Recall - A/T Cooler Line Replacement
No.: SR-01-005DATE: March, 2001
MODEL:
1999-2001 Galant
2000-01 Eclipse
2001 Eclipse Spyder
SUBJECT:
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER HOSE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT - SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN
PURPOSE
Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc. (MMSA) is voluntarily recalling certain 1999-2001 Galant, 2000-2001 Eclipse, and 2001 Eclipse Spyder vehicles to replace the automatic transmission oil cooler hose assemblies.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The manufacturing process for the automatic transmission oil cooler hoses allowed a weakness to be present in the internal hose reinforcement. Over time this weakness can cause leakage of the automatic transmission fluid (ATF). ATF leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
This recall bulletin includes all vehicles listed below, both 2.4 L4 and 3.0 V-6, equipped with automatic transaxle.
1999-2001 Galant built between May 1998 and November 2000
2000-01 Eclipse built between May 1999 and November 2000
2001 Eclipse Spyder built between January and November 2000
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
A letter will be sent to all owners of affected vehicles telling them to bring their vehicle to their Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have the automatic transmission oil cooler hose assembly replaced.
A copy of the customer notification letter appears in this bulletin.
REQUIRED OPERATIONS
Before starting the PROCEDURES section of this bulletin, CHECK ON THE WARRANTY SUPERSCREEN to verify that the vehicle is an affected VIN for this campaign and that this campaign procedure has not already been completed.
IMPORTANT
Affected inventory vehicles must be inspected/re paired before the vehicle is sold Dealers must check their inventory vehicles' VINs on the Warranty Super Screen to verify whether the vehicle is an affected VIN for this recall campaign.
PROCEDURE
1. Squeeze then slide each of the 4 hose clamps off the hose fitting, moving it toward the center of the hose.
NOTE:
For easier clamp removal, use needle-nose pliers with a 3 inch long jaw to squeeze the clamps.
2. Place a drain pan under the transmission oil cooler hose assembly to catch any fluid that may be lost when the hoses are removed.
3. Carefully twist and pull the hoses from the fittings. For 1999 Galant only, go to Step 4. For all other vehicles, go to Step 5.
4. Bracket Removal - 1999 Galant ONLY (All 2000-01 vehicles use existing bracket) Remove the oil cooler hose bracket from the lower edge of the radiator. It will be replaced with a new bracket included in the parts kit.
5. In preparation for installation, position a new clamp from the hose kit onto each of the 4 ends of the new hose assembly.
6. Install the hose assembly making sure that each of the 4 ends is secure on its fitting.
7. Squeeze and slide each of the new clamps into its proper position. Make sure each clamp is tight on the hose and fitting.
8. Bracket Installation - 1999 Galant ONLY (All 2000-01 vehicles use existing bracket) Install the new bracket from the kit onto the lower edge of the radiator using the existing bolt from the original bracket. Bolt torque is 4.9 Nm (43 in-lb).
9. Secure the new hose into the bracket (existing bracket on 2000-01 vehicles, new bracket on 1999 Galant).
10. Add ATF to replace fluid lost when the old hose assembly was removed. Test drive the vehicle, then check the hose connections to make sure there are no leaks before returning the vehicle to the customer.
11. Check the ATF level again, adding ATF if necessary.
PARTS INFORMATION
A small supply of AY Oil Cooler Hose Assembly Recall Kits will be allocated to dealers who received affected vehicles. Orders for additional kits can be placed through the normal parts system.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT:
Submit as a type - "C" Claim
Please refer to the sample warranty screens in this bulletin.
A/T Oil Cooler Hose Assembly Replacement
Labor Operation No. C0104CXX Time Allowance: 0.4 hr.
Additional Materials: None
RECALL CAMPAIGN CLAIM PARTS AND LABOR DETAIL INFO SCREEN