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Fuel - Slow Fill/Premature Fuel Nozzle Shut-Off

No.: TSB-01-13-011

DATE: November, 2001

MODEL: 2001-2002 Galant

SUBJECT:
SLOW FUEL FILL AND/OR PREMATURE FUEL NOZZLE SHUT-OFF

PURPOSE

On some affected vehicles, when filling the tank with fuel, the fuel nozzle may shut off prematurely and/or the fuel may fill slowly. This condition is typically due to an improper air gap inside the fuel filler liquid separator. Follow the instructions in this bulletin if a customer complains of this condition.

AFFECTED VEHICLES
2001-2002 Galant models produced before 7/11/01

PROCEDURE

If a customer complains of slow fuel fill and/or premature fuel nozzle shut off when filling the fuel tank:





1. Inspect for kinks or restrictions inside the vapor hose shown (between the tank and the fuel filler neck). Correct as needed.

2. Replace the fuel filler neck assembly.

PARTS INFORMATION





Use the Genuine Mitsubishi Part as shown.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Normal warranty procedures apply.