Target Audience:
DIY enthusiasts, independent mechanics, and Lancer owners seeking to perform their own repairs and maintenance.
Value Proposition:
Provides cost savings on repairs and empowers owners with in-depth vehicle knowledge, offering an alternative to expensive dealership services.
Benefits:
Enables independent repair, saves money, provides in-depth knowledge, allows anytime/anywhere repair, eliminates bookstore searching.
Years Covered:
2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (specific count not provided, but implies comprehensive coverage)
Type:
Service and Repair Manual
Engine Service Repair:
Detailed instructions for disassembly, assembly, diagnostics, and repair of engine components.
Transmission Service Repair:
Covers both manual and automatic transmission service, repair, and overhaul procedures.
Brake System:
Comprehensive coverage of brake systems including hydraulic components, ABS, and parking brake.
Wiring Diagram:
Includes detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems.
Electrical System:
Covers diagnostics and repair of the entire electrical system, including lighting, charging, and starting.
Suspension:
Detailed information on front and rear suspension components, alignment, and troubleshooting.
Steering:
Covers power steering system service, repair, and steering linkage components.
Cooling System:
Instructions for radiator, fan, water pump, and thermostat service and repair.
Fuel Injection Fuel System:
In-depth coverage of fuel delivery, injectors, fuel pump, and fuel pressure regulation.
Emission System:
Covers emission control systems, catalytic converters, and EVAP components.
Engine Control System:
Diagnostics and repair of the Engine Control Module (ECM), sensors, and actuators.
Chassis Body:
Includes structural repair, body panel replacement, and alignment procedures.
Restraint System:
Information on airbags, seatbelts, and related control modules.
Axle:
Covers front and rear axle components, CV joints, and differentials.
General Maintenance:
Routine checks, fluid changes, filter replacements, and scheduled servicing.
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnostic procedures for identifying and resolving common problems.
Periodic Lubrication:
Guidelines for lubrication points and schedules.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine rebuilds and complex diagnostics.
Engine Options:
Covers various engine options typical for the 2000-2007 Lancer generations, likely including 4G1x (e.g., 4G13, 4G15) and 4G9x (e.g., 4G93, 4G94) series naturally aspirated gasoline engines, and potentially turbocharged variants like the 4G63 for performance models (e.g., Lancer Evolution).
Performance Details:
The manual will detail specifications for horsepower, torque, engine speeds, and performance tuning for various engine configurations.
Fuel Delivery Type:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) is the predominant fuel delivery system for this era, with specific injector types and pressure requirements detailed.
Transmission Types Covered:
Likely includes 5-speed manual transmissions and 4-speed automatic transmissions, common in this Lancer generation.
Optional Transmissions:
For specific performance models (e.g., Evolution), it may cover more advanced transmissions like sequential manuals or higher-performance automatics.
Transmission Fluid Specifications:
Specifies required transmission fluid types (e.g., ATF SP-III for automatics, manual transmission fluid GL-4/GL-5 for manuals) and capacities.
Safety Standards:
The manual will adhere to safety standards of the time and may reference official crash test results (e.g., NHTSA, IIHS) relevant to the covered years.
Active Safety Systems:
Information on ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), and potentially ASC (Active Stability Control) where equipped.
Passive Safety Features:
Details on airbags (driver, passenger, side), seatbelt pretensioners, and body structure integrity.
Infotainment Features:
For this era, infotainment would likely include standard AM/FM/CD players, with options for premium sound systems and potentially early forms of navigation on higher trims.
Driver Assistance Features:
Limited compared to modern vehicles, but may include ABS, EBD, and traction/stability control systems on certain models.
Connectivity Options:
Basic connectivity through auxiliary inputs or early Bluetooth modules might be present on later models in this range.
Oil Change Interval:
Typical recommendations are every 5,000-7,500 miles (8,000-12,000 km) or 6-12 months, whichever comes first, depending on driving conditions. Manual will specify exact intervals.
Engine Oil Specification:
Likely recommends SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 API SL/SM certified engine oil. Specific viscosity depends on climate. Manual will confirm.
Coolant Specification:
Requires a 50/50 mixture of deionized water and an ethylene glycol-based coolant (e.g., Mitsubishi Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent).
Brake Fluid Specification:
Typically requires DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Common Problems:
Potential issues can include minor electrical gremlins, wear on suspension components (bushings, ball joints), and occasional HVAC system issues. The manual will guide troubleshooting these.
Mitsubishi Reputation:
Mitsubishi has a history of producing reliable and often performance-oriented vehicles, with the Lancer being a cornerstone model.
Lancer Generations Covered:
This manual covers the 7th generation (CS/CT chassis) of the Mitsubishi Lancer, which saw significant design and engineering updates over its production run.
Production Period:
This generation of the Lancer was produced from 2000 to 2007 globally, with variations in styling and specification depending on the market.
