Vehicle Class:
Sports Car / Grand Tourer
Competitors 1995:
Toyota Supra, Nissan 300ZX, Mazda RX-7, Chevrolet Corvette
Design Philosophy:
Advanced technology, high performance, sophisticated styling
Unique Selling Points:
Available twin-turbocharged engine, All-Wheel Drive, Active Four-Wheel Steering (4WS), Active Aerodynamics (on some trims)
Engine:
3.0L V6 DOHC (6G72), Twin-Turbo and Non-Turbo variants
Fuel System:
Fuel injection, fuel pump, fuel filter, EVAP system
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, cooling fan operation
Intake Exhaust:
Intake manifold, exhaust manifold, catalytic converter, muffler
Emission Control:
EGR system, O2 sensors, PCV system
Clutch:
Clutch assembly, clutch hydraulics, flywheel
Transmission Manual:
5-speed manual transaxle (W5MG1) repair and overhaul
Transmission Automatic:
4-speed automatic transaxle (V4A51) repair and overhaul
Drivetrain:
Propeller shaft, front axle, rear axle, differentials
Suspension Front:
MacPherson struts, control arms, anti-roll bar, bushings
Suspension Rear:
Multi-link independent rear suspension, control arms, bushings
Suspension Electronic:
Active front and rear suspension system (ECS) operation and troubleshooting
Brakes Service:
Front and rear disc brakes, ABS system, brake fluid bleeding
Brakes Parking:
Parking brake mechanism and adjustment
Steering:
Power steering system, steering rack, steering column
Steering 4Ws:
Active Four-Wheel Steering (4WS) system operation, diagnostics, and calibration
Body:
Chassis, frame, body panels, doors, hinges, latches
Exterior:
Bumpers, fenders, hood, trunk lid, glass, mirrors, convertible top (if applicable)
Interior:
Seats, dashboard, door panels, trim, carpeting, headliner
Heater Ac:
HVAC system, climate control, heater core, A/C compressor, refrigerant, ventilation
Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, spark plug replacement
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for all major systems, fault code interpretation
Repair:
Engine overhaul, transmission rebuild, suspension component replacement, brake caliper service
Rebuild:
Detailed engine and transmission rebuild instructions with torque specifications
Refurbish:
Guidance on restoring components and appearance
Restoration:
Comprehensive information for full vehicle restoration projects
Wiring Schematics:
Complete and detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all circuits
Depth:
Factory-level, from basic maintenance to complete engine/transmission overhauls and complex system diagnostics
Engine Type:
60-degree V6, DOHC, 24 Valves
Displacement:
3.0 Liters (2972 cc)
Naturally Aspirated Hp:
222 hp @ 6000 rpm (estimated)
Naturally Aspirated Torque:
205 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm (estimated)
Twin Turbo Hp:
300 hp @ 6000 rpm (estimated)
Twin Turbo Torque:
307 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm (estimated)
Injection Type:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,750 - 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (refer to manual for specifics)
Timing Belt Interval:
Every 60,000 miles or 5 years (critical for DOHC engine)
Engine Oil:
10W-30 or 10W-40 API SG or SH (refer to manual for exact spec)
Coolant:
Mitsubishi DiaQueen Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent (50/50 mix with distilled water)
Transmission Fluid Manual:
API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil (SAE 75W-90 recommended)
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Mitsubishi DiaQueen ATF-SP II M or equivalent
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Common Problems 1995:
ECS system failures, fuel injector issues (especially on early models), oil leaks from rear main seal, clutch wear, ABS sensor issues, potential for blown head gaskets on heavily modified twin-turbo models.
