engine oil MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE 1991 User Guide

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE - Maintenance Service
osFol2ENGINE
OIL FtLTER SELECTtONThis vehicle is equipped with a full-flow, throw-away oil
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filter.The same type of replacement filter is recommended as a
replacement filter for this vehicle. It is possible, particularilyin cold weather, that this vehicle may develop high oil
pressure for a short duration. You should be sure that any
replacement filter used on this vehicle is a high-quality filterand is capable of withstanding a pressure of 256 psi
(manufacturer’s specifications) to avoid filter and engine
damage. The following is a high-quality filter and is stronglyrecommended for use on this vehicle
: Mitsubishi Engine
-Oil Filter Part No. MD031805 or MD084693.
Any replacement oil filter should be installed in accordancewith the oil filter manufacturer’s installation instructions.
(1) Remove the engine oil filler cap.
(2) Remove the engine oil drain plug, and drain out the
engine oil.
(3) Remove the engine oil filter by using the oil filter
wrench.(4) Clean the oil filter mounting surface of the oil filter
bracket.(5) Coat engine oil to the O-ring of new oil filter.
(6) Turn the oil filter by hand to install to the block.
NOTEThe oil filter tightening torque is
11-13 Nm (8-10
ftlbs.).A(7) Supply engine oil.
.(8) Start and run engine and check for engine oil leaks.
(9) After stopping engine, check oil level and replenish as
necessary.9. MANUAL TRANSAXLE (Inspect oil level)
NOOSBCEbInspect each component for evidence of leakage, and
check the oil level by remaining the filler plug. If the oil is
contaminated, it is necessary to replace it with new oil.
1. With the vehicle parked at a level place, remove the
filler plug and check to be sure that the oil level is up tothe lower edge of the filler plug hole.
2. Check to be sure that the transmission oil is not
noticeably dirty, and that it has a suitable viscosity.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE - Maintenance Service
L-4GoodOOA0051C9FW1014K512(9) Supply 4 liters (8.5 pints) of specified ATF into case
through dipstick hole. [Total quantity of ATF required is
6.1 liters (12.9 pints).
Actually however, approx. 4.5 liters (9.5 pints) of fluid
can be replaced because rest of fluid remains in torque
converter.]Specified fluid: MOPAR ATF PLUS (Automatic
Transmission Fluid Type 7176) or
Dia ATF SP or Equivalent
(10)Start engine and allow to idle for at least two minutes.
Then, with parking brake on, move selector lever
momentarily to each position, ending in “N” Neutral
position.
(1 l)Add sufficient ATF to bring fluid level to lower mark.
Recheck fluid level after transaxle is at normal operating
temperature.
Fluid level should be between upper and lower marks of“HOT” range. Insert dipstick fully to prevent dirt from
entering transaxle.
11 .ENGINE COOLANT (Change)NOOSBEAcCheck the cooling system parts, such as radiator, heater,
and oil cooler hoses, thermostat and connections for
leakage and damage.
CHANGE COOLANT
1. Remove the radiator cap.
2. Loosen the drain plug to drain the coolant.
3. Drain the coolant from the reserve tank.
4. After draining the coolant, tighten the drain plug
securely.
5.Supply the coolant into the radiator until it is filled up to
its filler neck.
6. Supply the coolant into the reserve tank.
7. After warming the engine until the thermostat opens,
remove the radiator cap and check the coolant level.
8.Supply the coolant into the radiator until it is filled up to
its filler neck, and install the
.radiator, cap securely.
9.Fill the reserve tank with coolant up to the “FULL” line.12DISC BRAKE PADS (Inspect for wear)
NOOSBFA~Check for fluid contamination and wear. Replace complete
set of pads if defective.
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 replace as a complete set.
Thickness of lining (A)
Limit
:2.0 mm (.08 in.)

2-2FRONT SUSPENSION - Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONSNOZCA-

ItemsVehicles with 1.8L EngineVehicles with 2.0L DOHCVehicles with 2.0L DOHC
Engine Engine MIT
MM/TAITMITNTSuspension systemMcPherson strut with’ coil spring and compression’ rod type
Coil spring
Wire dia.
x0.D. x13.4x173.4x 13.6x173.6x 13.7x173.7x 13.9x173.9x 13.9x173.9x 14.1 x174.1xfree length326.5 (.53x334.5 (.54x314 (.54x321.5 (.55x321.5 (.55x329 (.55x
mm (in.) 6.83x12.9)6.83x
13.2)6.84x 12.4)6.85x 12.7)6.85x 12.7)6.85x 12.9)Coil springGreen
x 1Green x 2Light blue x 1 Light blue x 2 Light blue x 2 Orange x 1
identification
colorSpring constant
N/mm
(IbsAn.) 22 (123)22 (123)24 (134)24 (134)24 (134)24 (134)Shock absorber
TypeHydraulic, cylindrical double acting type
Maximum length
mm (in.) 483 (19.02)
Compressed length
mm (in.) 330 (12.99)
Strokemm (in.) 153 (6.02)
Damping force
[at 0.3
m/set.
(0.984 ft./sec.)l
Expansion
N (Ibs.) 1,000 (220)
ContractionN (Ibs.) 300 (66)
Wheel bearing
TypeDouble-row angular-contact ball bearing
0.D.xl.D. mm (in.) 80x40 (3.15x1.57)
Drive shaft
Joint type
OuterB.J.“l
InnerT.J.“’Drive shaft
Lengthmm (in.)
L.H. shaft708 (27.9)706 (27.8)
R.H. shaft368 (14.5)366 (14.4)
NOTE*1: B.J.: Birfield joint*2: T.J.: Tripod joint706 (27.8)
702 (27.6)366 (14.4)
370 (14.5)

