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Mitsubishi Galant L4-2.4L (4G69) (2004)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Coolant: Specifications (page 4 of 4)

Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Galant
Engine
L4-2.4L (4G69)
Year
2004
Section
Fluids › Coolant
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 4 of 4
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5. Apply the designated sealant to the screw area of the cylinder block drain plug, and then tighten to the standard torque.

Specified sealant: 3M AAD Part No.8731 or equivalent
Tightening torque:

<2.4L Engine> 44 ± 5 Nm (33 ± 3 ft. lbs.)
<3.8L Engine> 39 ± 5 Nm (29 ± 3 ft. lbs.)

6. Securely tighten the radiator drain plug.
7. Assemble the radiator condenser tank assembly.

CAUTION: 
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Do not use alcohol or methanol anti-freeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol anti-freeze. The use of an improper
anti-freeze can cause corrosion of the aluminum components.

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If the coolant contact the PremAir Direct Ozone Reduction (DOR) radiator, wash it with water at once. <Vehicles for California emission
regulation> (2.4L Engine)

8. By referring to the section on coolant, select an appropriate concentration for safe operating temperature within the range of 30 to 60 %. Use

special tool MB991871 to refill the coolant. A convenient mixture is a 50 % water and 50 % antifreeze solution [freezing point: -31°C (-32.8°
F)
].
Recommended antifreeze: Long Life Antifreeze Coolant or an equivalent
Quantity:
<2.4L Engine> 7.7 dm3 (8.1 quarts) 
<3.8L Engine> 8.7 dm3 (9.2 quarts) 

NOTE:  For how to use special tool MB991871, refer to its manufacturer's instructions.

9. Reinstall the radiator cap.

10. Start the engine and let it warm up until the thermostat opens.
11. After repeatedly revving the engine up to 3,000 r/min several times, stop the engine.
12. Remove the radiator cap after the engine has cooled, and pour in coolant up to the brim. Reinstall the cap.

CAUTION:  Do not overfill the radiator condenser tank assembly.

13. Add coolant to the radiator condenser tank assembly between the "FULL" and "LOW" mark if necessary.

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