๐ท๏ธ Basic Information Identification Make: Mitsubishi Model: Colt Lancer Generation: Fifth Generation (CC) Production Years Covered: 1992-1996 ๐ Introduction Market Position Target Audience: DIY mechanics, independent repair shops, and Mitsubishi owners seeking in-depth knowledge for maintenance and repair. Key Features Value Proposition: Provides comprehensive, professional guidance to understand and repair the 1992-1996 Mitsubishi Colt Lancer, enabling cost savings and informed decision-making. ๐ Manual Details Coverage Coverage Areas: Automatic transmission, Body, Chassis electrical, Clutch, Cooling system, Emission control, Engine, Engine electrical, Exterior, Front axle, Front suspension, Fuel system, General information, Heater, Air conditioning and ventilation, Intake and exhaust systems, Interior, Lubrication, Manual transmission, Parking brakes, Power plant mount, Propeller shaft, Rear axle, Rear suspension, Service brakes, Steering, Supplemental restraint system (SRS), Wheel and tyre. Format Details Manual Type: Workshop Repair Manual / Service Manual Language: English File Format: PDF ๐ Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Detailed procedures for engine assembly, disassembly, cylinder head, crankshaft, camshaft, pistons, connecting rods, timing belt/chain, oil pump, and more. Engine Electrical: Ignition system, starting system, charging system, engine control module (ECM) diagnostics, sensor testing, wiring diagrams. Fuel System: Fuel injection system, fuel pump, fuel injectors, fuel pressure regulator, fuel filter replacement, fuel tank service. Cooling System: Radiator, water pump, thermostat, cooling fan operation, coolant types, leak diagnosis, flushing procedures. Transmission Manual: Clutch operation, clutch replacement, manual gearbox disassembly, assembly, gear oil specifications. Transmission Automatic: Automatic transmission service, fluid types and capacities, hydraulic control, torque converter, valve body diagnostics, shift solenoid testing. Brakes: Service brakes (front and rear disc/drum configurations), parking brake system, brake fluid specifications, bleeding procedures, component replacement (pads, rotors, calipers, drums, shoes). Suspension Steering: Front and rear suspension components (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, bushings), steering system (rack and pinion, power steering pump, fluid), wheel alignment procedures. Chassis Electrical: Lighting system, wipers and washers, horn, power windows, door locks, central locking, interior lighting, fuse and relay identification, wiring diagrams for various circuits. Climate Control: HVAC system, air conditioning system operation, refrigerant types, compressor, condenser, evaporator, heater core, blower motor, diagnosis and repair. Body Exterior: Body panel repair, doors, hood, trunk lid, bumpers, glass replacement, trim removal and installation. Body Interior: Seat removal and installation, dashboard disassembly, door panel removal, carpet replacement, headliner service. Safety Systems: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) diagnosis, airbag component replacement, seatbelt service. Procedures Included Maintenance Procedures: Routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement, belt inspections. Diagnostic Procedures: Troubleshooting guides for common drivability issues, electrical faults, cooling system problems, and brake system malfunctions, often including symptom-to-cause charts. Repair Procedures: Step-by-step instructions for component removal, repair, and reinstallation across all covered systems, including torque specifications and special tool requirements. Electrical Troubleshooting: Use of wiring diagrams, component testing methods, and logic trees to diagnose and repair electrical issues. Engine Rebuild: Detailed instructions for engine overhaul, including cylinder head resurfacing, valve grinding, piston ring installation, bearing replacement, and crankshaft machining specifications. Technical Depth Depth Of Coverage: Comprehensive; covers everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and electrical schematics. ๐ Manual Specifications File Properties File Quality: Generally high quality, enabling clear text and diagrams. Searchable text may be present depending on the source digitization. Format Details Compatibility: All Versions of Windows & Mac Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader โ๏ธ Engine Specifications Engine Options Primary Engines: Likely includes variations of Mitsubishi's 4G series engines, such as the 1.3L (4G13), 1.5L (4G15), and potentially 1.6L (4G61) or 1.8L (4G93) for higher trims. Specific engine codes would be detailed in the manual. Performance Metrics Typical Horsepower Range: Estimated 70-115 hp depending on engine variant and market. Fuel System Injection Type: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) is standard across this generation. ๐ง Transmission Transmission Options Standard Transmission: Likely a 5-speed manual transmission. Optional Transmission: Likely a 3-speed or 4-speed automatic transmission. ๐ Dimensions General Body Styles: Sedan, Hatchback (often referred to as Colt and Lancer variations depending on market). ๐ก Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Basic AM/FM radio with cassette player. Optional CD player or upgraded speaker systems may have been available. ๐ง Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 5,000 to 7,500 miles (8,000 to 12,000 km) or 6 months, subject to driving conditions and specific engine oil used. Timing Belt Replacement: Crucial for interference engines; usually recommended every 60,000 to 90,000 miles (96,000 to 144,000 km) or 5-7 years. The manual will specify the exact interval and engine type. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Varies by engine, but typically SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 API SG or higher. Refer to manual for precise specification. Transmission Fluid Manual: GL-4 manual transmission fluid, viscosity typically 75W-90 or 80W-90. Transmission Fluid Automatic: Mitsubishi DiaQueen ATF SP-II or equivalent Dexron III/Mercon. Capacity approx. 6-8 quarts (5.7-7.6 L) for a refill. Coolant Type: Ethylene glycol based antifreeze/coolant,...
