Segment:
Subcompact hatchback/sedan
Target Audience:
Budget-conscious consumers, first-time car buyers, urban commuters
Key Competitors:
Chevrolet Spark, Kia Rio, Hyundai Accent, Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris
Emphasis:
Fuel efficiency, affordability, maneuverability
Manual Purpose:
Empowering owners and technicians with detailed technical information for maintenance and repair
Engine:
Complete engine diagnostics, overhaul, timing system, cooling, lubrication, fuel system, emissions control
Transmission:
Manual (5-speed) and Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) repair, maintenance, diagnostics, fluid specifications
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive (FWD) system, axle shafts, differential maintenance and repair
Suspension:
Front MacPherson struts, rear torsion beam, steering system, wheel alignment specifications
Brakes:
Front disc, rear drum brakes, ABS system diagnostics and repair, brake fluid specifications
Electrical System:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, ignition, body control module (BCM), wiring diagrams, fuse locations
Body And Interior:
Exterior body panel removal/installation, interior trim, HVAC system, seating, safety restraints (airbags)
Climate Control:
Air conditioning system (R-134a), heating system, blower motor, climate control module
Diagnostics:
OBD-II diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), diagnostic procedures for all major systems
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement
Repair:
Component replacement (e.g., alternator, starter, water pump, brake pads), engine and transmission overhaul procedures
Troubleshooting:
Step-by-step diagnostic guides for common and uncommon issues, symptom-based troubleshooting
Disassembly Assembly:
Detailed instructions for dismantling and reassembling major vehicle components and systems
Cleaning And Inspection:
Procedures for cleaning and inspecting critical components during repair
Depth:
Comprehensive (covers basic to advanced diagnostics and repair, including full rebuilds)
Engine Type:
Inline 3-cylinder, DOHC, MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve Timing Electronic Control)
Displacement:
1.2 Liters (1200cc)
Horsepower:
78 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
74 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Recommended Fuel:
87 Octane Unleaded Gasoline
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 0W-20 API SN or ILSAC GF-5
Engine Oil Capacity:
3.1 US Quarts (3.0 Liters) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Mitsubishi Super Long Life Coolant (SLLC) - Green
Type:
5-speed Manual Transmission
Type:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Cvtf Type:
Mitsubishi CVTF J4 (or equivalent)
Manual Transmission Fluid Type:
API GL-4 SAE 75W-85
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity:
1.9 US Quarts (1.8 Liters)
NHTSA Overall Rating:
Likely 4-star (typical for this class, needs manual verification)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
E Brake Force Distribution:
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist:
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control:
Traction Control Logic (TCL)
Stability Control:
Active Stability Control (ASC)
Airbags:
Front driver and passenger airbags, side curtain airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags (availability may vary by trim)
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters
Child Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system
Audio System:
Standard AM/FM/CD/MP3 player with USB port, Bluetooth compatibility available on higher trims
Navigation:
Optional on higher trims
Features:
Rearview camera (optional on some trims), Keyless entry and ignition (optional)
Bluetooth:
Available for hands-free calling and audio streaming
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 75,000 miles (Iridium type)
Cvtf Replacement:
Recommended every 60,000 miles (under severe driving conditions) or as specified by manufacturer's extended intervals.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Common Complaints:
CVT shudder or hesitation (especially at higher mileage), minor interior rattles, AC system performance in extreme heat (specific to some early units).
Standard Tire Size:
175/65R14 (ES trim), 185/55R15 (SE/GT trims)
Wheel Bolt Pattern:
4x100
Wheel Size:
14-inch or 15-inch steel or alloy
