engine oil MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION 2013 10.G User Guide

7-34 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
Ball joint, steering linkage seals and drive shaft
boots
N00941800077
Check the following parts for damage and grease leaks:

Ball joint boots of the front suspension and steering link-
age

Bellows on both ends of the drive shaft
Exhaust system
N00942200108
The best way to keep carbon monoxide gas from entering
inside your vehicle is to have the engine exhaust system prop-
erly serviced.
Have a competent mechanic inspect the complete exhaust sys-
tem and nearby body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated,
or mispositioned parts if you notice any of the following:

A change in the sound of the exhaust system

The smell of exhaust fumes inside the vehicle

The underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged
Also check the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication, oil changes, or required service. Any open
seams or loose connections could let dangerous exhaust fumes
seep into the luggage compartment and passenger compart-
ments. Check for any of the following conditions:
Check for holes or exhaust gas leaks caused by corrosion
or damage.

Check the joints and connections for looseness or exhaust
gas leaks.

Check the rubber hangers and brackets for damage.
WA R N I N G
!
Carbon monoxide gas from your vehicle’s exhaust is
poisonous. Breathing these fumes can cause uncon-
sciousness or death.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-35
7
Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch
N00942500042
The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should
be checked, cleaned, and oiled when needed for easy move-
ment and to stop rust and wear. Use Multipurpose Grease
NLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all sliding parts of the hood latch
and release lever. Work the grease into the hood lock mecha-
nism until all the movable surfaces are covered.
Also, put a light coat of the same grease on the safety catch
wherever moving parts touch.
For cold and snowy weather
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Ventilation slotsThe ventilation slots in front of the windshield should be
brushed clear after a heavy snowfall so that the operation of the
heating and ventilation systems will not be impaired.WeatherstrippingTo prevent freezing of the weatherstripping on the doors,
engine hood, etc., they should be treated with silicone grease.Additional equipment (For regions where snow is
encountered)It is a good idea to carry a shovel or a short-handled spade in
the vehicle during the winter so that you can clear away snow
if you get stranded. A small hand-brush for sweeping snow off
the vehicle and a plastic scraper for the windshield, side and
rear window are also useful.
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7-74 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
CAUTION
!
When washing the underside of your vehicle or the
wheels, wear a pair of gloves to protect your hands.
This vehicle is equipped with a high performance
brakes. Wash the wheels frequently to remove brake
dust. The dust will be difficult to remove if left on
the wheels for too long.
If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers, place the
wiper switch lever in the “OFF” position to deacti-
vate the rain sensor before washing the vehicle. Oth-
erwise, the wipers will operate in the presence of
water spray on the windshield and become damaged
as a result.
Never spray or splash water on the electrical parts
in the engine compartment. This may damage them.
Be careful also when washing the underbody. Do not
spray water into the engine compartment.
Avoid automatic car washers that use rotating
brushes. These brushes may scratch the paint sur-
face and make it dull.
Scratches are more noticeable on darker colored
vehicles.

Some hot water washing equipment uses high pres-
sure and heat to clean your vehicle. This heated
water may damage your vehicle’s resin parts. It can
flood the interior of the vehicle. Therefore, be sure
of the following:
• Keep the washing nozzle at least 20 inches (50 cm)
away from the vehicle body.
• When washing around the door glass, hold the
nozzle at a distance of more than 20 inches (50 cm)
and at right angles to the glass surface.

