check engine MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER 2018 (in English) Service Manual

Fuel Pump Shut-off System8-16 For emergencies
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When driving on a road covered withsnow or ice, use s
now tires. Tire chains
cannot be used on your vehicle. Theremay be state or local regulations aboutusing snow tires. Al
ways check the regu-
lations in your local area before usingthem. Refer to “Snow tires” on page 9-21and “Tire chains” on page 9-22.Drive slowly. Do not make sudden startsor stops, sharp turns, or slam on thebrakes.Allow extra distance
between your vehi-
cle and the vehicle in front of you, andavoid sudden braking.If a skid occurs when the acceleratorpedal is depressed, take your foot off thepedal. Steer gently in the direction of theskid.Your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lockbraking system (ABS). Hold the brakepedal down firmly and keep it depressed.Do not pump the brake pedal which willresult in reduced braking performance.After parking on snowy or icy roads, itmay be difficult to move your vehicle dueto the brake being frozen. Depress theaccelerator pedal little by little to movethe vehicle when safe to do so.
Drive as slow as pos
sible when driving on
bumpy, rutted roads or over potholes.
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In the event of a collision causing frontal air-bag deployment, the fuel pump shut-off sys-tem will activate to st
op fuel supply to the
engine.
On snowy or icy roads
CAUTIONDo not depress the acce
lerator pedal rapidly.
The vehicle could start moving when itbreaks free from the
ice, possibly resulting in
an accident.
On a bumpy or rutted road
CAUTIONDriving on bumpy, rutted roads or over pot-holes can damage th
e tires and wheels.
Wheels with low-profiles tires or under-inflated tires are especially at risk for dam-age.
Fuel Pump Shut-off System
WA R N I N GBefore attempting to restart the engineafter a collision, alw
ays inspect the ground
under the vehicle for leaking fuel. If a fuelleak is found or a fuel
odor is detected, do
not restart the engine.Mitsubishi Motors recommends that yourvehicle be inspected by
an author
ized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer
after any collision.
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Service precautions9-2 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Taking regular care of your vehicle will pre-serve its value and appe
arance as long as pos-
sible.You can do some of the maintenance workyourself, and the rest should only be per-formed by an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer or a repair facility of your choice.If you discover a malfunction or other prob-lem, have it corrected by an authorized Mit-subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility ofyour choice.This section descri
bes the maintenance
inspections that you can do yourself, if you sodesire. Follow the instructions and precau-tions for each procedure.
Have you purchased the Mitsubishi MotorsDiamond Care Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new
vehicle warranties.
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealerfor details.
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The catalytic converter requires you to useunleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline willdestroy the emission-control effectiveness ofthe converter.
Service precautions A- Cooling fansB- Caution label*: Front of the vehicle
WA R N I N GWhen checking or servicing the inside ofthe engine compartment, be sure theengine is stopped and has had a chance tocool down.If you need to work
in the engine compart-
ment with the engine running, be espe-cially careful that your clothing, hair, etc.does not get caught in the cooling fans,drive belts, or other moving parts.After performing the maintenance work,make sure that no tools or cloths are leftbehind in the engine compartment.If they are left behind, a fire or damage tothe vehicle may occur.The cooling fans can turn on automati-cally even if the engine is not running.Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”position to be safe while you work in theengine compartment.Do not smoke or allow open flames aroundfuel or the battery. The fumes are flamma-ble.Be extremely careful when workingaround the battery. It
contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.Do not get under your ve
hicle while it is on
a jack.Always use properly rated automotivejack stands.
Handling your vehicle’s parts and materi-als in the wrong way can injure you. Askan authorized Mitsub
ishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice if youhave questions.
Catalytic converter
WA R N I N G
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Engine hood
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-3
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Normally, the catalyti
c converter does not
require maintenance. However, it is importantto keep the engine properly tuned for the con-verter to continue to work properly.To reduce the possibili
ty of catalytic con-
verter damage:Use UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY ofthe type of recommended in the “Fuelselection”.Do not drive with an extremely low fuellevel. Running out of gas could damagethe catalytic converter.
Do not try to start the engine by pushingor towing the vehicle. If the battery isweak or run down, use jumper cables toproperly start the engine.Do not idle the engine with any spark plugwires disconnected or removed, such aswhen performing
diagnosti
c tests.
Do not idle the engine
for a long time if it
is idling roughly or otherwise obviouslymalfunctioning.To prevent the catalytic converter frombeing damaged from unburned gas, do notrace the engine when turning off the igni-tion switch.Stop driving the vehicle if you think theperformance is noticeably low, or theengine has a malfunction such as with theignition, etc. If you are not able to stopdriving immediately,
slow down and drive
for only a short time. Have your vehiclechecked at an authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice as soon
as possible.
