber or similar material between the
side sill and rigid rack, otherwise the side sill area will
be damaged.

TOWING AND HOISTING
GENERAL00-29
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POST TYPE
Special care should be taken when raising the vehicle on a
frame contact type hoist. The hoist must be equipped with the
proper adapters in order to support the vehicle at the proper
locations.

TOWING AND HOISTING
GENERAL00-30
When service procedures require removing rear sus-
pension, fuel tank and spare tyre, place additional
weight on the rear end of vehicle, or anchor vehicle to
hoist to prevent tipping when the location of the center
of gravity changes.
If the lifting support area contacts with the sill cover
(arrow area as shown in the illustration), the sill cover
will be damaged. Ensure that the lifting support does
not contact the sill cover.

MAINTENANCE SERVICE
GENERAL00-47
6. Securely insert the dipstick.
NOTE: The transmission fluid should always be replaced
under the following conditions:
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When troubleshooting the transaxle.
When overhauling the transaxle.
When the transmission fluid is noticeably dirty or burnt
(driving under severe conditions).
TRANSMISSION FLUID CHANGE
Refer to GROUP 23A, Automatic Transmission - On-vehicle
Service P.23A-296.
12. ENGINE COOLANT (CHANGE)M1001003100357
Check the cooling system parts such as the radiator, heater
and oil cooler hoses, thermostat and their connections for leak-
age and damage.
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CHANGING COOLANT
1. Set the temperature control knob to the "HOT" position.
2. Run the engine until the engine coolant warms, and then
stop the engine.
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 lit-
tle to let the pressure escape through the vinyl tube.
After relieving the steam pressure, remove the cap by
slowly turning it counterclockwise.
3. Drain the water from the radiator, heater core and engine
after unplugging the radiator drain plug and removing the
radiator cap.

MAINTENANCE SERVICE
GENERAL00-52
FRONT IMPACT SENSORS
1. Check that the arrows on the sensors face toward the front
of the vehicle.
The SRS may not activate if a front impact sensor
is not installed properly, which could result in seri-
ous injury or death to the vehicle's driver and pas-
senger.
If a dent, crack, deformation or rust is detected,
replace with a new sensor.
2. Check the front side member and front impact sensor for
deformation or rust.
3. Check the front impact sensor wiring harness for binding;
Check the connector for damage; and check the terminals
for deformation.
Replace the sensor and/or wiring harness if they fail the
visual check (Refer to GROUP 52B, SRS Service
Precautions P.52B-16 and GROUP 52B, Front Impact
Sensor P.52B-231).
SIDE IMPACT SENSORS
If the side impact sensor is not installed securely
and correctly, the side-air bag may not operate
normally.
If a dent, crack, deformation or rust is detected,
replace with a new sensor.
1. Check the side impact sensor and bracket for dents, cracks
or deformation. The side impact sensors are located inside
the center pillars (LH/RH).
2. Check the connector for damage, and terminal for
deformation.
3. Check that there is no bending or corrosion in the center
pillars (LH/RH).
Replace the side impact sensor if it fails the visual check
(Refer to GROUP 52B, Side Impact Sensor P.52B-247).
NOTE: The illustration shows the left side impact sensor (RH).
The position of the other side impact sensor (LH) is symmetri-
cal to this.

DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
FRONT AXLE26-16
<>RH DRIVE SHAFT/DRIVE SHAFT AND
INNER SHAFT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
1. Use special tools MB990242, MB990244, MB991354 and
MB990767 to push out the drive shaft or the drive shaft and
inner shaft assembly from the hub.
2. Remove the drive shaft from the hub by pulling the bottom of
the brake disc towards you.
Do not pull on the drive shaft; doing so will damage the
PTJ; be sure to use the pry bar.
When pulling the drive shaft out from the transaxle, be
careful that the spline part of the drive shaft does not
damage the oil seal.
3. Insert a pry bar between the transaxle case and the drive
shaft, and then pry and remove the drive shaft from the
transaxle.
NOTE: Insert a pry bar, taking care not to damage the pro-
trusion of transaxle case when removing the drive shaft LH.