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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS

Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.

Acura

Integra

When replacing compressor drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 5.0 oz. minus amount drained from old unit, but do not add more than 1.7 oz. of oil.

When replacing other system components add the following amount of new oil...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Brake Booster Pushrod
Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS

Brake Booster Pushrod

  • Remove master cylinder as outlined under "Component Replacement," then proceed as follows:
    • Measure distance between master cylinder end face and piston, Fig. . Position a square(straight scale) against edge of master cylinder, then measure and subtract thickness of the square to determine dimension B.
    • Find dimension C by measuring distance between brake booster mounting surface an...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Mitsubishi -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1989-06 Except 1989 w/2.0L & 2.6L Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS

Normal S...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS

Front

Do not strike ABS rotors or outer race of driveshaft against other parts when removing or installing driveshaft. Use care not to strike pole piece at tip of front wheel speed sensor with tools when servicing vehicle.

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Remove drain plug and drain transaxle fluid in suitable container.
  • Remove wheel hub cotter pin, nut, and washer. Do not apply pressure to wheel bearing from vehicle weight to avoid possible damage when driveshaft nut is loosened.
  • On models equi...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Remove side under cover.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove harness bracket.
  • Remove connector bracket.
  • Remove connector and B+ terminal...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mitsubishi -> 1999-2005 Galant & 2000-05 Eclipse
Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 7,500 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Remove the glove compartment.
  • Through the glove compartment opening, remove the cabin air filter cover.
  • Pull ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Mitsubishi -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ->
Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS

Immediately after the ignition switch is placed in the On position, the MIL will light for 5 seconds to indicate proper operation. The MIL will illuminate to indicate an emission control item fault. After diagnosis and repair are complete, place the ignition switch in the Off position, then clear st...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 3.0 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water inlet.
  • Remove hose from water inlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2002 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Rear Suspension Components Diagram for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant  3.0 V6 GASRear Suspension Components Diagram for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 3.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Knuckle
  • Hub
  • ABS Rotor
  • Unit Bearing
  • Engine Compartment Diagram for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant  3.0 V6 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Splice S-010
  • Splice S-011
  • Splice S-012
  • Splice S-013
  • Splice S-022
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 Mitsubishi Galant  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Sunroof Switch
  • 2002 Mitsubishi Galant  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Mitsubishi Galant 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Key Reminder Switch
  • Ignition Key Hole Illumination Light
  • ETACS ECU
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2002 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BUFFETING OR BOOMING NOISE WITH WINDOWS DOWN
    Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
  • Document: TPMS LAMP ILLUMINATED IN COLD WEATHER
    Vehicle: 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2002 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2002 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2002 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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