Target Audience:
Families and fleet operators needing a seven-seat compact MPV; manual written for DIY owners and professional technicians
Competitors:
Toyota Ipsum/Avalon-type MPVs, Honda Stream, Nissan Presage
Key Advantage:
Flexible 2+3+2 seating, car-like handling from sedan-derived platform, refined 2.4L MIVEC engine
Seating:
Three-row, seven-passenger layout
Engine Feature:
4G69 2.4L MIVEC variable valve timing
Body Style:
Five-door minivan / MPV
Engine Mechanical:
Complete teardown, inspection and rebuild procedures for the 4G69 2.4L engine
Engine Lubrication:
Oil pump, filter, pressure testing
Engine Cooling:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, coolant replacement
Fuel and Emissions:
Fuel delivery, injection system, emission controls
Intake and Exhaust:
Manifolds, MIVEC system, exhaust replacement
Ignition and Starting:
Coil-on-plug ignition, starter, charging system
Automatic Transaxle:
INVECS-II 4-speed AT service, adjustment, overhaul
Manual Transaxle:
Clutch, geartrain, differential service where fitted
Front Suspension:
MacPherson strut removal, installation, alignment
Rear Suspension:
Multi-link rear suspension service and alignment
Brakes:
Disc and drum brakes, ABS, master cylinder, bleeding
Steering:
Hydraulic power steering gear, pump, linkage
Heating and Air Conditioning:
Blower, evaporator, condenser, refrigerant service
Body and Exterior:
Panels, bumpers, doors, tailgate, glass, mirrors
Interior:
Seat removal, trim, instrument panel
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, connectors, fuses, relays, lighting
SRS Airbag System:
Airbag modules, sensors, service precautions
Restraints and Seat Belts:
Belt inspection and replacement
Diagnostics:
Fault code retrieval, diagnostic charts, troubleshooting tables
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step disassembly, repair and reassembly
Specifications:
Torque specs, clearances, tolerances throughout
Special Tools:
Listed where factory special tools are required
Audience Level:
Professional technician and competent DIY owner
Detail Level:
Full factory-level service detail
Parts Information:
Part numbers, torque values and fluid capacities referenced in procedures
Maintenance Schedule:
Factory service interval charts included
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — 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 — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Displacement:
2.4L (2,378 cc)
Configuration:
Inline 4-cylinder, 16-valve SOHC with MIVEC
Fuel System:
Multi-point electronic fuel injection (ECI-Multi)
Fuel Type:
Regular unleaded gasoline
Compression Ratio:
Approximately 9.5:1
Maximum Power:
Approximately 165 PS (121 kW) at 6,000 rpm
Maximum Torque:
Approximately 22.5 kg-m (218 Nm) at 4,000 rpm
Cooling System:
Liquid-cooled, electric radiator fan
Lubrication:
Pressure-fed, full-flow oil filter
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not specified for this model; check regional NCAP archives
ABS:
4-channel anti-lock braking system
EBD:
Electronic brakeforce distribution
Traction Control:
Available on higher grades
Front Airbags:
Dual front SRS airbags
Side Airbags:
Available on select grades
Seat Belts:
Three-point belts with pretensioners on front seats
Body Structure:
Reinforced occupant cell with crumple zones
Engine Oil and Filter:
Approximately every 7,500 km / 6 months (severe use: 5,000 km)
Air Filter:
Inspect regularly, replace approximately every 30,000 km
Spark Plugs:
Replace approximately every 30,000-60,000 km per plug type
Coolant:
Replace approximately every 2-4 years (long-life coolant)
AT Fluid:
Inspect periodically; replace approximately every 60,000-90,000 km
Timing Belt:
Replace approximately every 90,000-100,000 km
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30 / 10W-30 API SJ or higher, per climate
Coolant:
Mitsubishi long-life coolant (ethylene glycol based)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
AT Fluid:
Dexron III / SP-III type automatic transmission fluid
Known Issues / Wear Items
Timing Belt and Tensioner:
Regular replacement critical; interference-type engine
Common Wear:
Front struts, sway bar bushings, brake rotors
AT Service:
Fluid condition key to INVECS-II transmission longevity
A/C System:
Condenser and compressor wear common in high-mileage units
Manufacturer:
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Platform Heritage:
Derived from the Mitsubishi Lancer/Outlander platform family
Debut:
Introduced October 2003 as successor to the Chariot/Space Wagon
Model Evolution:
Minor grade and equipment updates through 2003-2006; continued in production until 2009-2011 in some markets
Production Location:
Japan (Okazaki plant)
Market:
Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America
