🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mitsubishi Model: Colt Lancer Model Code: CB/CC Chassis Product Name: 1992-1995 Mitsubishi Colt Lancer Service Repair Factory Manual Applicable Years: 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 Generation Generation: Sixth Generation (1992-1995) 👋 Introduction Market Position Market Position: The Mitsubishi Colt Lancer of this era was a globally popular compact car, known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and value. It competed in a crowded segment against vehicles like the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Ford Escort. Competitive Analysis Competitive Analysis: This manual provides critical technical data to maintain and repair a vehicle that offered a good balance of performance and economy for its class, making it a practical choice for daily transportation. Key Features Key Features: Comprehensive coverage enabling both routine maintenance and complex repairs, detailed diagrams, troubleshooting guides, and specifications critical for maintaining the longevity and performance of the 1992-1995 Colt Lancer. Ease Of Use Ease Of Use Description: Features easy-to-read text and comprehensive instructions to assist a wide range of users, from beginners to professionals. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage Areas: Engine, Lubrication, Fuel System, Cooling System, Intake and Exhaust, Engine Electrical, Emission Control, Clutch, Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission, Propeller Shaft, Front Axle, Rear Axle, Wheels and Tires, Power Plant Mounts, Front Suspension, Rear Suspension, Service Brakes, Parking Brakes, Steering, Body, Exterior, Interior, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), Chassis Electrical, Heater, Air Conditioner and Ventilation Page Count Page Count: Estimated 1000+ pages (typical for comprehensive factory service manuals of this era) Manual Type Manual Type: Factory Service Manual / Repair Manual Purpose: Designed to guide users through repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Language Language: English Format Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Systems Covered: Comprehensive coverage of all major mechanical, electrical, and body systems including powertrain (engine, transmission, drivetrain), chassis (suspension, steering, brakes), electrical (starting, charging, lighting, accessories), HVAC, and body components. Procedures Included Procedures Included: Routine maintenance, scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostic procedures, component removal and installation, repair procedures, overhaul instructions, wiring diagrams, torque specifications, special tool recommendations, and technical data. Technical Depth Technical Depth: In-depth technical information suitable for both amateur enthusiasts performing DIY maintenance and professional technicians requiring detailed diagnostic and repair strategies. Covers everything from basic fluid changes to complete engine and transmission rebuilds. Electrical Systems Electrical Systems Covered: Engine electrical (ECU, sensors, ignition, starting, charging), lighting (headlights, taillights, interior), accessories (wipers, horn, power windows/locks if equipped), instruments and gauges, wiring diagrams for all major systems. Chassis Systems Chassis Systems Covered: Detailed procedures for servicing front and rear suspension components (struts, shocks, control arms, bushings), steering system (rack and pinion, tie rods), and brake systems (disc/drum configurations, hydraulic lines, master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders). Hvac Systems HVAC Systems Covered: Comprehensive coverage of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, including refrigerant service (R12 or R134a depending on model year and market), compressor, evaporator, condenser, blower motor, ducting, and control mechanisms. Engine Mechanical Engine Mechanical Coverage: Complete overhaul procedures for cylinder head, block, pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, camshaft, valves, and timing components. Includes torque specifications, clearances, and assembly sequences. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Methodology: Diagnostic flowcharts and symptom-based troubleshooting guides for common drivability issues, electrical faults, and mechanical problems. Covers engine performance, starting problems, and system failures. Torque Specifications Torque Specifications: Extensive list of torque specifications for critical fasteners throughout the vehicle, including engine components, suspension, brakes, and body fasteners. Wiring Diagrams Wiring Diagrams: Detailed, often color-coded, wiring diagrams for all major electrical systems, crucial for diagnosing and repairing electrical faults. Body And Exterior Body And Exterior Coverage: Procedures for body panel removal and installation, door mechanisms, glass replacement, bumper repair, trim components, and exterior lighting. Interior Trim Interior Trim Coverage: Details on removing and reinstalling interior trim panels, seats, dashboard components, door panels, and headliner for access to underlying systems. Diagnostics Diagnostic Procedures: Includes diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) for electronic systems where applicable, and systematic approaches for identifying the root cause of faults. Body Repairs Body Repairs Coverage: Information on rust prevention, body panel alignment, structural repairs, and application of sealants and coatings. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF Compatibility: All Versions of Windows & Mac Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader Print Quality Print Quality: High-resolution scans suitable for clear printing of text and diagrams. Binding Type Binding Type: Digital (PDF) - No physical binding Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Format) Searchability Searchability: PDF format allows for keyword searching of text content within the manual for quick access to specific information. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Variants: Primarily featured 1.5L (4G15) and 1.8L (4G93) SOHC/DOHC inline-4 engines. Specific engine codes and configurations vary by market and trim level. Performance Horsepower Range: Typically 90-115 hp for 1.5L, and 110-135 hp for 1.8L variants, depending on DOHC and turbocharging (if applicable in certain markets/trims). Torque Range: Approximately 130-145...
