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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97 -> Refrigerant Recovery
Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant ES 2.4 L4 GAS

R-134a systems require the use of special service equipment designed specifically for R-134a systems. R-12 servicing equipment cannot be used on R-134a systems.

R-12 recovery stations cannot be used on R-134a systems. A separate recovery station must be used on R-134a systems. The refrigerants are not compatible and will contaminate the R-12 recovery station.

The use of refrigerant recovery and recycling stations allows the recovery and reuse of refrigerant after contaminants and moisture have been removed.

When using a recovery or recycling station...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant LS 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Run engine for two minutes, then turn engine off. Depress brake pedal slowly several times.
  • Pedal should go down farther the first time and rise gradually the second and third time, Fig. . If pedal height remains the same booster is faulty.
  • With engine off, depress brake pedal several times, Fig. . There should be ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Mitsubishi -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1994-97 Galant w/Gasoline Engine -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant LS 2.4 L4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Remove the rear seat.
  • Remove the floor protector to disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector.
  • Start the engine and let run until is stalls.
  • Place the ignition switch in Off position.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Connect the fuel pump electrical connector.
  • Install the protector and rear seat.

Removal & Installation

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant LS 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 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.
  • Remove stabilizer link ball joint and dampner for conne...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Disconnect starter cables.
  • Remove star...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Mitsubishi -> Air Bag Warning Lamp -> Except 2006-09 Raider
Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant ES 2.4 L4 GAS

The diagnosis unit monitors the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and stores data concerning any faults detected in the system. When the ignition key is in the On or Start positions, the lamp should illuminate for approximately 7 seconds, then turn off. This indicates the system is operating proper...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Remove radiator drain plug and drain coolant.
  • Remove radiator cap, then the overflow tube.
  • Remove upper and lower coolant hoses from radiator.
  • On models equipped with automatic transaxle,disconnect fluid cooler line...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant LS 2.4 L4 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 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Door Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant LS 2.4 L4 GASDoor Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant LS 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Power Window Switch Rear Right
  • Power Window Switch Rear Left
  • Power Window Motor Rear Right
  • Power Window Motor Rear Left
  • Connector F-01
  • Relay Locations Diagram for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE 2.4 L4 GASRelay Locations Diagram for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Relay
  • MFI Relay
  • Tailgate Relay
  • Defogger Relay
  • Fog Light Relay
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • 1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Seat Belt
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Mitsubishi Galant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BUFFETING OR BOOMING NOISE WITH WINDOWS DOWN
    Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant LS 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
  • Document: DIAGNOSING FUEL TRIM CODES: P0171 - "BANK 1 LEAN" & P0174 - "BANK 2 LEAN"
    Vehicle: 1997 Mitsubishi Galant LS 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Mitsubishi Galant AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 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 1997 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 1997 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 1997 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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