Target Audience:
Front-wheel-drive sport coupe buyers; tuner and DIY enthusiast community
Competitive Advantage:
Turbocharged AWD availability, strong aftermarket support, shared DSM platform with extensive parts supply
Key Feature:
Available 210 hp turbocharged 4G63T engine with all-wheel drive
Body Styles:
2-door hatchback coupe; Spyder convertible introduced this generation
Manual Type:
Factory service manual (OEM workshop manual)
Coverage Areas:
Complete vehicle: engine, transmission, chassis, body, electrical
Delivery:
Instant digital download
Binding:
Digital (searchable PDF document)
Compatibility:
Windows, Mac, tablets and smartphones with PDF reader
Engine Mechanical:
Cylinder head, block, timing belt, valvetrain service
Engine Lubrication:
Oil pump, filter, pressure diagnosis
Cooling System:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, fans
Fuel and Emissions:
Fuel delivery, MPI injection, evaporative and emission controls
Engine Electrical:
Ignition, charging, starting systems
Clutch and Transaxle:
Manual transaxle, automatic transmission, clutch service
Drivetrain:
Front axle, driveshaft, AWD transfer case and rear differential
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, alignment specifications
Brakes:
Disc brakes, ABS, parking brake
Steering:
Power steering, column, linkage
Heating and A/C:
Blower, heater core, refrigerant service
Body and Exterior:
Panels, bumpers, mirrors, glass, weatherstrips
Interior:
Seats, trim, gauges, audio
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete electrical schematics and connector views
Restraints:
SRS airbag components and seat belts
Diagnostics:
Fault code retrieval, symptom charts, on-vehicle inspections
Adjustments:
Valve clearances, belt tension, alignment, headlight aim
Removal and Installation:
Step-by-step component R&I with fastener torque specs
Disassembly and Reassembly:
Major component overhaul procedures
Special Tools:
Required special service tools listed per procedure
Torque Specifications:
Provided throughout for all fasteners
Wiring Diagrams:
Included for all electrical circuits
Exploded Views:
Component illustrations for assemblies
Specifications Tables:
Factory dimensions and tolerances
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
Base Engine:
2.0L 420A (Chrysler-built) DOHC 16-valve inline-4
RS / GS Output:
Approximately 140 hp (non-turbo)
GST / GSX Engine:
2.0L 4G63T turbocharged DOHC 16-valve inline-4
GST / GSX Output:
210 hp turbocharged
Displacement:
2.0L (1997 cc)
Type:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI)
Fuel Requirement:
Premium unleaded recommended for turbo models
Wheelbase:
Approximately 99.0 in (2515 mm)
Length:
Approximately 175 in (4460 mm)
Seating:
4 passengers (2+2)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 2,700-3,200 lb depending on trim and drivetrain
Body Style:
2-door hatchback coupe; Spyder convertible
Oil and Filter:
Every 3,750 miles or 6 months (severe service)
Timing Belt:
Inspect regularly; replace per factory interval (commonly 60,000 miles on 4G63T)
Spark Plugs:
Replace per factory schedule (platinum plugs on 420A)
Coolant:
Replace every 24-36 months
Transmission Fluid:
Inspect; replace per schedule
Air Filter:
Replace per severe/normal service schedule
Engine Oil:
API-rated SAE viscosity per temperature chart in manual
Manual Transaxle:
Gear oil per factory specification
Automatic Transmission:
Mopar ATF+3 (Type 7176) equivalent
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol long-life coolant
Crankshaft Walk:
7-bolt 4G63 crank thrust bearing wear is a known DSM concern
Timing Belt Wear:
Inspect for cracking; interference engine on 4G63T
Common Wear Items:
Motor mounts, front control arm bushings, turbo couplers
Manufacturer:
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Model Evolution:
Second-generation Eclipse (1995-1999), redesigned from the first-generation DSM cars with softer styling and updated interiors
Production Location:
Diamond-Star Motors (DSM) plant, Normal, Illinois, USA
Platform Partners:
Co-developed with Chrysler; related to Eagle Talon
