Mitsubishi Eclipse 1990 Service Manual page 48

GENERAL
Maintenance
4.
Before removing dipstick, wipe all dirt from area around
dipstick. Then take out the dipstick and check the condition
of the fluid.
Further investigation of the transaxle is necessary if,
the fluid smells burnt.
the fluid color is brown or black.
metal particles can be seen or felt on the dipstick.
5. Check to see if fluid level is in "HOT" range on dipstick.
If fluid level is low, add ATF until level reaches "HOT"
range. Low fluid level can cause a variety of conditions
because it allows pump to take in air along with fluid.
Air trapped in hydraulic circuit forms bubbles which make
fluid spongy.
Therefore, pressures will be erratic.
Improper filling can also raise fluid level too high. When
transaxle has too much fluid, gears churn up foam and
cause same conditions which occur with low fluid level,
resulting in accelerated deterioration of ATF.
In either case, air bubbles can cause overheating, fluid
-oxidation, which can interfere with normal valve, clutch,
and servo operation. Foaming can also result in fluid
escaping from transaxle vent where it may be mistaken
for a leak.
6. Be sure to examine fluid on dipstick closely.
(Change fluid)
Engine (Non-turbo)>
1. Place a drain container with a large opening, under the
transaxle oil pan.
2. Loosen the pan bolts and tap the
to break it loose allowing fluid to drain, then remove the
oil pan.
3. Install a new filter and O-ring on bottom of the valve
body.
4. Clean the oil pan and magnet.
Apply the specified sealant to the oil pan.
Specified sealant:
Loctite 18718 or equivalent
Tighten the oil pan mounting bolts to the specified torque:
Tightening torque:
Nm (14
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