Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter requires you to use unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the emission-control effective- ness of the converter. Normally, the catalytic converter does not require maintenance. However, it is important to keep the engine properly tuned for the converter to continue to work properly.
To reduce the possibility of catalytic converter damage: ● Use UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY of the type of rec-
ommended in “Fuel selection”. ● Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level. Running
out of gas could damage the catalytic converter. ● Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle. If the battery is weak or run down, use jumper cables to properly start the engine.
● Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires discon- nected or removed, such as when performing diagnostic tests.
● Do not idle the engine for a long time if it is idling roughly or otherwise obviously malfunctioning.
● To prevent the catalytic converter from being damaged from unburned gas, do not race the engine when turning off the ignition switch.
● Stop driving the vehicle if you think the performance is noticeably low, or the engine has a malfunction. If you are not able to stop driving immediately, slow down and drive for only a short time. Have an inspection made by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.
● In unusual situations involving major engine problems, a burning odor may indicate severe and abnormal catalytic converter overheating. If this occurs, stop in a safe place, shut the engine off and let the vehicle cool. Once the engine is cool, immediately take your vehicle to an autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for service.
CAUTION! ● Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. If the engine malfunctions or misfires, or if your vehi- cle performance suffers, have it serviced promptly. Running your vehicle when it is overheated may result in damage to the converter and vehicle.
WARNING! ● Do not park or run your vehicle in areas where com-
bustible materials such as dry grass or leaves can come in contact with a hot exhaust, since a fire could occur.
● Do not put undercoat paint on the catalytic con- verter.
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