FRONT SUSPENSION - Specifications2-5Items
Rear roll stopper bracket to centermember
Centermember installation bolts (front)
Centermember installation bolts (rear)
Joint assembly and gear box connecting bolt
Steering gear box assembly to return tube
Steering gear box assembly to pressure hose
Steering gear box assembly to crossmember
Pressure hose bracket to crossmember
Transfer installation bolt
Nmftlbs. I’, ‘,
40-5029-36
80-10058-72
80-I 0058-72
15-20II-1412-18
9-13
12-189-13
60-8043-58
9-14
7-10
55-6040-43
60-8043-58
Gusset installation bolt
70-8051-58Left member installation bolt (front)
80-10058-72
Left member installation bolt (rear)
70-8051-58
Vo. 1 crossmember installation nut80-10058-72qight member installation bolt (front)
80-10058-72?ight member installation bolt (rear)
70-8051-58
+ont roll stopper to No. 1 crossmember40-5029-36
?ont roll stopper installation nut50-6536-47
Iront exhaust pipe to catalytic converter40-6029-43
‘rant exhaust pipe to hangerIO-157-11
‘-. LUBRICANTSNO2CD--
ItemsSpecified lubricantsQuantity
Outer surface of wheel bearing outer race
MOPAR Multi-mileage LubricantAs required
Wheel bearing inner racePart No. 2525035 or equivalent
Oil seal lip
Strut insulator bearing
Lower arm ball joint
Stabilizer link
Inner dust coverMOPAR Multi-mileage Lubricant
Part No. 2525035 or equivalent
7-10 g (.25-.35 oz.)
Outer dust cover
MOPAR Multi-mileage Lubricant
Part
No.2525035 or equivalent4-6
g (.14-.21 oz.)
B.J. boot grease
Repair kit grease
Vehicles with
1.8L engine
95 g (3.4 oz.)
Vehicles with
2.0L DOHC engine110 g (3.9 oz.)
95 g (3.4 oz.)
T.J. boot grease
Repair kit grease
Vehicles with
1.8L engine105 g (3.7 oz.)
Vehicles with
2.0L DOHC engine120 g (4.2 oz.)
105 g (3.7 oz.)
Spider assemblyRepair kit greaseAs required
NOTEThe grease in the repair kit should be divided in half for use, respectively, at the joint and inside the boot.

REAR AXLE - Troubleshooting3-7
Symptom
NOTE
1 Probable cause1 Remedy
In addition to a malfunction of the differential carrier components, abnormal noise can also be caused by the universal
joint of the propeller shaft, the axle shafts, the wheel bearings, etc. Before disassembling any parts, take all
possibilities into consideration and confirm the source of the noise.
Abnormal noise when
Damaged differential gears
ReplacecorneringDamaged pinion shaftInsufficient gear oil quantity
Replenish
Gear noiseImproper final drive gear tooth contact adjustmentAdjust or replace
Incorrect final drive gear backlashAdjust
Improper drive pinion preload adjustment
Damaged, broken, and/or seized tooth surfaces of
Replacethe drive gear and drive pinion
Damaged, broken, and/or seized drive pinion bear-
ings
NOTE
Damaged, broken, and/or seized side bearings
Damaged differential case
Inferior gear oilInsufficient gear oil quantity
Replenish
Noise from the engine, muffler vibration, transaxle, propeller shaft, wheel bearings, tires, body, etc., is easily mistaken
as being caused by malfunctions in the differential carrier components. Be extremely careful and attentive whenperforming the driving test, etc.
Test methods to confirm the source of the abnormal noise include:coasting acceleration, constant speed driving,
raising the rear wheels on a jack, etc. Use the method most appropriate to the circumstances.
Gear oil leakageWorn or damaged front oil seal, or an improperlyReplace
installed oil seal
Damaged gasket
Seizure
VOTE
Loose companion flange self-locking nut
Loose filler or drain plug
Clogged or damaged vent plug
Insufficient final drive gear backlash
Excessive drive pinion preload
Excessive side bearing preload
Insufficient differential gear backlash
Excessive clutch plate preload
Inferior gear oilInsufficient gear oil quantityRetighten or replace
Retighten or apply adhesive
Clean or replaceAdjust
Replace
Replenish
n the event of seizure, disassemble and replace the parts involved, and also be sure to check all components for any
rregularities and repair or replace as necessary.
3reak downIncorrect final drive gear backlashAdjustInsufficient drive pinion preload
Insufficient side bearing preload
Excessive differential gear backlash
Loose drive gear clamping boltsRetighten
VOTEn addition to disassembling and replacing the failed parts, be sure to check all components for irregularities and repairIr
replace as necessary.
The limited slip differentialThe limited slip device is damagedDisassemble, check the func-
lees not function (ontioning, and replace the dam-
;now, mud, ice, etc.)aged parts

