General Maintenance - Mitsubishi Outlander 2017 Owner's Manual

NOTE
 To meet government regulations and pro-
mote cleaner air, your vehicle is equipped
with an onboard diagnostic system (OBD).
The engine electronic control module that
controls OBD functions stores various data
(especially about the exhaust emissions).
This data will be erased if the battery cable is
disconnected, which could make a rapid
diagnosis difficult. Do not disconnect the
battery cable when the engine malfunction
indicator ("SERVICE ENGINE SOON" or
"Check engine light") is ON.
Spark plugs
Spark plugs must fire properly to ensure
proper engine performance and emission-
control.
Do not reuse spark plugs by cleaning or
regapping. Spark plugs should be replaced at
the mileage specified in the "WARRANTY
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL".
NOTE
 Use the recommended or equivalent spark
plugs listed under "Engine specifications" on
page 11-6. Use of other plugs could cause
engine damage, loss of performance or radio
noise.
Fuel hoses
Check the hose surfaces for any heat and
mechanical damage, hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts and abrasions. Pay spe-
cial attention to the hoses closest to high heat
sources such as the exhaust manifold. Check
all the hose connections, such as clamps and
couplings, to make sure they are secure and
that there are no leaks. If you see any wear or
damage, replace the hoses immediately.
Intake valve clearance
Have the valve clearance checked at an
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authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer at the
mileage specified in the "WARRANTY AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL".
If the engine sounds abnormally loud, have
adjustments made
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Fuel system (tank, pipe line and
connection, and fuel tank filler
cap)
Check these regularly for damage or leaks in
the fuel lines and connections. Check the fuel
tank filler cap for damage or looseness. Pay
special attention to the fuel lines closest to
high heat sources such as the exhaust mani-
fold.
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WARNING
 If you see a fuel leak or if you smell fuel,
do not run the engine. Any spark (includ-
ing from the ignition), flame or smoking
material could cause an explosion or fire.
Call an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice
for assistance.
Evaporative emission control
system (except evaporative
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emission canister)
If the fuel-vapor vent line is clogged or dam-
aged, the fuel-vapor mixture will escape, pol-
luting the air.
by an authorized
Have the system checked at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer at the mileage spec-
ified in the "WARRANTY AND MAINTE-
NANCE MANUAL".

General maintenance

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The next pages list the maintenance service
recommended by Mitsubishi Motors Corpo-
ration. In addition to the general maintenance
that needs to be performed at the times listed,
Vehicle care and maintenance
General maintenance
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