Lancer LS L4-2.0L SOHC (2002)
Radiator Cap: All Technical Service Bulletins
Cooling System - Upper/Lower Radiator Hose Collapsed
No.: TSB-05-14-001
DATE: July, 2005
MODEL: See Below
SUBJECT:
RADIATOR HOSE COLLAPSED
PURPOSE
If the radiator cap's vent valve is stuck closed from corrosion contamination, the cooling system cannot pull coolant back from the reservoir. This may
cause the upper and/or lower radiator hose to collapse. If the radiator cap vent valve is stuck, change the coolant and replace the radiator cap.
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
2003-05 Outlander
2002-05 Lancer
PROCEDURE
1.
Verify that the upper and/or lower radiator hose is collapsed.
2.
Use a trim stick to gently attempt to lift the vent valve.
3.
If the vent valve is stuck, change the coolant as described in Group 14 of the appropriate service manual. Then replace the radiator cap with the
part listed in the PARTS INFORMATION section of this bulletin.
NOTE:
Do not replace the thermostat for a collapsed radiator hose.
PARTS INFORMATION
Use the Genuine Mitsubishi Part listed below:
WARRANTY INFORMATION
