Target Audience:
Enthusiast drivers, rally-inspired performance buyers, and professional technicians servicing high-performance AWD sedans
Segment:
Compact high-performance AWD sedan
Competitive Advantage:
Supercharged-class turbocharged AWD performance with active center differential and factory-tuned chassis dynamics at a price below European rivals
Key Rivals:
Subaru WRX STI, Mazdaspeed3, Volkswagen Golf R / R32
Engine:
4B11T 2.0L turbocharged inline-4
Drivetrain:
S-AWC all-wheel control with ACD, AYC and sport ABS
Transmission Options:
5-speed manual or 6-speed TC-SST dual-clutch (MR)
Manual Type:
Factory workshop / service manual
Intended Use:
Dealer-level diagnostics, repair and overhaul procedures
Page Count:
N/A - full multi-volume factory set, page count not specified
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download after purchase
Binding:
Digital (no physical binding)
Compatibility:
Printable on standard printers; viewable on PC, tablet and phone
Engine:
4B11T engine: cylinder head, block, turbocharger, cooling, lubrication and fuel systems
Engine Mechanical:
Timing chain, valve clearances, compression testing, complete teardown and rebuild
Fuel & Emissions:
Fuel injection (MPI), fuel tank, delivery lines, evaporative emission system
Turbocharger & Intercooler:
Turbo removal/refit, wastegate actuator, intercooler piping and charge-air leak diagnosis
Transmission:
5-speed manual (5MT): disassembly, synchro and gear replacement, rebuild clearances
Transmission:
TC-SST dual-clutch: clutch packs, hydraulic/electronic control, gear trains
Drivetrain:
Front/rear differentials, transfer case, drive shafts, halfshafts and CV joints
AWC Systems:
Active Center Differential (ACD), Active Yaw Control (AYC), S-AWC wiring and sensors
Suspension:
MacPherson front struts, multilink rear, alignment specs, bushings and ball joints
Brakes:
Brembo front/rear calipers, disc machining specs, pad replacement, sport ABS bleed procedure
Steering:
Electric power steering (EPS) column, torque sensor diagnosis, rack inspection
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, ETACS-ECU, starting/charging, exterior and interior lighting
HVAC:
Automatic climate control, blower, compressor, refrigerant charge and leak testing
Body & Exterior:
Panels, bumpers, front seats, glass, mirrors, wipers and washer systems
Restraints:
SRS airbags, seatbelt pretensioners, diagnostic codes and safe service procedures
Diagnostics:
M.U.T.-III scan tool procedures, DTC tables and symptom charts
Torque Specifications:
Full fastener torque tables throughout every section
Special Tools:
Required special service tool listings with part numbers
Scheduled Maintenance:
Interval charts and fluid capacities
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete circuit diagrams with connector locations
Technical Depth:
Dealer level: detailed specifications, tolerances, wear limits and step-by-step overhaul
Parts Information:
OEM part names, exploded diagrams and tightening order references
Illustrations:
Factory line drawings and exploded component views
Audience:
Suitable for both professional technicians and experienced DIY owners
๐ Manual Specifications
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android โ any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A โ digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A โ digital download, no physical paper
โ๏ธ Engine Specifications
Type:
2.0L turbocharged DOHC 16-valve inline-4 with MIVEC
Bore x Stroke:
86.0 mm x 86.0 mm
Compression Ratio:
9.0 : 1
Forced Induction:
Single turbocharger with front-mount intercooler
Horsepower:
291 hp @ 6,500 rpm (GSR), 295 hp (MR, SAE net)
Torque:
300 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
Redline:
Approx. 7,000 rpm
Fuel System:
Electronic multi-point fuel injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Premium unleaded (91+ octane required)
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approx. 14.5 gal (55 L)
Standard (GSR):
5-speed manual with same-synchro-mesh gears
Standard (MR):
6-speed TC-SST dual-clutch automated manual
Optional:
6-speed Twin Clutch Sport Shift Transmission (TC-SST) with Normal, Sport and S-Sport modes
Drivetrain:
Full-time all-wheel drive with Active Center Differential (ACD)
AWC:
Active Yaw Control (AYC) rear differential and sport ABS as part of S-AWC
Clutch:
Single dry-plate clutch (5MT); dual wet clutch (TC-SST)
Final Drive:
N/A - ratio not specified for this model
NHTSA Rating:
N/A - not specified for this model
IIHS Rating:
N/A - not specified for this model
ABS:
Sport-tuned 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
Traction Control:
Active Stability Control (ASC) with traction control
AWC Safety Integration:
S-AWC (ACD/AYC) stability enhancement
Brakes:
Brembo 4-piston front / 2-piston rear ventilated disc brakes
Airbags:
Dual front, front side and side curtain airbags
Restraints:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters
Structure:
Reinforced RISE unibody construction
Oil & Filter:
Approx. every 7,500 km / 5,000 miles (severe use: more frequent)
Air Filter:
Inspect at regular intervals; replace as required
Spark Plugs:
Replace per factory interval chart
Coolant:
Inspect at intervals; replace per factory schedule (long-life coolant)
AWC/Differential Fluids:
Inspect/change per severe-use schedule; critical for ACD/AYC units
Engine Oil:
N/A - refer to manual for approved grade (typically 5W-30 synthetic)
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Genuine DiaQueen or equivalent per manual
TC-SST Fluid:
Genuine DiaQueen SST fluid (do not substitute)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 (Brembo system)
Fuel:
Premium unleaded, 91+ octane
Known Issues / Common Wear
Turbocharger:
Monitor charge-air piping for boost leaks; heat-soak management
Clutch (5MT):
Premature wear with aggressive launch use
ACD/AYC:
Fluid changes critical; sensor faults can disable S-AWC
Brakes:
Brembo pads and discs are normal wear items under performance driving
Manufacturer:
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, Japan
Lineage:
Evolution nameplate originated in 1992 as a rally homologation model based on the Lancer
Rally Heritage:
Multiple World Rally Championship drivers' titles in the late 1990s
Generation:
Evolution X is the tenth generation (2008-2016)
New Platform:
First Evo on the global Lancer platform with the new 4B11T engine replacing the 4G63T
Key Innovation:
Introduction of the TC-SST dual-clutch transmission and S-AWC system
Production Location:
Japan
Production Years:
2008-2016 (this manual covers 2008 launch year)