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Mitsubishi Expo Repair Questions and Answers
Question:
1994 Mitsubishi Expo mileage: 112,000. For
over four years I have had a problem with excessive oil
consumption. Dealerships I consulted in both Colorado
and Oregon either had not suggestion on how to solve the
problem or did unnecessary work (valve cover gasket and
engine seal replacement), which did nothing to solve the
problem. Just recently, I took the car to an
independent garage. They found that the engine
compression was normal and that a drip down test proved
inconclusive. However, they suggested that the oil
rings might be at fault. So I had them
replace the oil rings and do a ring job together with
all the had and valve work that such a job requires.
The result is that my oil consumption has gone from one
quart for every 150 miles to one quart for every 450
miles. This is an improvement. However, it
still seems excessive to me. Is there anything you
can suggest? Thank you.Answer: Check the auxiliary valves in the
cylinder head (the third valve). The seals on the
housing may be leaking allowing oil into the cylinders.
Question:
1994 Mitsubishi Expo mileage: 144,000. My
turn indicator switch located on the steering column
went out. I am tempted to fix it myself due to the
large expense to have it replaced. Do I need to
pull the steering column? This model has a driver
side airbag and that's the part that scares me. I
do have an expansive knowledge of car repair, but much
better on older models. Is there a website,
or manual that will help me in my dilemma?
Answer: Since you will be dealing with an air bag and the
potential injury it could cause, it would be a good idea
to have an experienced mechanic repair your car.
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