In unusual situations involving majorengine problems, a burning odor mayindicate severe and abnormal catalyticconverter overheating.
If this occurs, stop
in a safe place, shut the engine off and letthe vehicle cool. Once
the engine is cool,
immediately take
your vehicle to an
authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice for service.
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Use the engine hood release lever (locatedunder the instrument panel near the driver’sdoor) to unlock the engine hood.Pull the lever toward you to release theengine hood latch.
CAUTIONDamage to the catalyti
c converter can result
if your vehicle is not
kept in proper operating
condition. If the engine
malfunctions or mis-
fires, or if your vehi
cle performance suffers,
have it serviced promptly. Running yourvehicle when it is
overheated may result in
damage to the converter and vehicle.WA R N I N GDo not park or run your vehicle in areaswhere combustible materials such as drygrass or leaves can come
in contact with a
hot exhaust, since a fire could occur.Do not put undercoat paint on the cata-lytic converter.
Engine hood To open
WA R N I N GNever use the release lever to unlatch theengine hood while the
vehicle is in motion.
Do not drive your vehicle unless theengine hood is locked.
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Engine oil and oil filter9-6 Vehicle care and maintenance
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It is normal for an engi
ne to use oil. You may
need to add oil between the recommended oilchange intervals. Befo
re starting the engine,
check the engine oil leve
l. Refill if necessary.
To check the oil level, remove the dipstick,wipe it off, and gently
reinsert it all the way.
Slowly pull the dipsti
ck straight out and
check the oil level by checking the upper sur-face of the dipstick. Th
e oil level must not go
above the line on the dipstick.If the level does not reach the line whichshows the minimum amo
unt of oil required,
remove the oil filler cap on the engine valvecover, and fill to within the “Good” range.
Engine oil and oil filter To check and refill engine oil
NOTE
If it is difficult to verify the oil level, wipeoff the dipstick and
reinsert it. Wait a
moment and then recheck the oil level bychecking the upper surfa
ce of the dipstick.
2.4 L models
CAUTIONOverfilling will cause
oil aeration and loss of
oil pressure, which coul
d damage the engine.
WA R N I N GUsed engine oil is po
isonous, and can dam-
age your skin. Prolonged and repeatedcontact may cause serious skin disorders,including dermatitis and cancer. Do not letused oil touch your sk
in and wash thor-
oughly after working with it.Keep used oil out of
the reach of children.
NOTE
Engine oil consumption
is greatly influenced
by payload, engine speed, etc.3.0 L models
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Engine coolant9-8 Vehicle care and maintenance
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ters require that the filter can withstand apressure of 256 psi (1.8 MPa). A MitsubishiMotors Genuine oil filter
is the best replace-
ment filter.Follow the installation instructions printed onthe filter.
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The engine coolant rese
rve tank (A) lets you
quickly see when you need to add coolant.When the engine is cold, the level of the cool-ant in the reserve tank should be between theFULL and LOW marks. The radiator usuallystays full so there is no reason to remove theradiator cap (B) except when you check thecoolant freeze point or
replace the antifreeze
coolant.
Mitsubishi Motors Genui
ne Coolant provides
excellent protection against corrosion andrust formation on all metals, including alumi-num, and prevents clogs in some parts ofengine.If you need to add coolant often, or if thelevel in the reserve tank does not drop whenthe engine cools, the cooling system shouldbe pressure-tested for le
aks. Take your vehi-
cle to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealeror a repair facility of
your choice for testing.
Engine coolant To check the coolant level
*: Front of the vehicleTo add coolant Use “Mitsubishi Motors
Genuine Super Long
Life Coolant Premium” or equivalent
*.
*: similar high quality et
hylene glycol based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate andnon-borate coolant with long life hybridorganic acid technologyCAUTIONDo not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze orany engine coolants th
at contain them. Using
the wrong antifreeze can corrode aluminumparts.
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Air cleaner filter
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-9
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The radiator cap must be sealed tight to pre-vent losing coolant, which may result inengine damage. Only use a MitsubishiMotors Genuine Parts radiator cap, or anapproved equivalent.
Do not overfill the reserve tank.Your vehicle uses a
special radiator cap
that stays sealed and lets the coolant flowfrom the reserve tank back to the radiatorwhen the engine cools down. If you needto change the cap, use the exact samekind.Check the coolant freeze point in the radi-ator with the proper gauge, and only whenit is safe. If you add antifreeze, the con-tents of the reserve ta
nk must be protected
against freezing.Keep the front of the radiator and con-denser clean.If the engine coolan
t temperature does not
rise after the engine
is warmed-up, take
your vehicle to an au
thorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice to have the thermostat checked,and replaced if necessary.
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The air cleaner filter w
ill get dirty and dusty
from use and not filter
properly. Replace it
with a new filter using the schedule in the“WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCEMANUAL”.1. For 2.4 L models, remove the two clips(A), then remove the Air duct (B).2. For 2.4 L models,
while holding down the
tab (C), pull out the connector (D).
The required concentration of anti-freeze dif-fers depending on the
expected ambient tem-
perature.Above -31 °F (-35 °C):of anti-freezeBelow -31

