engine coolant MITSUBISHI GALANT 2011 9.G User Guide

6-6 For emergencies
6
5. If you do not see steam or spray coming from under the
hood, leave the engine on until the temperature indicator
on the instrument panel moves below the red zone. When
it is in the middle of the normal zone, you can start driving
again. If the indicator stays in the red zone, turn off the
engine.6. When you do not see any more steam or spray, open the
hood. Look for obvious leaks, such as a split radiator
hose. Be careful as components will be hot. Any leak
source must be repaired.
7. If there is no obvious leak source, check the coolant level
in the reserve tank. If there is none, or if it is too low,
slowly add coolant.
8. If the reserve tank needs coolant, you will probably also
need to add coolant to the radiator. Do not loosen or
remove the radiator cap until the engine has cooled down.
WA R N I N G
!
Before raising the engine hood, check to see if there
is steam or spray coming from under the hood.
Steam or spray coming from an overheated engine
could seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood until there is no steam or
spray.
WA R N I N G
!
Removing the radiator cap could scald you with
escaping hot water or steam. When checking the
radiator level, cover the cap with a cloth before try-
ing to remove it. Turn it slowly counterclockwise,
without pressing down, to the first notch. The pres-
sure in the system will then be let out. When the
pressure is COMPLETELY LET OUT, press down
and keep turning the cap counterclockwise until it
will come off.
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For emergencies
6-7
6
9. Start the engine, and slowly add coolant, up to the bottom
of the filler neck. Use plain water if you have to (and
replace it with the right coolant as soon as possible).
10. Replace the radiator cap and tighten it fully. Check the
temperature indicator. You can drive when the indicator
returns to the normal zone.
11. Have your vehicle checked by your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Tools and jack
N00836600308
StorageThe tools and the jack are stowed in the trunk.
Before removing the tools and the jack, lift up the luggage
floor board.1- Tools
2- Jack
3- Jack storage box
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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- 6
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 9
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 11
Automatic transaxle fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 12
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 13
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 15
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 15
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Brake pedal free play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 28
Parking brake lever stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 28
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 29
Emission-control system maintenance. . . . . . . . . .7- 29
General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 31
For cold and snowy weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 34
Fuse links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 34
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 35Replacement of light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 44
Vehicle care precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 61
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 62
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 63
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7-6 Vehicle care and maintenance
7View of the engine compartment
N00937600612
Engine oil and oil filter
N00937700815
To check and refill engine oil It is normal for an engine to use oil. You may need to add oil
between the recommended oil change intervals. Before starting
the engine, check the engine oil level. Refill if necessary.
To check the oil level, remove the dipstick, wipe it off, and
gently insert it all the way into the crankcase. Slowly remove it
again. The oil level must not go above the line on the dipstick.
If the level does not reach the line, which shows the smallest
amount of oil required, remove the oil filler cap on the engine
valve cover, and fill to within the “Good” range.
1- Power steering fluid reservoir
2- Brake fluid
3- Battery
4- Windshield washer fluid reservoir
5- Engine oil level dipstick
6- Radiator cap
7- Engine oil filler cap
8- Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick
9- Engine coolant reservoir
10- Air cleaner filter
Good
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-9
7
To replace the oil filterThe oil filter should be replaced at the time or mileage speci-
fied in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MAN-
UAL”.
Only use high quality replacement filters on this vehicle. The
manufacturer’s specifications for Genuine Mitsubishi oil filters
require that the filter can withstand a pressure of 256 psi
(1.8 MPa). A Genuine Mitsubishi oil filter is the best replace-
ment filter.
Follow the installation instructions printed on the filter.
Engine coolant
N00937800395
To check the coolant level The coolant reserve system provides a quick visual method for
determining the coolant level. When the engine is cold, the
level of the coolant in the reserve tank should be between the
“F” (FULL) and “L” (LOW) marks. The radiator normally
remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radi-
ator cap except for checking the coolant freeze point or replac-
ing the antifreeze coolant.
CAUTION
!
Take care not to bend the oil filter cover when
replacing the oil filter.
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7-10 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
To add coolant Use Mitsubishi Genuine Coolant or an equivalent.
Mitsubishi Genuine Coolant provides excellent protection
against corrosion and rust formation on all metals, including
aluminum, and prevents blockages in the radiator, heater, cyl-
inder head, engine block, etc.
If you need to add coolant often, or if the level in the reserve
tank does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system
should be pressure-tested for leaks. Take your vehicle to an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice for testing.
Radiator capThe radiator cap must be tight sealed to prevent losing coolant
which may result in engine damage. Only use a Genuine
Mitsubishi Parts radiator cap, or an approved equivalent.Points to remember
Do not overfill the reserve tank.

Your vehicle uses a special radiator cap that stays sealed
and lets the coolant flow from the reserve tank back to the
radiator when the engine cools down. If you need to
change the cap, use the exact same kind.

Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator with the
proper gauge, and only when it is safe. If you add anti-
freeze, the contents of the reserve tank must be protected
against freezing.

