General - Service Information

• How To Use This Service Information
  • Maintenance, Repair And Servicing Explanations
  • On-Vehicle Service
  • Service Procedures
  • Definition Of Terms
    • Standard Value
    • Limit
    • Reference Value
  • Danger, Warning, And Caution
  • Tightening Torque Indication
  • Special Tool Note
  • Abbreviations
  • Explanation Of Service Information Contents
• Troubleshooting Guidelines
  • Verify The Complaint
  • Determine Possible Causes
  • Find The Problem
  • Repair The Problem
  • Verify The Repair
• How To Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points
  • Troubleshooting Contents
    • Notes
    • Standard Flow Of Diagnostic Troubleshooting
    • System Operation And Symptom Verification Tests
    • Diagnostic Function
    • Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
    • Symptom Chart
    • Diagnostic Trouble Code Procedures
    • Symptom Procedures
    • Service Data Reference Table
    • Check At Ecu Terminals
      • Notes
      • Terminal Voltage Checks
      • Terminal Resistance And Continuity Checks
    • Inspection Procedures Using An Oscilloscope
  • How To Use The Inspection Procedures
    • Notes
    • Harness Inspection
    • Measures To Take After Replacing The Ecu
  • Connector Measurement Service Points
    • Notes
    • If Inspecting With The Connector Connected <Waterproof Connectors>
    • If Inspecting With The Connector Connected <Ordinary (Non-Waterproof) Connectors>
    • If Inspecting With The Connector Disconnected
  • Connector Inspection Service Points
    • Visual Inspection
    • Connector Pin Inspection
    • Connector Engagement Inspection
  • How To Cope With Intermittent Malfunctions
    • Notes
    • Ask The Customer About The Malfunction
    • Determine The Conditions From The Customer's Responses
    • Use Simulation Test
    • Verify The Intermittent Malfunction Is Eliminated
    • Simulation Tests
  • How To Treat Past Trouble
  • Inspection Service Points For A Blown Fuse
• Vehicle Identification
  • Vehicle Identification Number Plate
    • Vehicles Identification Number Location <Except Vehicles For MEXICO>
    • Code Chart
    • Vehicle Identification Number List
      • Vehicles For USA
  • Vehicle Identification Number Plate
    • Vehicles Identification Number Location
      • Notes
      • Code Chart
    • Vehicle Identification Number List
  • Chassis Number
    • Notes
    • Chassis Number Code Chart
  • Vehicle Identification Code Plate
    • Notes
    • Code Chart
  • Tire And Loading Information Placard
  • Engine Model Stamping
• General Data And Specifications
  • General Data And Specifications <Lancer>
  • General Data And Specifications <Lancer SPORTBACK>
• Precautions Before Service
  • Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
  • Servicing Electrical System
  • How To Shift Lock Forced Release
  • Scan Tool (Multi Use Tester {M.U.T.-III} Sub Assembly)
  • How To Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Writing
    • Notes
    • Screen flow of scan tool (M.U.T.-III)
    • Writing Procedure
    • VIN Writing Steps For WCM And Kos-Ecu
  • Coding List
    • Notes
    • Variant Coding
    • Option Coding
  • Initialization Procedure For Learning Value In MFI Engine
    • Notes
    • Initialization Procedure
  • Engine Idling Learning Procedure
    • Purpose
    • Learning Procedure
    • Initialization Procedure For Throttle Actuator Control Motor
  • Timing Chain Learned Value Reset
  • Battery Current Sensor Calibration
    • Purpose
    • Learning Procedure
  • Form-In-Place Gasket (FIPG)
    • Notes
    • Disassembly
    • Gasket Surface Cleaning
    • Application Procedure
  • Bolts And Nuts With Stabilizer For Coefficient Of Friction
  • Precautions For Installation Of On-Vehicle Radio Transmission Equipment
  • Application Of Anti-Corrosion Agents And Undercoats
  • Vehicle Washing
• Towing And Hoisting
  • Wrecker Towing Recommendation Front Towing Pickup <Fwd>
  • Front Towing Pickup <AWD>
  • Rear Towing Pickup
  • Towing When Keys Are Not Available
  • Safety Precautions
  • Lifting, Jacking Support Location Floor Jack
  • Post Type
• Lubrication And Maintenance
  • Notes
  • Maintenance Schedules
  • Severe Service
  • Engine Oil
  • Lubricants And Greases
  • Fuel Usage Statement
  • Gasoline Containing Alcohol
  • Gasoline Containing Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE)
  • Materials Added To Fuel
• Recommended Lubricants And Lubricant Capacities Table
  • Notes
  • Lubricant Selection
    • Engine Oil
    • Oil Viscosity
• Scheduled Maintenance Table
  • • Selecting The Proper Maintenance Schedule
      • Notes
      • Schedule 1
      • Schedule 2
  • • Scheduled Maintenance Service For Emission Control And Proper Vehicle Performance
• Maintenance Service
  • Fuel System (Tank, Pipe Line And Connection, And Fuel Tank Filler Tube Cap)
    • Check For Leaks
  • Fuel Hoses
    • Check Condition
  • Air Cleaner Element
    • Replace
  • Evaporative Emission Control System (Except Evaporative Emission Canister)
    • Check For Leaks And Clogging
  • Spark Plugs (Iridium-Tipped Type)
    • Replace
  • Intake And Exhaust Valve Clearance
    • Inspect And Adjust
  • Drive Belt (For The Generator And Power Steering Oil Pump)
    • Check Condition
  • Exhaust System (Connection Portion Of Muffler, Muffler Pipes And Converter Heat Shields)
    • Check And Service
  • Engine Oil
    • Change
  • Engine Oil Filter
    • Notes
    • Engine Oil Filter Selection
    • Engine Oil Filter Replacement
  • Transaxle Oil
    • Check Oil Level And Condition
      • Transaxle Oil Level Check
      • Transaxle Oil Change
  • Transmission (CVT) Fluid
    • Check Fluid Level And Condition
    • Change
  • Transfer Oil (Check Oil Level And Condition/Change)
    • Notes
    • Change
  • Engine Coolant
    • Change
  • Coolant Hoses (Radiator Hose, Heater Hose)
    • Inspect
  • Disk Brake Pads And Rotors
    • Inspect For Wear
      • Brake Pad Check
      • Brake Disc Thickness Check
    • Brake Disc Run-Out Check And Correction
  • Rear Drum Brake Linings And Rear Wheel Cylinders
    • Inspect For Wear And Leaks
      • Brake Lining Thickness Check
      • Brake Drum Inside Diameter Check
      • Rear Wheel Cylinders Check
  • Brake Hoses
    • Check For Deterioration Or Leaks
  • Ball Joint And Steering Linkage Seals
    • Inspect For Grease Leaks And Damage
  • Drive Shaft Boots
    • Inspect For Grease Leaks And Damage
  • Suspension System
    • Inspect For Looseness And Damage
  • Rear Axle Oil (Check Oil Level)
  • Tires
    • Rotate
  • Clean Air Filter
    • Replace
• Main Sealant And Adhesive Table