Automatic transaxle fluid (if so equipped)
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-11
9
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The automatic transaxl
e should be maintained
and serviced by an authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice to obtain the
best performance and
longest life. It is impor
tant that the transaxle
fluid is kept at the correct level.The fluid level should be checked when thebar graph for the engine coolant temperaturedisplay on the multi-information displayshows the engine is warmed up and the fluidin the transaxle is heated to its normal work-ing temperature. Driving with the wrong fluidlevel will rapidly wear
out the transaxle and
destroy the fluid.1. With the brake pedal fully depressed andthe engine idling,
select each gear
momentarily, ending with the selectorlever in the “P” (PARK) position.
2. The fluid level should be at the HOTmark, but never above the HOT markwhen the engine is warmed up. Add ordrain fluid to get to the correct level.3. Make certain that the dipstick cap isinstalled properly to keep dirt and waterout of the transaxle.
Use only “Mitsubishi Motors Genuine ATF-J3” transaxle fluid to
ensure optimum trans-
axle performance.
Mitsubishi Motors Corp
oration does not rec-
ommend the addition of
any fluid additives to
the transaxle.
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The continuously variable transmission(CVT) should be maintained and serviced byan authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or arepair facility of your
choice to obtain the
best performance and longe
st life. It is impor-
tant that the transmission fluid is kept at thecorrect level.Use only “Mitsubish
i Motors Genuine
CVTF-J4” transmission fluid to ensure opti-mum transmission performance.
Automatic transaxle fluid
(if
so equipped)To check the fluid level

Procedure for checking the fluid level

WA R N I N GTransaxle fluid is extremely flammableand poisonous. Do not spill fluid whenadding or draining.
Fluid type

Good (Hot)
CAUTIONUsing the improper transaxle fluid may dam-age the transaxle.
Special additives

Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
(if
so equipped)Fluid type

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Transfer oil (All-w
heel drive models)
9-12 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
Do not use any fluid additives to the trans-mission.
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Whenever the transfer oil level is checked,add oil as necessary to maintain the properlevel. Fill with the oil according to the tablebelow.
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Whenever the oil level is checked, add oil asnecessary to maintain the proper level.Fill with the oil according to the table below.
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The windshield and rear window washer fluidreservoir is in the
engine compartment.
Check the washer fluid
level at regular inter-
vals and add washer fluid to reservoir if nec-essary.Open the reservoir cap and check the fluidlevel with the dipstick.When freezing weather is anticipated, flushout the water in the reservoir by operating thepump. Fill the reservoi
r with windshield anti-
freeze (not radiator an
tifreeze), and operate
the system for a few seconds to flush out theresidual water.
CAUTIONUsing the improper transaxle fluid may dam-age the transaxle.
Special additives

Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) Fluid type Lubricant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid Gear Oil API
GL-5
Viscosity range
SAE 80
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) Fluid type Lubricant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid Gear Oil API
GL-5
Viscosity range
SAE 80
Washer fluid
FULL
EMPTY
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Battery9-14 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
Do not fill above the t
op line because a spill
during driving could cause damage.The battery is weaker in cold temperatures.This has to do with its chemical and physicalproperties and is why a very cold battery,especially one with a low charge, will have ahard time starting your vehicle.It is recommended that you have your batteryand charging system checked by an autho-rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repairfacility of your choice before the start of coldweather. If necessary, have it charged. Thiswill provide more relia
ble starting, and longer
battery life.To disconnect the battery cable, stop theengine. Disconnect the
negative (-) terminal
first, then the positive (+) terminal. To recon-nect the battery, first
connect the positive (+)
terminal and then the negative (-) terminal,before starting the vehicle.During cold weather Disconnection and connection
NOTE
Open the terminal cover (A) before discon-necting or connecting
the positive (+) termi-
nal of the battery.
Loosen the nut (B) and then disconnect thebattery cable from the positive (+) terminal.WA R N I N GNever disconnect the battery while theengine is running, or you could damagethe vehicle’s electrical parts.Never short-circuit the battery. This couldcause it to overheat and be damaged.Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames awayfrom the battery because the battery couldexplode.Electrolyte (battery acid) is made of corro-sive diluted sulfuric acid. If it spills onnearby parts, it can crack, stain, or dis-color them. And if it gets on your skin orin your eyes, it can cause burns or blind-ness. Please observe the following han-dling instructions:NOTE
• If electrolyte gets on plastic parts orother nearby parts, wipe it off with a softcloth or chamois soak
ed in a solution of
water and neutral detergent then imme-diately rinse the affected parts withplenty of water.• If electrolyte gets on your hands orclothes, rinse thoroughly with water. Ifelectrolyte gets in
your eyes, flush them
with water immediately and get immedi-ate medical attention.
Open doors and wind
ows in any closed
space where you may be charging orworking with the battery.Always wear protective clothing and gog-gles when working with the battery, orhave a skilled automobile technician do it.If you are quick-ch
arging your battery,
first disconnect the battery cables.In order to prevent a
short-circuit, be sure
to disconnect the negative (-) terminalfirst, and reconnect it last.If the electrolyte level
is very low, have the
battery checked at an
authorized Mitsubi-
shi Motors dealer or
a repair facility of
your choice.Battery posts, terminals and related acces-sories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.WA R N I N G
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Brake pedal free play9-22 Vehicle care and maintenance
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To check the brake pedal free play (A), turnoff the engine and press the brake pedal sev-eral times with your foot. Then press thepedal down with your fi
ngers until you first
feel resistance.Brake pedal free play:.1 to .3 inch (3 to 8 mm)
If the free play is not within these limits, takeyour vehicle to an
authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice for adjustment.
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Check the parking brake lever travel occa-sionally. To check this, pull the lever upslowly and count the number of clicks of theratchet. Parking br
ake lever stroke:
5 to 7 notches (clicks)(Parking brake adjustment when pulled withthe force of 200 N)Also check to see if the lever stays gripped bythe ratchet after pulling.
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Check the wiper blades occasionally. Cleanthem regularly to remove
deposits of salt and
road film. Use a sponge or cloth and a milddetergent or non-abrasive
cleaner to clean the
blades and glass areas.Replace the blades if th
ey continue to streak
or smear.If the blades are frozen to the windshield orrear window, do not operate the wipers untilthe ice has melted and the blades are freed,otherwise the wiper mo
tor may be damaged.
Tire chains
CAUTIONTire chains cannot be used on your vehicle.The clearance between
the chains and the
body is not sufficient to allow proper clear-ance, and the vehicle body might be dam-aged.
Brake pedal free play
Parking brake lever stroke

(if so equipped)
WA R N I N GContinued operation
of the vehicle with
the parking brake leve
r out of adjustment
may result in the
vehicle moving when
unattended.
Wiper blades
NOTE
Do not run the wipers on dry glass for a longtime. This wears out
the rubber and can
scratch the glass.
During cold weather
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