Target audience:
DIY owners and independent technicians servicing the front-wheel-drive sport coupe; also suitable for first-time import repair work
Competitive segment:
Front-wheel-drive sport coupe / hatchback class of the early 2000s
Key advantage of manual:
Factory-level procedures and specifications not found in generic repair guides
Key features:
Available 3.0L V6, available 5-speed manual, convertible Spyder option, fully independent rear suspension
Manual type:
Factory service repair manual
Delivery method:
Instant digital download
Coverage areas:
Engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical, HVAC, body, wiring diagrams
Page count:
N/A - not specified for this listing
Intended users:
Professional technicians and DIY owners
Engine mechanical:
Complete teardown, inspection, and rebuild procedures
Engine lubrication and cooling:
Oil pump, radiator, thermostat, water pump service
Fuel and emissions:
Fuel delivery, MPI fuel injection, emission control systems
Ignition and starting:
Ignition system, starter, charging system
Engine electrical:
Sensors, ECU diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting
Clutch and transaxle:
Clutch service, manual and automatic transaxle overhaul
Driveshafts and axles:
CV joint inspection and replacement
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, alignment specifications
Brakes:
Disc and drum brakes, ABS, hydraulic system bleeding
Steering:
Power steering, rack and pinion service
Heating and air conditioning:
HVAC components, refrigerant charging, blower service
Body and exterior:
Panels, bumpers, doors, convertible top (Spyder)
Interior:
Trim, seats, gauges, switches
Restraint system:
Seat belts and supplemental restraint system (airbags)
Diagnostics:
Fault code (DTC) charts, symptom-based troubleshooting tables
Wiring diagrams:
Complete circuit diagrams and connector pinouts
Technical depth:
Torque specs, clearances, special tool references, step-by-step procedures
Parts information:
Part numbers and replacement specifications where provided by the factory manual
Maintenance data:
Fluid capacities, service intervals, adjustment specifications
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 (RS/GS):
2.4L 4G64 SOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder
Upgrade engine (GT):
3.0L 6G72 SOHC 24-valve V6
Induction:
Naturally aspirated, multi-point fuel injection
Performance and Fuel System
Power (2.4L):
Approximately 150 hp
Power (3.0L V6):
Approximately 200-205 hp
Fuel system:
Electronic multi-point fuel injection (MPI)
Fuel requirement:
Regular unleaded recommended for 4-cylinder; premium recommended for V6
Fuel tank capacity:
Approximately 16.3 gallons
Active and Passive Features
Airbags:
Dual front airbags standard
Restraints:
3-point seat belts for front and rear outboard seats
ABS brakes:
Available 4-wheel anti-lock braking system
Traction control:
N/A - not specified as standard equipment for this model range
Crash test ratings:
N/A - not specified in this manual listing
Infotainment and Convenience
Audio system:
AM/FM stereo with cassette and optional CD player; premium Infinity audio available on upper trims
Instrumentation:
Analog gauge cluster with tachometer
Driver assistance:
N/A - modern ADAS features were not offered on this generation
Power accessories:
Power windows, mirrors, and door locks available depending on trim
Service Intervals and Fluids
Oil change interval:
Every 3,000-7,500 miles depending on driving conditions
Engine oil specification:
API-rated detergent oil; viscosity per factory chart (typically 5W-30)
Coolant:
Mitsubishi long-life ethylene glycol coolant
Spark plugs:
Iridium or platinum plugs at specified mileage intervals
Timing belt:
Timing belt replacement required on the 4-cylinder and V6 engines per interval schedule
Brake fluid:
DOT 3 brake fluid, periodic replacement
Transmission fluid:
Manual: gear oil per spec; Automatic: ATF specified by Mitsubishi
Known wear items:
CV joints, timing belt/water pump, front brake pads, motor mounts
Manufacturer:
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Model evolution:
Third-generation Eclipse launched in 2000, moving to a more rounded design; available as coupe and Spyder convertible through 2002
Production location:
Normal, Illinois, USA (Mitsubishi Motors manufacturing plant)
Platform notes:
Front-wheel-drive platform shared with the related Mitsubishi Galant of the era
