Target Audience:
Do-it-yourself enthusiasts and professional mechanics seeking detailed repair and maintenance information.
Segment:
Compact sports coupe segment, competing with vehicles like the Toyota Celica, Nissan 200SX, and Ford Mustang.
Value Proposition:
Offers a cost-effective solution for vehicle upkeep compared to dealership service costs. Provides factory-level detail for accurate repairs.
Content Detail:
Hundreds of pages with detailed substeps, notes, cautions, warnings, numbered instructions, and thousands of illustrations, drawings, and photos.
Usability:
Easy-to-navigate with a numbered table of contents, bold figure numbers for quick illustration matching, and enlarged insets for detailed part examination.
Download Benefit:
Instant access via download, eliminating shipping costs and wait times, with printable pages for on-the-go use.
All Systems:
Covers all major vehicle systems including Engine, Transmission, Brakes, Electrical, Suspension, Steering, Cooling, Fuel, Emissions, HVAC, Chassis, Body, Restraint, Interior, Drivetrain (Differential, Axles).
Engine Control:
Specific coverage for the Engine Control System, including sensors, actuators, and diagnostic procedures.
Chassis Body:
Covers chassis components, frame, body panels, doors, and related hardware.
Restraint:
Details on seatbelts and potentially airbags (if equipped on specific models/regions) and their maintenance.
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step instructions for complete disassembly and reassembly of components, detailed repair and service procedures for all covered systems.
Maintenance Procedures:
Routine maintenance tasks, fluid checks and changes, lubrication schedules.
Troubleshooting Diagnostics:
Diagnostic procedures for identifying and resolving common and complex issues, electrical system troubleshooting with detailed wiring diagrams.
Lubrication:
Specific guidance on periodic lubrication points and recommended lubricant types.
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic do-it-yourself tasks to in-depth repair for experienced mechanics.
Illustrations Photos:
Includes hundreds of detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos to guide users through procedures.
Readability:
Requires Adobe PDF Reader
Compatibility:
Compatible with all PC-based Windows operating systems and macOS.
Printability:
Printable without restriction, allowing users to print entire manual or specific pages.
Binding:
Not applicable (Digital Download)
Paper Type:
Not applicable (Digital Download)
Engine Type:
Inline 4-cylinder turbocharged (likely)
Engine Code:
G63B (common for this model generation)
Displacement:
2.0 Liters (1997cc)
Horsepower:
Varies by specific turbocharger and tuning, but typically in the range of 145-170 HP for the 2.0L turbo.
Torque:
Approximate torque figures in the range of 170-190 lb-ft, depending on configuration.
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
NHTSA Rating:
Not readily available for this specific year/model in detail, but basic safety features were standard.
Braking System:
Front ventilated disc brakes, Rear drum brakes (standard for base models), potential for rear discs on higher trims.
Seatbelts:
Three-point front seatbelts, lap belts in rear.
Oil Change:
Typically every 3,000-5,000 miles or 3-6 months, depending on driving conditions.
Timing Belt:
Crucial component; consult manual for specific interval, often around 60,000 miles. Failure can cause severe engine damage.
Engine Oil:
Refer to manual for specific API service classification and viscosity grade (e.g., 10W-30, 10W-40).
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Specific type and capacity in manual.
Transmission Fluid:
Manual: Gear oil (GL-4 or GL-5, check viscosity). Automatic: ATF (Dexron II or equivalent).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (refer to manual for precise specification).
Power Steering Fluid:
Hydraulic fluid for power steering systems, specific type in manual.
Turbocharger:
Potential for oil leaks or wear due to age and mileage. Regular oil changes are critical.
Fuel System:
Clogged fuel injectors, aging fuel pumps, or worn O-rings can cause performance issues.
Electronics:
As with many vehicles of this era, aging wiring harnesses, sensors, and ECUs can develop faults.
Suspension And Steering:
Worn bushings, ball joints, and tie rod ends are common wear items.
Dodge Legacy:
Dodge, a division of Chrysler, historically offered performance-oriented vehicles. The Conquest was part of their effort to offer sporty coupes.
Conquest Lineage:
The Dodge Conquest was a rebadged version of the Mitsubishi Starion/Galant Lambda. It represented a collaborative effort to compete in the affordable sports coupe segment.
Styling:
Characterized by aerodynamic, wedge-shaped styling popular in the 1980s, often with pop-up headlights.
Production Period:
1984-1989
Manufacturing Location:
Japan (by Mitsubishi Motors)
