Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse SEFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Learning Procedure
- Start the engine and warm-up the engine coolant temperature to 80°C (176°F) or higher.
- When the engine coolant temperature is 80°C (176°F) or more, additional warm-up is not needed if the ignition switch is in the "ON" position once.
- Place the ignition switch in the "LOCK" (OFF) position and stop the engine.
- After 10 seconds or more, start the engine again.
- For 10 minutes, idle the engine under the conditions shown below and then confirm the engine idles normally.
- Transaxle: Neutral (P range on vehicles with A/T)
- A/C and other ignition-related items: OFF
- Engine coolant temperature: 80°C (176°F) or more
NOTE: When the engine stalls during idling, check the dirtiness (on the throttle valve) of the throttle body and then perform the service from Procedure 1 again.
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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.