clutch MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE 2010 4.G Owners Manual

Features and controls
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Starting the engineYour vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled fuel
injection system, which automatically controls the release of
fuel. There is usually no need to depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
The starter should not be run for more than 15 seconds at a
time.
To prevent battery drain, wait a few seconds between attempts
to restart the engine.
Normal conditionsTo start your vehicle:
Make sure all occupants are properly seated with seat belts fas-
tened.
1. Insert the ignition key.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Press and hold the brake pedal down with your right foot.
4. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down (manual
transaxle).NOTE
For models equipped with a manual transaxle, the starter
will not operate unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed
(Clutch interlock). This is a safety feature.
5. On vehicles with manual transaxle, place the gearshift
lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.
On vehicles with automatic transaxle, make sure the
selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.
6. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position and make cer-
tain that all warning lights are functioning properly before
starting the engine.
7. Turn the ignition key to the “START” position without
pressing the accelerator pedal. Release the key when the
engine starts. NOTE
Minor noises may be heard on engine start-up. These will
disappear as the engine warms up.

Release the ignition key as soon as the engine starts.
Otherwise, the starter motor will be damaged.
CAUTION
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Features and controls
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Using the MIVEC engine The MIVEC engine automatically switches its intake-valve
control between a low-speed mode and a high-speed mode in
accordance with driving conditions for maximum engine per-
formance.NOTE
To protect the engine, the high-speed mode may not be
selected while the engine coolant temperature is low. In
such a case, the engine revolutions do not rise to over
5,000 rpm even if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
Manual transaxle
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The shift pattern below is shown on the gearshift lever. Press
the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting gears.NOTE
During cold weather, shifting may be difficult until the
transaxle lubricant has warmed up. This is normal and not
harmful to the transaxle.To startPress the clutch pedal all the way down and shift into 1st. Then
gradually release the clutch pedal while depressing the acceler-
ator pedal.5-speed manual transaxle 6-speed manual transaxle
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3-68 Features and controls
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NOTE
If it is hard to shift into 1st, depress the clutch pedal a sec-
ond time; the shift will then be easier.Moving the gearshift lever to the “R” (Reverse)
position
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Vehicles equipped with 5-speed manual transaxleTo shift into the “R” (Reverse) position from 5th gear, move
the gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position, and then move
it to the “R” (Reverse) position.
Vehicles equipped with 6-speed manual transaxlePull up the pull-ring (A), then move the gearshift lever to the
“R” (Reverse) position with the pull-ring still pulled.
CAUTION
!
Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal because
this will cause premature clutch wear or damage.
Do not coast in the “N” (Neutral) position (illegal in
many states).
Do not use the gearshift lever as a handrest, because
this can result in premature wear of the transaxle
shift forks.
CAUTION
!
Do not move the gearshift lever to the “R” (Reverse)
position while the vehicle is moving forward. This
could damage the transaxle.
CAUTION
!
Do not pull up the pull-ring (A) when moving the
gearshift lever to any position other than the “R”
(Reverse) position. If you always pulled up the pull-
ring (A) when moving the gearshift lever, you could
unintentionally move the gearshift lever to the “R”
(Reverse) position and cause an accident and/or a
problem in the transaxle.
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Features and controls
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3 Cruise control
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Cruise control is an automatic speed control system. It lets you
keep the same driving speed. Cruise control can be used at
speeds of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more. It is especially use-
ful for freeway driving. Cruise control does not work at speeds
below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
NOTE
Cruise control may not be able to keep your speed on
uphills or downhills.

Your speed may drop on a steep uphill. You may have to
use the accelerator pedal if you want to stay at your set
speed.

Your speed may increase to more than the set speed on a
steep downhill. You must use the brake to control your
speed. If your speed increases too much, turn off the
cruise control. (Refer to “To deactivate” on page 3-96.)
A- Main switch
B- Cruise control lever
CAUTION
!
For safety reasons, deactivate cruise control system
using the main switch (A) when you are not using
the cruise control system.
(Refer to “To deactivate” on page 3-96.)

Cruise control is not recommended when driving
conditions will not allow you to stay at the same
speed, such as in heavy traffic or on roads that are
winding, icy, snow-covered, wet, or slippery, or on a
steep downhill.
For vehicles with manual transaxle, if you shift to
“N” (Neutral) in cruise control mode without press-
ing the clutch first, the engine will run too fast and
might be damaged.
CAUTION
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To deactivate
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The cruise control can be turned off as follows:

Push the main switch (A) at the end of the lever.
(Main switch OFF)

Pull the cruise control lever (B) toward you.
The cruise control can be turned off automatically in any of the
following ways:

By slightly tapping the brake pedal or pressing down on it
to slow your speed.

