An MPV-like family car, the Space Wagon from Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi was marketed from 1983 for twenty years. The vehicle went through three generationsThe most recent, launched in 1997, sold just 20,000 units, prompting the brand to cease production.
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Mitsubishi Space Wagon features: what you need to know
The Space Wagon features a transmission that can be front-wheel drive. In this case, engine power is distributed to the vehicle's front wheels, ensuring better roadholding (especially when cornering) and lower fuel consumption. lower fuel consumption than with rear-wheel drive.
More surprisingly for this market segment, the Space Wagon can also be equipped with all-wheel drive, all four wheels are drivenand the Mitsubishi gearbox gearbox also requires a transfer case, so that power is distributed appropriately.
The gearbox can be manual with five gears, but an automatic version is available as an option. In this case, the gearbox features four speed ratios.
Last but not least, the Space Wagon consumes a lot of transmission oil. transmission oil and engine oil. You need to be particularly vigilant on this point.
Transmission oil monitoring for a healthy gearbox
Pay attention to transmission oil level
More modern gearboxes generally require a transmission oil change every 60,000 kilometers or two years for automatic transmissions, and every five years for manual transmissions.
As the Space Wagon is an older model, and particularly greedy for transmission oil, it is important to regularly inspect the quantity and quality of the fluid in the reservoir, and schedule more regular maintenance.
The gauge inside has two level indicators If the transmission oil is below these marks, it's time to top up. Take this opportunity to visually inspect the oil. If it's blackened an oil change oil change.
Transmission oil (sometimes called gearbox oil) ensures adequate lubrication of all the parts making up the system. its detergent properties also enable the various components to clean themselves. So, when the oil is black, it means it's saturated with metal particles and can no longer perform its function properly. can no longer perform its functions properly.
Change gearbox oil
You can change the transmission oil yourself with a minimum of tools. To do this, the car should be parked on a flat surface and raised. After placing a drip tray under the oil sumpthen unscrew the drain plug and allow the fluid to drain out. You may need to replace the O-ring. Using a funnel, pour the new oil into the reservoir.
Please to follow the manufacturer's You can find the specifications for your model in the vehicle maintenance booklet.
When you have finished, let the motor run without moving to let the fluid allow the fluid to circulate then take care to engage each gear, one at a time (don't forget reverse). After switching off the ignition check for leaks under the car.
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If your gearbox breaks down despite regular maintenance regular maintenanceyou'll need to call in a professional mechanic. Only he will be able to identify the precise cause of the problem before repairs.. While most problems can be solved in the garage, some more advanced cases will require you to proceed with complete replacement of the gearbox.
Given the age of the Space Wagon, buying new is impossible. However, the second-hand market should be avoided, as you can't check the quality of the product you're buying until you've had it installed in your car.
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