Mitsubishi — Using the engine after long-term storage
Operation
From a Mitsubishi owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- To crank the engine, shut off the fuel supply to the engine and operate the starter.
Procedure
- Remove the cover from the engine.
- Connect a fully charged battery.
- Remove the covers from the starters and alternator.
- Adjust the tension of the V-belt.
- Remove sealing tapes from the openings of the engine.
- Drain rust-preventive oil and pour in appropriate engine oil.
- Fill the fuel tank with fuel and bleed the fuel system.
- Inspect the entire engine.
- Remove the rocker covers and lubricate the valve mechanisms.
- Shut off the fuel supply and crank the engine about 10 seconds; repeat 3 times at intervals of about 1 minute.
- Make sure the engine oil pressure rises.
- Start the engine and conduct warm-up operation for a sufficient duration.
- Apply load and increase engine speed to the rated speed.
Source: Mitsubishi owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.