By pressing the clutch pedal down (for vehicles with man-
ual transaxle).

By moving the selector lever to “N” (NEUTRAL) posi-
tion (for vehicles with automatic transaxle).

When your speed slows to about 10 mph (15 km/h) or
more below the set speed because of a hill, etc.
When your speed slows to about 25 mph (40 km/h) or
less.

When the active stability control starts operating.
Refer to “Active stability control (ASC)” on page 3-85.
WA R N I N G
!
For vehicles with automatic transaxle, although the
cruise control can be turned off by moving the selec-
tor lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position, never
move the selector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position while driving.
You would have no engine braking and could cause
a serious accident.
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7
Vehicle care and maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 3
Engine hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 4
View of the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 6
Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 7
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 10
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 11
Automatic transaxle fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . .7- 12
Manual transaxle oil (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . . . .7- 15
Power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 16
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 16
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 20
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . .7- 29
Brake pedal free play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 30
Parking brake lever stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 30
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 31
Emission-control system maintenance. . . . . . . . . .7- 31
General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 33
For cold and snowy weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 37Fuse links. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 37
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 38
Replacement of light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 47
Vehicle care precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 71
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 72
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 73
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7-6 Vehicle care and maintenance
7View of the engine compartment
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2.4 liter engine
1- Power steering fluid reservoir
2- Brake fluid/Clutch fluid reservoir (if so equipped)
3- Battery
4- Windshield and rear window washer (ECLIPSE only) fluid
reservoir
5- Engine oil level dipstick
6- Engine oil filler cap
7- Radiator cap
8- Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick (if so equipped)
9- Engine coolant reservoir
10- Air cleaner filter3.8 liter engine
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Vehicle care and maintenance
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7 Brake fluid/Clutch fluid
(if so equipped)
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The brake fluid and the clutch fluid share the reservoir tank.To check the fluid levelThe fluid level must be between the “MAX” and “MIN” marks
on the reservoir.
The fluid level is monitored by a float. When the brake fluid
level falls below the “MIN” mark, the brake fluid warning
lamp lights up.
The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake pads, but
this does not indicate any abnormality.
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when doing
other work under the engine hood. The brake system should
also be checked for leaks at the same time.If the fluid level falls markedly in a short length of time, it indi-
cates leaks from the brake system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Fluid typeUse the brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4. The reser-
voir cap must be tightly sealed to keep dirt and water out.
CAUTION
!
Do not let any petroleum-based fluid touch, mix
with, or get into the brake fluid. This will damage
the seals.
Be careful when handling brake fluid. It can damage
painted surfaces.
Use only the listed brake fluid. Different brands of
brake fluid have different additives, and these can
cause a chemical reaction. Do not mix brands of
brake fluid.
Keep the reservoir tank cap closed to keep the brake
fluid from evaporating.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
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Tire chains
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Clutch pedal free play
(if so equipped)
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To check the clutch pedal free play (A), turn off the engine and
press the pedal until you feel resistance.
Clutch pedal free play:
.2 to .5 inch (6 to 13 mm)
CAUTION
!
Tire chains cannot be used on your vehicle. The
clearance between the chains and the body is not
sufficient to allow proper clearance, and the vehicle
body might be damaged.
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Alphabetical index
2Hose 7-33
Parking brake 3-54
Parking brake lever stroke 7-30
Pedal 3-81
Pedal free play 7-30
Power brakes 3-81
Service brake 3-81
Warning light 3-113
Break-in recommendations 3-2
Bulb capacity 7-47
C
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 1-9
Capacities 9-10
Cargo area light 3-176
Bulb capacity 7-50
Replacement 7-69
Cargo loads 4-12
Catalytic converter 7-3
Certification label 9-5
Charging system warning light 3-115
Child restraints 2-24
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle 7-72
Outside of your vehicle 7-73
Clutch
Fluid 7-15
Pedal free play 7-29
Coat hooks 3-181Coin holder 3-178
Combination headlights and dimmer switch 3-127
Consumer information 8-2
Convertible top 3-31
,7-77
Coolant (engine) 7-10,9-10
Cruise control 3-91
Indicator 3-92
Cup holder 3-179
D
Defogger (rear window) 3-137
Dimensions 9-6
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-129
Disc brake pads 7-33
Dome light
Bulb capacity 7-50
Replacement 7-68
Switch 3-175
Dome light/Reading lights
Bulb capacity 7-50
Replacement 7-68
Switch 3-171
,3-173
Door-ajar warning buzzer 3-116
Doors
Lock 3-13
Power door locks 3-15
Drive belt 7-34
Driving during cold weather 4-5
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-2
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