Maintenance MITSUBISHI GALANT 2011 9.G Repair Manual

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Rear combination lights
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1. Open the lid.
Partially take off the trim cover (A).2. Remove each socket and bulb assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
B- Rear turn-signal light
Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
C- Tail and stop light
Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
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Back-up lights
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1. Open the trunk lid.
On vehicles equipped with the trunk lid grip, remove the
screws (A), and remove the trunk lid grip (B).2. On vehicles equipped with the cover, remove the clips (C)
by prying with a straight blade (or minus) screwdriver,
and remove the cover (D).
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3. Remove the socket and bulb assembly by turning it coun-
terclockwise.4. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.E- Back-up light
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5. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.NOTE
To reinstall the clips, first insert the prongs (F) into the
hole, then firmly press the cap portion (G).
High-mounted stop light
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NOTE
The high-mounted stop light uses an LED instead of a
bulb. Check with an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice when the light needs to
be repaired or replaced.
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License plate light
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1. Open the trunk lid.
On vehicles equipped with the trunk lid grip, remove the
screws (A), and remove the trunk lid grip (B).2. On vehicles equipped with the cover, remove the clips (C)
by prying with a straight blade (or minus) screwdriver,
and remove the cover (D).
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3. Open the trunk lid.
Remove the socket and bulb assembly by turning it coun-
terclockwise.4. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
5. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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Dome light
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1. Insert the tip of a screwdriver at the edge of the lens, pry
gently to remove the lens, and then remove the bulb from
the light holder.NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep
from scratching the lens.
2. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.Reading lights
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Have the reading light bulbs replaced at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Glove compartment light
(if so equipped)
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Have the glove compartment light bulbs replaced at an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.
Front
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Trunk room light
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1. Pull both clips (A) away from the center as shown and
remove the light unit. Then remove the bulb by pulling
out.
2. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
Vanity mirror lights
(if so equipped)
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1. Insert the tip of a screwdriver at the edge of the lens, pry
gently to remove the lens, and then remove the bulb from
the light holder.NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep
from scratching the lens.
2. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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7 Vehicle care precautions
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In order to maintain the value of your vehicle, perform regular
maintenance using the proper materials and procedures. Be
sure to use only those materials and procedures that meet your
local environmental pollution control regulations. Choose the
materials you will use carefully, to be sure that they do not con-
tain corrosives. If you are not sure, contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for help in choosing these materials. These can all be dangerous, and they all can damage your vehi-
cle.
CAUTION
!
Cleaning products can be dangerous. Some are poi-
sonous. Others are highly flammable. Some are dan-
gerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
When you use anything in a container to clean your
vehicle, be sure to follow the instructions. Always
open your vehicle doors or windows when you’re
cleaning the inside. Never use the following chemi-
cals to clean your vehicle:
• Gasoline
• Carbon Tetrachloride
• Benzine
• Kerosene
• Naphtha
• Acetone
• Turpentine
• Paint Thinner
• Lacquer Thinner
• Nail Polish Remover
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7Cleaning the inside of your vehicle
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After washing the inside of your vehicle with any cleaner, wipe
it dry in a shady, well ventilated area. NOTE
Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.Plastic, vinyl leather, fabric and flocked parts
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1. Lightly wipe these off with a soft cloth soaked in a 3%
solution of gentle soap and water.
2. Dip cloth in fresh water and wring out well. Using this
cloth, wipe off the detergent thoroughly.NOTE
Do not use cleaners, conditioners, or protectants contain-
ing silicone or wax.
Such products may cause annoying reflections and
obscure vision.
Upholstery
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1. To maintain the value of your new vehicle, maintain the
upholstery carefully and keep the interior clean.
Use a vacuum cleaner and brush to clean the seats. If
stained, vinyl and synthetic leather should be cleaned with
an appropriate cleaner. Cloth fabrics can be cleaned with
either upholstery cleaner or a 3% solution of gentle soap
in lukewarm water.
2. Clean the carpeting with a vacuum cleaner and remove
any stains with carpet cleaner. Oil and grease can be
removed by lightly dabbing with a clean white cloth and
spot remover. NOTE
If fuzzing is difficult to remove from the seat upholstery,
draw a suitable defuzzing brush over the surface in one
direction.Genuine leather
(if so equipped)
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1. To clean, lightly wipe the leather with a soft cloth soaked
in a 5 % solution of gentle soap and water.
2. To rinse, dip the cloth in fresh water, wring it out well, and
wipe off all the soap.
3. To preserve and protect, use a leather protecting agent on
the genuine leather surface. NOTE
If genuine leather is wet with water, wipe it with a dry,
soft cloth.
If left damp, mildew may grow and damage the leather
surface.
CAUTION
!
Do not use organic substances (solvents, kerosene,
alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.
These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or
cracking of the surface.
If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure
their ingredients do not include the substances men-
tioned above.
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