Keep the front of the radiator and condenser clean.
CAUTION
!
Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any
engine coolants that contain them. Using the wrong
antifreeze can corrode aluminum parts.
When you need to add coolant to the reserve tank,
use at least a 50 % concentration of ethylene-glycol
antifreeze in water. Do not overfill. Use a higher con-
centration (not over 60 %) when the outside temper-
ature is -31 °F (-35 °C) or lower. When the engine is
working very hard (for example, during mountain
driving and/or when the outside temperature is
high), use a 50 % concentration. You can check the
concentration level with a gauge from an automotive
supply store, or your authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or service station can check it for you. Use
only high quality ethylene-glycol antifreeze coolant
that is made to prevent corrosion of all cooling sys-
tem metals.

Do not top off the tank with plain water only. Water
by itself boils at a lower temperature and does not
stop rust or freezing. If the water freezes, it will
damage your cooling system. Do not use tapwater. It
can cause corrosion and rust.
WA R N I N G
!
Wait for the engine to cool down before opening the
radiator cap. Otherwise hot steam or boiling coolant
could spray up from the radiator and scald you.
CAUTION
!
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-11
7

If the temperature of the engine coolant does not rise after
the engine is warmed-up, take your vehicle to an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice to have the thermostat checked, and replaced if
necessary.
Air cleaner filter
N00937900370
The air cleaner filter will get dirty and dusty from use and not
filter properly. Replace it with a new filter using the schedule
in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.
Unclamp and take out the air cleaner filter.
After replacing the air cleaner filter, put the cover back on in its
original position. NOTE
Genuine Mitsubishi Motors Parts are recommended when
replacing the air cleaner filter.
CAUTION
!
Take care not to scratch the engine air flow sensor
when removing the air cleaner cover.
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9-8 Specifications
9Capacities
N01148000859
Item
Capacity
Lubricants
Fuel (approximate) 17.7 gal (67.0 L) Refer to “Fuel selection” on page 1-2.Engine oil
Oil pan 4.2 qt (4.0 L) Engine oils displaying ILSAC certification mark (“starburst”
symbol) on the container.
If these oils are not available, an API classification SM can
be used.Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)
Power steering As required Genuine Mitsubishi Power Steering Fluid Automatic transaxle 8.1 qt (7.7 L) DIAMOND ATF SP III Brake As required Conforming to Brake fluid DOT3 or DOT4 Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch As required Multipurpose type grease NLGI Grade 2 Engine coolant
{Includes .63 qt (0.6 L) in reserve tank}8.5 qt (8.0 L) Long Life Antifreeze Coolant or an equivalentWindshield washer fluid 4.2 qt (4.0 L) — Refrigerant (air conditioning)Refer to the air
conditioning label
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Alphabetical index
2Parking brake lever stroke 7-28
Pedal 3-47
Pedal free play 7-28
Power brakes 3-48
Service brake 3-47
Warning light 3-78
Break-in recommendations 3-2
Bulb capacity 7-45
C
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 1-9
Capacities 9-8
Cargo loads 4-12
Catalytic converter 7-3
Certification label 9-4
Charging system warning light 3-80
Child restraints 2-28
Child safety locks for rear door 3-15
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle 7-62
Outside of your vehicle 7-63
Clock 3-123
Coat hooks 3-134
Combination headlights and dimmer switch 3-81
Consumer information 8-2
Coolant (engine) 7-9
,9-8
Cruise control 3-57
Indicator light 3-58
Cup holder 3-133
D
Defogger (rear window) 3-90
Digital clock 3-123
Dimensions 9-4
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-83
Disc brake pads 7-31
Dome light 3-129
Capacity 7-46
Replacement 7-59
Door-ajar warning buzzer 3-80
Door-ajar warning light 3-80
Doors
Lock 3-12
Power door locks 3-14
Drive belt 7-32
Driving during cold weather 4-5
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-2
E
Electric rear window defogger switch 3-90
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) 3-3
Emission-control system maintenance 7-29
Engine
Compartment 7-6
Coolant 7-9
,9-8
Coolant temperature gauge 3-76
Hood 7-4
Malfunction indicator light 3-79
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Alphabetical index
3
Oil and oil filter 7-6
,9-8
Overheating 6-5
Serial number 9-2
Specifications 9-6
Error codes 5-64
,5-66
Exhaust system 7-33
F
Filling the fuel tank 1-4
Floor console box 3-132
Fluid
Automatic transaxle fluid 7-12
,9-8
Brake fluid 7-14
,9-8
Engine coolant 7-9,9-8
Power steering fluid 7-15
,9-8
Washer fluid 7-13
,9-8
Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-8
Fog lights
Indicator 3-78
Switch 3-86
For cold and snowy weather 7-34
Front fog light
Capacity 7-45
Front fog lights
Replacement 7-51
Front seats 2-4
Front side-marker lights
Capacity 7-45
Front turn-signal lightsCapacity 7-45
Fuel
Fuel economy 4-2
Fuel gauge 3-75
Fuel hoses 7-30
Low-fuel warning light 3-75
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems 1-8
Tank capacity 9-8
Fuel selection 1-2
Fuse links 7-34
Fuses 7-35
Block location 7-35
Identification 7-42
Load capacities 7-37
Replacement 7-42
G
Gauges 3-72
General maintenance 7-31
General vehicle data 9-4
Genuine parts 1-8
Glove compartment 3-131
Glove compartment light
Replacement 7-59
H
Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone interface system with
voice recognition 3-92
Hazard warning flasher switch 3-85
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