Five problems related to engine belts and pulleys have been reported for the 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Air conditioner belt has busted 3 times. If engine pulley sits still too long it wears belt out if not repaired in time. Dealer was notified. Please add more information.
Lower front ball joints had a lot of play. Vehicle was making loud noises when making turns. Taking vehicle to dealership to have mechanic check it. There was a recall regarding the ball joints, 00v421001, however dealer stated consumer's vehicle did not qualify for recall, consumer is requesting reimbursement. Transmission was replaced. Timing belt was replaced.
On numerous occasions, oil dipstick registered empty, dealer replaced water pump, rear main seal, crankshaft and a/c p/s belts and valves, oil also leaking at the distribtor around the intake manifold.
On numerous occasions, oil dipstick registered empty, dealer replaced water pump, rear main seal, crankshaft and a/c p/s belts and valves, oil also leaking at the distribtor around the intake manifold.
While driving the vehicle in rainy weather it stopped without warning. After vehicle was towed to a body shop, mechanic found problem not water related. The lower pulley; crankshaft came apart, cutting two belts. Problem has been corrected at owner's expense. Please provide any further details.