BRAKES - Service Adiustment Procedures5-45I
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2314A04.54
BLEEDINGN65FYAN
When the master cylinder is empty of brake fluid, bleed air
from the master cylinder by proceeding with procedures (1)
thru (6). (Because this master cylinder is not equipped with a
check valve.)
When brake fluid remains in the master cylinder, proceed with
step (6).
(1) -Disconnect the brake tube from the master cylinder.
(2) Two persons should conduct the air bleeding, one person
slowly depressing the brake pedal and holding the pedal
depressed.(3) In this condition, the other person should use a finger to
close the outlet part of the master cylinder, and then the
first person should release the brake pedal.
(4) Steps (2) and (3) should be repeated three or four times,
and then the master cylinder should be filled with brake
fluid to the specified level.
NOTE
The air is completely bled from the master cylinder by steps
(1) to (4).
(5) Connect the brake tube to the master cylinder.
(6) Start the engine; then, in the sequence shown in the
illustration, bleed the air from each wheel cylinder.
Specified brake fluid: MOPAR Brake Fluid/
Conforming to DOT3
Caution
1.Use the specified brake fluid. Avoid using a mixture
of the specified brake fluid and other fluid.2. If brake fluid is exposed to the air, it will absorb
moisture; as water is absorbed from the atmos-phere, the boiling point of the brake fluid will
decrease and the braking performance will be
seriously impaired. For this reason, use a hermeti-
cally sealed 1 lit.
(1.06 qt.) or 0.5 lit. (0.52 qt.) brake
fluid container.3. Firmly close the cap of the brake fluid container
after use.
4. For vehicles with the anti-lock braking system, besure to install a filter to the master cylinder
reservoir tank when supplying brake fluid.
ORDINARY AIR-BLEEDING PROCEDURES(1) Depress the brake pedal several times until resistance is
felt; then, with the pedal depressed, loosen the bleeder
screw
l/3 to l/2 turn and then tighten it before the fluid
pressure is all gone.
(2) Release the brake pedal. Repeat this procedure until there
are no more air bubbles in the brake fluid.

COOLING - Specifications7-3
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSN07CG.
ItemsRadiator insulator
upperThermosensor to radiator
Automatic transaxle oil cooler hose cramp
Automatic transaxle oil cooler hose mounting bolt
Water outlet fitting bolts
Engine mount insulator nut (large)
Engine mount insulator nut (small)
Engine mount bracket to engine
Bracket between engine mount bracket and engine
Tension pulley bracket for air conditioner
<1.8L Engine>
Water pump installation bolt
Bolt head mark “4T”
Bolt head mark “7T”
Water pulley bolt
pumpDamper pulley, crankshaft pulley
<1.8L Engine>
<2.0L DOHC Engine>
Timing belt front upper cover installation bolt
Timing belt front lower cover installation bolt
Crankshaft sprocket installation bolt
Timing belt
B tensioner
Tension pulley bracket for air conditioner
<2.0L DOHC Engine>
Automatic tensioner installation bolt
Tensioner pulley installation bolt
Oil level
gaugeFront exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold

Front exhaust pipe bracket
Exhaust manifold cover (A)

Flange bolt: 8
x 12 mm (.31 x .47 in.)
Washer assembled bolt: 6
x 14 mm (.24x.55in.)
<2.0L DOHC Engine (Non-Turbo)>
Exhaust manifold cover
(8)
Heat protecter (A)
Heat protecter
(B)
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head<1.8L Engine>
<2.0L DOHC Engine>
Engine hanger to engine bracket
JVater inlet pipe installation bolt
Transaxle side
Engine block side
<1.8L Engine>
<2.0L DOHC Engine>
'ower steering oil pump to oil pump bracket
‘ower steering oil pump bracket to engine
Nmft.lbs.
9-14
7-103-4
2-3
4-63-4
3-52-4
17-2012-14
60-8043-58
30-4022-29
50-6536-47
17-2612-19
18-2213-15
12-15
9-11
20-2714-20
8-106-7
15-18
11-13
20-3014-22
IO-127-9
10-127-9
110-13080-9415-22
11-16
23-27
17-20
20-2714-2043-55
31-4012-15
9-11
30-4022-29
40-6029-43
30-4022-29
27-33
20-24
8-106-7
12-15
9-11
12-15
9-11
12-15
9-11
12-15
9-l 1
15-2011-14
25-3018-22
12-15
9-11
43-55
31-40
IO-127-9
12-15
9-11
35-4525-33
25-3318-24