Mitsubishi 1989 Galant, Service Manual

Page: 47 / 1273

GENERAL
Maintenance Service
2. Inspect the wheel cylinder boots for evidence of a brake
fluid leak. Visually check the boots for cuts, tears or
heat cracks. (A slight amount of fluid on the boot may
not be a leak, but may be preservative fluid used at
assembly.)
Checking the Brake Shoes for Wear.
o f l i n i n g
Limit: 1.0 mm in.)
HOSES (Check for deterioration or
leaks)
MOOSBHA
Inspection of brake hoses and tubing should be included in
all brake service operations.
The hoses should be checked for:
1. Correct length, severe surface cracking, pulling, scuf-
fing or worn spots. (If the fabric casing of the hoses is
exposed by cracks of abrasion in the rubber hose cover,
the hoses should be replaced. Eventual deterioration of
hose may occur with possible bursting failure.)
2. Faulty installation, casing twisting or interference with
wheel, tire of chassis.
AND STEERING LINKAGE SEALS
(Inspect for grease leaks and damage)
These components, which are permanently lubricated
at the factory, do not require periodic lubrication.
Damaged seals and boots should be replaced to
prevent leakage or contamination of the grease.
2. Inspect
the dust
cover and boots for proper sealing,
leakage and damage. Replace them if defective.
SHAFT BOOTS (Inspect for grease leaks
and damage)
components, which are permanently lubricated
at the factory, do not require periodic lubrication.
Damaged boots should be replaced to prevent leakage
or contamination of the grease.
2. Inspect the boots for proper sealing, leakage and
damage. Replace it if defective.
AXLE (Inspect oil level)-AWD
Remove the filler plug and inspect the oil level at bottom of
filler hole. If the oil level is slightly below the filler hole, it is
in satisfactory condition.
SYSTEM (CONNECTION PORTION
OF MUFFLER, PIPING AND CONVERTER HEAT
SHIELDS) (Check and service as
1. Check for holes and gas leaks due to damage, corro-
sion, etc.
2. Check the joints and connections for looseness gas
leaks.
3. Check the hanger rubber and brackets for damage.
TSB Revision