Installation (Lancer)

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NOTE: Poor idling may result if throttle body gasket is installed incorrectly.

When installing throttle body, install NEW throttle body gasket and ensure gasket is oriented correctly. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 . Adjust accelerator cable. See ACCELERATOR CABLE in ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article.
Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Fill and bleed cooling system. See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING under COOLING SYSTEM. Check basic idle speed and adjust as necessary. See BASIC IDLE SPEED under IDLE SPEED & MIXTURE in ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS article.

Fig 1: Identifying Correct Orientation Of Throttle Body Gasket (Lancer - With Auto-Cruise Control System)

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

Fig 2: Identifying Correct Orientation Of Throttle Body Gasket (Lancer - Without Auto-Cruise Control System)

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.