When using high-pressure water to wash a vehicle
equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key system, keep the
water from spraying on the open button on the
trunk. This could cause the trunk to open and flood
the inside of the trunk.
Make sure to do the following when using an auto-
matic car wash, with help from either this manual or
the car wash operator, to avoid damaging your vehi-
cle:
• Fold the outside rear-view mirrors.
• Remove the antenna.
• If your vehicle is equipped with rear spoiler, check
with the car wash operator before using the car
wash.
• If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers, place the
wiper switch lever in the “OFF” position to deacti-
vate the rain sensor.CAUTION
!
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7-76 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
compound from the surface and apply a coat of wax to regain a
beautiful luster.Damaged paint
N00946200018
Small cracks and scratches in the paint coat should be touched
up as soon as possible with touch-up paint to prevent corrosion.
Check body areas facing the road or the tires carefully for dam-
age to the paint caused by flying stones, etc. The paint code
number for your vehicle can be found on the vehicle informa-
tion code plate in the engine compartment.
Cleaning plastic parts
N00946300178
Use a sponge or chamois to clean these parts.
If a vehicle wax sticks to a gray or black rough surface of the
bumper, molding or lights, the surface may appear white in
color. In this case, wipe it off using lukewarm water and a soft
cloth or chamois. Chrome parts
N00946400010
To prevent spots and corrosion of chrome parts, wash with
water, dry thoroughly, and apply a nonabrasive automotive
wax. If the chrome is severely damaged or pitted, use a com-
mercially available chrome polish.
CAUTION
!
Do not use a scrubbing brush or other rough scrub-
ber as these may damage the plastic surface.
Do not use wax containing compounds (polishing
powder) which may damage the plastic surface.
Do not let the plastic parts get soiled with gasoline,
oil, brake fluids, engine oils, greases, paint thinner,
and sulfuric acid (battery electrolyte). These fluids,
etc., may crack, stain or discolor the plastic parts.
If any of these get on the plastic parts, wipe them up
with a soft cloth or chamois and a mild solution of
soap and water. Then rinse them immediately with
water.
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Specifications
9-9
9 Refill capacities
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Item
Capacity
Lubricants
Fuel (approximate) 14.5 gal (55.0 L) Refer to “Fuel selection” on page 1-2.Engine oil
Oil pan 5.0 qt (4.8 L) Engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification mark
(“starburst” symbol) on the container.
If these oils are not available, an API classification SN
or higher can be used.Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)Oil cooler .53 qt (0.5 L)
Power steering As required Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Power Steering Fluid Twin Clutch SST8.0 qt (7.6 L) {Include .53 qt
(0.5 L) in oil cooler}Mitsubishi Motors Genuine SSTF-IManual transaxle 2.6 qt (2.5 L)Mitsubishi Motors Genuine NEW MULTI GEAR OIL
API classification GL-3, SAE 75W-80Transfer oil .85 qt (0.8 L) Mitsubishi Motors Genuine LSD gear oilAWC Control fluid1.57 qt (1.0 L) {Includes
hydraulic piping}MITSUBISHI MOTORS Genuine ATF SP IIIAY C f l u i d
For differential
mechanism.58 qt (0.55 L) Mitsubishi Motors Genuine LSD gear oilFor torque transfer
mechanism.63 qt (0.6 L) MITSUBISHI MOTORS Genuine ATF SP III
Brake/Clutch (if so equipped) 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 coolant7.9 qt (7.5 L) {Includes .63 qt
(0.65 L) in reserve tank}Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life Coolant
Premium or equivalent*Washer fluid 4.3 qt (4.0 L) —
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Alphabetical index
3
Dome light (Rear)
Bulb capacity 7-48
Replacement 7-69
Switch 3-261
Dome light/Reading lights
Bulb capacity 7-48
Replacement 7-67
Switch 3-260
Doors
Lock 3-52
Power door locks 3-56
Driving during cold weather 4-6
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-2
E
Electric rear window defogger switch 3-222
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) 3-4
,3-41
Emission-control system maintenance 7-31
Engine
Compartment 7-7
Coolant 7-10
,9-9
Hood 7-4
Oil and oil filter 7-7
,9-9
Overheating 6-6
Serial number 9-3
Specifications 9-7
Engine coolant temperature display 3-164
Engine malfunction indicator 3-199
Exhaust system 7-34External audio input connector 5-103
F
Filling the fuel tank 1-4
Floor console box 3-267
Floor mat 4-3
Fluid
AWC control fluid 7-15
,9-9
AYC fluid 9-9
Brake fluid 7-16
,9-9
Clutch fluid 7-16,9-9
Engine coolant 7-10,9-9
Power steering fluid 7-17
,9-9
Twin Clutch SST 9-9
Twin Clutch SST fluid 7-14,9-9
Washer fluid 7-16
,9-9
Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-9
Fog lights
Bulb capacity 7-46
Free-hand advanced security transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) 3-17
Front console boxes 3-266
Front console tray 3-265
Front fog lights
Bulb capacity 7-46
Indicators 3-198
Replacement 7-60
Switch 3-213
Front seats 2-3
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Alphabetical index
5
J
Jack 6-8
Storage 6-7
Jump-starting the engine 6-2
K
Key reminder buzzer 3-55
Keyless entry system 3-9
,3-44
Keys 3-2
L
Labeling 9-2
License plate light
Bulb capacity 7-46
Replacement 7-66
Light auto-cutout function 3-206
Limited-slip differential 3-134
Link System 3-224
Loading information 4-9
Lubricants 9-9
M
Manual transaxle 3-94
Oil 7-13
,9-9
Shift points (recommended speed) 3-94
Mirror
Inside day/night rearview mirror 3-79
Outside rearview mirrors 3-81Modification of your vehicle 1-7
Multi-information display 3-155
Multi-information meter
Switch 3-156
O
Octane requirement 1-2
Oil
Engine oil 7-7
,9-9
Manual transaxle oil 7-13
,9-9
Rear axle oil 7-15
Rear differential oil 9-9
Transfer oil 7-14
,9-9
Operation under adverse driving conditions 6-20
Outside rearview mirrors 3-81
Overheating 6-6
P
Parking 4-8
Parking brake 3-76
Parking brake break-in 7-30
Parking brake lever stroke 7-29
Parking and side-marker lights
Bulb capacity 7-46
Replacement 7-55
,7-57
Polishing 7-75
Power brakes 3-135
Power door locks 3-56
power door lock switch 3-56
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