Target Audience:
DIY car owners with basic mechanical skills and independent auto service professionals
Advantage:
Provides dealer-level repair information, saving significant costs on maintenance and repairs.
Visuals:
Includes diagrams, illustrations, and wiring schematics for clear understanding.
Searchability:
Searchable PDF format allows for quick access to specific information.
Accuracy:
Vehicle-specific, not generic, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
Engine Mechanical:
Yes (including diagnostics, disassembly, assembly, inspection, and repair)
Engine Electrical:
Yes (including ignition system, starting system, charging system, ECU diagnostics, wiring diagrams)
Emission Control:
Yes (including components, diagnostics, and emissions testing procedures)
Fuel System:
Yes (including fuel pump, injectors, fuel pressure, EFI system)
Clutch System:
Yes (for manual transmission models)
Manual Transaxle:
Yes (including gears, bearings, seals, overhaul)
Automatic Transaxle:
Yes (including hydraulic control, torque converter, overhaul, diagnostics)
Driveshaft Axle:
Yes (including CV joints, driveshafts, differential)
Suspension System:
Yes (including struts, springs, bushings, alignment)
Steering System:
Yes (including power steering, tie rods, steering rack, column)
Restraint System:
Yes (including airbags, seatbelts, SRS system)
Brake System:
Yes (including discs, pads, calipers, ABS system, hydraulic lines)
Body Interior Exterior:
Yes (including panels, trim, doors, glass, seats, dashboard)
Body Electrical:
Yes (including lighting, power windows, central locking, instrumentation, audio systems)
HVAC:
Yes (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning system)
Maintenance:
Yes (oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, spark plugs, belts)
Troubleshooting:
Yes (diagnostic procedures, symptom-based troubleshooting)
Repair:
Yes (step-by-step instructions for component replacement and repair)
Diagnostics:
Yes (OBD-II codes, sensor testing, system checks)
Rebuilds:
Yes (engine and transmission overhaul procedures are typically included)
Depth:
Comprehensive (covers basic maintenance to complete engine/transmission rebuilds)
Detail Level:
Mechanic-grade (used by authorized dealer service departments)
Engine Options:
Likely 4G93 1.8L SOHC/DOHC (GDI and non-GDI variants) and potentially 4G63 2.0L SOHC/DOHC for some markets/trims.
Typical Horsepower 1.8L:
Around 115-140 PS (85-103 kW), depending on DOHC/GDI configuration.
Typical Torque 1.8L:
Around 160-180 Nm (118-133 lb-ft), depending on DOHC/GDI configuration.
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI), potentially Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) on later or higher-spec models.
Timing Drive:
Timing Belt (most common)
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 - 10,000 miles (12,000 - 16,000 km) or 6-12 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Crucial interval, typically around 60,000 - 90,000 miles (100,000 - 150,000 km).
Engine Oil:
Refer to manual for specific viscosity (e.g., 5W-30, 10W-40) and API service classification. Likely a synthetic blend or full synthetic.
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Check manual for specific Mitsubishi specification.
Transmission Fluid Auto:
Specific ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) type, likely Mitsubishi Diamond ATF or equivalent. Check manual for exact specification.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
Gear oil for manual gearbox, check manual for viscosity and API rating (e.g., GL-4).
Engine Misfires:
Can be caused by worn spark plugs, ignition coils, or fuel injectors. GDI engines may have carbon buildup on intake valves.
Transmission Slipping:
Often related to low or degraded automatic transmission fluid, or worn clutch packs in manual transmissions.
Suspension Noise:
Worn control arm bushings, ball joints, or strut mounts can cause clunking or rattling sounds.
HVAC Performance:
Leaking refrigerant, clogged evaporator, or faulty blower motor can reduce cooling/heating efficiency.
