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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI2005LANCER L4-2.4L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEFLUIDSPOWER STEERING FLUIDSERVICE AND REPAIR
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.4L SOHC
Power Steering Fluid: Service and Repair
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
FLUID REPLACEMENT
1. Raise and support the front wheels.
2. Disconnect the return hose connection.
3. Connect a vinyl hose to the return hose, and drain the fluid into a container.
CAUTION: Be careful not to position the high-tension cable near the fuel rail.
4. Disconnect the high-tension cable.
5. While operating the starter motor intermittently, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left and right several times to drain all of the fluid.
6. Connect the return hose securely, and then secure with the clip.
7. Fill the oil reservoir with GENUINE MITSUBISHI POWER STEERING FLUID up to the lower position of the filler, and then bleed the air.
1. Raise and support the front wheels.
2. Disconnect the return hose connection.
3. Connect a vinyl hose to the return hose, and drain the fluid into a container.
CAUTION: Be careful not to position the high-tension cable near the fuel rail.
4. Disconnect the high-tension cable.
5. While operating the starter motor intermittently, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left and right several times to drain all of the fluid.
6. Connect the return hose securely, and then secure with the clip.
7. Fill the oil reservoir with GENUINE MITSUBISHI POWER STEERING FLUID up to the lower position of the filler, and then bleed the air.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.