Mitsubishi Electric Lancer Evolution-VII Workshop Manual page 1438

GENERAL - GENERAL -
Approx.
40 cm
Precautions Before Service Precautions Before Service
SERVICING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Before replacing a component related to the electrical system
and before undertaking any repair procedures involving the
electrical system, be sure to first disconnect the negative
( - ) cable from the battery in order to avoid damage caused
by short-circuiting.
Caution
Before connecting or disconnecting the negative ( - ) cable,
be sure to turn off the ignition switch and the lighting
switch.
(If this is not done, there is the possibility of
semiconductor parts being damaged.)
APPLICATION OF ANTI-CORROSION AGENTS
AND UNDERCOATS
If oil or grease gets onto the oxygen sensor, it will cause
a drop in the performance of the sensor.
Cover the oxygen sensor with a protective cover when applying
anti-corrosion agents and undercoats.
PRE-INSPECTION CONDITION
"Pre-inspection condition" refers to the condition that the
vehicle must be in before proper engine inspection can be
carried out. If you see the words "Set the vehicle to the
pre-inspection condition". in this manual, it means to set the
vehicle to the following condition.
Engine coolant temperature: 80 to 90_C
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Lamps, electric cooling fan and all accessories: OFF
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M/T: Neutral
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A/T: P range
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VEHICLE WASHING
If high-pressure car-washing equipment or steam car-washing
equipment is used to wash the vehicle, be sure to note the
following information in order to avoid damage to plastic
components, etc.
Spray nozzle distance: Approx. 40 cm or more
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Spray pressure: 3,900 kPa or less
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Spray temperature: 82_C or less
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Time of concentrated spray to one point: within 30 sec.
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