🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mitsubishi Model: Lancer Evolution Product Type: Service Repair Workshop Manual Product Format: PDF Download 👋 Introduction Market Position Automotive Segment: Performance Compact Sedan / Rally Homologation Special Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Subaru Impreza WRX STI, Ford Escort Cosworth, Lancia Delta Integrale, Toyota Celica GT-Four Key Features Performance Orientation: Engineered for rally sport homologation, featuring advanced AWD, turbocharged engine, and robust chassis. Technical Innovation: Pioneering use of Active Center Differential (ACD) and Active Yaw Control (AYC) in production vehicles. Target Audience Owner Profile: Enthusiasts, tuners, mechanics specializing in performance Mitsubishi vehicles. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Model Years Covered: 1992-2008 Generations Covered: I (CD9A), II (CE9A), III (CE9A), IV (CN9A), V (CP9A), VI (CP9A), VII (CT9A), VIII (CT9A), IX (CT9A) Page Count Estimated Page Count: Thousands of pages (comprehensive factory data) Manual Type Manual Type: Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual Language Language: English Format Digital Format: Searchable PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine (4G63 variants: DOHC Turbocharged), Transmission (5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, optional automatic), Drivetrain (All-Wheel Drive with Active Center Differential, Active Yaw Control) Chassis: Suspension (MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear), Steering (Power assisted rack and pinion), Brakes (Ventilated discs front/rear, ABS), Wheels and Tires Electrical: Engine Control System (ECU, sensors, actuators), Ignition System, Fuel System, Lighting System, Instrumentation, Body Electrical (power windows, locks, mirrors), Audio System, HVAC Controls Body: Exterior Body Panels, Interior Trim, Bumpers, Doors, Hood, Trunk, Glass, Sealing Diagnostics: On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II), Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), Troubleshooting Flowcharts, Component Testing Procedures Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance intervals, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, spark plug replacement, belt inspection and replacement Repair: Engine overhaul, transmission rebuild, differential service, brake system repair, suspension component replacement, electrical system diagnostics and repair, body panel repair and replacement Troubleshooting: Step-by-step diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon issues, circuit diagrams, component symptom analysis Specifications: Torque specifications for all fasteners, clearances, measurements, wiring diagrams, exploded views, part identification Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive factory-level detail covering everything from basic fluid checks to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including complex electronic system diagnostics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Print Quality Image Resolution: High-resolution, clear diagrams and text suitable for printing. Binding Type Digital Binding: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Digital Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download) Searchability Text Search: Fully searchable text for quick access to information. Licensing Licensing Terms: No expiry dates, unlimited access. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: 4G63T (various iterations) Configuration: Inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve, Turbocharged, Intercooled Performance Displacement Cc: 1997 Horsepower Range Ps: 250-280 PS (varies by generation and market) Torque Range Nm: 314-370 Nm (varies by generation and market) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with Multi-Point Injection (MPI) Ignition System: Electronic Ignition (DIS - Direct Ignition System on later models) Cooling System Cooling Type: Water-cooled, pressurized system with thermostatically controlled fan. Lubrication System Oil Type Specification: API SG/SH/SJ or higher, SAE 10W-30 / 10W-40 / 15W-40 (check manual for specific model/climate recommendations) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 5-Speed Manual (early generations), 6-Speed Manual (later generations) Optional Optional Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic (less common, usually on non-performance variants or specific markets) Features Drivetrain System: Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (S-AWC) with Active Center Differential (ACD) and optional Active Yaw Control (AYC). Fluid Specifications Manual Transmission Fluid Spec: API GL-3 or GL-4 SAE 75W-90 (check manual for specific model/generation) Transfer Case Fluid Spec: API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 (check manual for specific model/generation) Rear Differential Fluid Spec: API GL-5 SAE 80W-90 (check manual for specific model/generation) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length Mm: Approx. 4,350 - 4,490 mm (varies by generation) Width Mm: Approx. 1,770 - 1,810 mm (varies by generation) Height Mm: Approx. 1,400 - 1,450 mm (varies by generation) Wheelbase Mm: Approx. 2,600 - 2,630 mm (varies by generation) Weights Curb Weight Kg: Approx. 1,300 - 1,450 kg (varies by generation and trim) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Kg: N/A (Specific to model variants, refer to manual) Cargo Trunk Volume Liters: Approx. 250-300 Liters (varies by generation and chassis) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Ratings: N/A (Ratings vary significantly by year and market; early models predate standardized testing as we know it) IIHS Ratings: N/A (See NHTSA) Active Features ABS: Standard on most models, advanced versions on later generations. Ayc: Active Yaw Control (AYC) available on performance variants for enhanced cornering stability. Acd: Active Center Differential (ACD) for intelligent torque distribution to front and rear axles. Passive Features Airbags: Driver and passenger airbags standard from mid-generation onwards; side airbags available on later models. Seatbelts: Three-point inertia reel seatbelts with pre-tensioners. Body Structure: Reinforced body structure designed for rally safety standards, including front strut tower bracing. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Infotainment Systems: Basic AM/FM/CD players with limited screen functionality on earlier models. Later models saw upgrades to more integrated systems with basic navigation on...