DIY mechanics, independent repair shops, and Mitsubishi owners seeking in-depth knowledge for maintenance and repair.
Key Features
Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive, professional guidance to understand and repair the 1992-1996 Mitsubishi Colt Lancer, enabling cost savings and informed decision-making.
๐ Manual Details
Coverage
Coverage Areas:
Automatic transmission, Body, Chassis electrical, Clutch, Cooling system, Emission control, Engine, Engine electrical, Exterior, Front axle, Front suspension, Fuel system, General information, Heater, Air conditioning and ventilation, Intake and exhaust systems, Interior, Lubrication, Manual transmission, Parking brakes, Power plant mount, Propeller shaft, Rear axle, Rear suspension, Service brakes, Steering, Supplemental restraint system (SRS), Wheel and tyre.
Format Details
Manual Type:
Workshop Repair Manual / Service Manual
Language:
English
File Format:
PDF
๐ Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine Mechanical:
Detailed procedures for engine assembly, disassembly, cylinder head, crankshaft, camshaft, pistons, connecting rods, timing belt/chain, oil pump, and more.
Front and rear suspension components (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, bushings), steering system (rack and pinion, power steering pump, fluid), wheel alignment procedures.
Chassis Electrical:
Lighting system, wipers and washers, horn, power windows, door locks, central locking, interior lighting, fuse and relay identification, wiring diagrams for various circuits.
Climate Control:
HVAC system, air conditioning system operation, refrigerant types, compressor, condenser, evaporator, heater core, blower motor, diagnosis and repair.
Body Exterior:
Body panel repair, doors, hood, trunk lid, bumpers, glass replacement, trim removal and installation.
Body Interior:
Seat removal and installation, dashboard disassembly, door panel removal, carpet replacement, headliner service.
Safety Systems:
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) diagnosis, airbag component replacement, seatbelt service.
Procedures Included
Maintenance Procedures:
Routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement, belt inspections.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Troubleshooting guides for common drivability issues, electrical faults, cooling system problems, and brake system malfunctions, often including symptom-to-cause charts.
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal, repair, and reinstallation across all covered systems, including torque specifications and special tool requirements.
Electrical Troubleshooting:
Use of wiring diagrams, component testing methods, and logic trees to diagnose and repair electrical issues.
Engine Rebuild:
Detailed instructions for engine overhaul, including cylinder head resurfacing, valve grinding, piston ring installation, bearing replacement, and crankshaft machining specifications.
Technical Depth
Depth Of Coverage:
Comprehensive; covers everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and electrical schematics.
๐ Manual Specifications
File Properties
File Quality:
Generally high quality, enabling clear text and diagrams. Searchable text may be present depending on the source digitization.
Format Details
Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader
โ๏ธ Engine Specifications
Engine Options
Primary Engines:
Likely includes variations of Mitsubishi's 4G series engines, such as the 1.3L (4G13), 1.5L (4G15), and potentially 1.6L (4G61) or 1.8L (4G93) for higher trims. Specific engine codes would be detailed in the manual.
Performance Metrics
Typical Horsepower Range:
Estimated 70-115 hp depending on engine variant and market.
Fuel System
Injection Type:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) is standard across this generation.
๐ง Transmission
Transmission Options
Standard Transmission:
Likely a 5-speed manual transmission.
Optional Transmission:
Likely a 3-speed or 4-speed automatic transmission.
๐ Dimensions
General
Body Styles:
Sedan, Hatchback (often referred to as Colt and Lancer variations depending on market).
๐ก Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Basic AM/FM radio with cassette player. Optional CD player or upgraded speaker systems may have been available.
๐ง Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000 to 7,500 miles (8,000 to 12,000 km) or 6 months, subject to driving conditions and specific engine oil used.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Crucial for interference engines; usually recommended every 60,000 to 90,000 miles (96,000 to 144,000 km) or 5-7 years. The manual will specify the exact interval and engine type.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Varies by engine, but typically SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 API SG or higher. Refer to manual for precise specification.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
GL-4 manual transmission fluid, viscosity typically 75W-90 or 80W-90.
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Mitsubishi DiaQueen ATF SP-II or equivalent Dexron III/Mercon. Capacity approx. 6-8 quarts (5.7-7.6 L) for a refill.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze/coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Manual will specify color/type.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Worn clutch components, aging suspension bushings, potential for exhaust leaks, and wear on automatic transmission components over time.
Electrical Quirks:
Intermittent issues with power windows, central locking, and dashboard warning lights can occur due to aging wiring and components. The manual's electrical troubleshooting section is vital.
Engine Performance Issues:
Issues like rough idling, misfires, or poor acceleration can stem from worn spark plugs, clogged fuel injectors, or failing sensors (e.g., MAF, O2 sensors). The manual details diagnostic steps.
๐ Vehicle History
Model Evolution
Fifth Generation Features:
The CC generation (1992-1996) introduced more aerodynamic styling, improved interior comfort, and enhanced safety features compared to its predecessors. It also saw the introduction of more advanced engine technologies like multi-point fuel injection.
Production
Manufacturing Locations:
Primarily Japan, with production also occurring in other global facilities depending on the specific market.
๐ Awards & Recognition
Recognition
Market Perception:
The Colt Lancer was generally perceived as a reliable and economical compact car, offering good value for money. Specific awards would depend on market and publication.