1992-1995 Mitsubishi Colt Lancer Service Repair Factory Manual
Applicable Years:
1992, 1993, 1994, 1995
Generation
Generation:
Sixth Generation (1992-1995)
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Market Position:
The Mitsubishi Colt Lancer of this era was a globally popular compact car, known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and value. It competed in a crowded segment against vehicles like the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Ford Escort.
Competitive Analysis
Competitive Analysis:
This manual provides critical technical data to maintain and repair a vehicle that offered a good balance of performance and economy for its class, making it a practical choice for daily transportation.
Key Features
Key Features:
Comprehensive coverage enabling both routine maintenance and complex repairs, detailed diagrams, troubleshooting guides, and specifications critical for maintaining the longevity and performance of the 1992-1995 Colt Lancer.
Ease Of Use
Ease Of Use Description:
Features easy-to-read text and comprehensive instructions to assist a wide range of users, from beginners to professionals.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Coverage Areas:
Engine, Lubrication, Fuel System, Cooling System, Intake and Exhaust, Engine Electrical, Emission Control, Clutch, Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission, Propeller Shaft, Front Axle, Rear Axle, Wheels and Tires, Power Plant Mounts, Front Suspension, Rear Suspension, Service Brakes, Parking Brakes, Steering, Body, Exterior, Interior, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), Chassis Electrical, Heater, Air Conditioner and Ventilation
Page Count
Page Count:
Estimated 1000+ pages (typical for comprehensive factory service manuals of this era)
Manual Type
Manual Type:
Factory Service Manual / Repair Manual
Purpose:
Designed to guide users through repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
PDF
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Systems Covered:
Comprehensive coverage of all major mechanical, electrical, and body systems including powertrain (engine, transmission, drivetrain), chassis (suspension, steering, brakes), electrical (starting, charging, lighting, accessories), HVAC, and body components.
Procedures Included
Procedures Included:
Routine maintenance, scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostic procedures, component removal and installation, repair procedures, overhaul instructions, wiring diagrams, torque specifications, special tool recommendations, and technical data.
Technical Depth
Technical Depth:
In-depth technical information suitable for both amateur enthusiasts performing DIY maintenance and professional technicians requiring detailed diagnostic and repair strategies. Covers everything from basic fluid changes to complete engine and transmission rebuilds.
Electrical Systems
Electrical Systems Covered:
Engine electrical (ECU, sensors, ignition, starting, charging), lighting (headlights, taillights, interior), accessories (wipers, horn, power windows/locks if equipped), instruments and gauges, wiring diagrams for all major systems.
Chassis Systems
Chassis Systems Covered:
Detailed procedures for servicing front and rear suspension components (struts, shocks, control arms, bushings), steering system (rack and pinion, tie rods), and brake systems (disc/drum configurations, hydraulic lines, master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders).
Hvac Systems
HVAC Systems Covered:
Comprehensive coverage of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, including refrigerant service (R12 or R134a depending on model year and market), compressor, evaporator, condenser, blower motor, ducting, and control mechanisms.
Engine Mechanical
Engine Mechanical Coverage:
Complete overhaul procedures for cylinder head, block, pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, camshaft, valves, and timing components. Includes torque specifications, clearances, and assembly sequences.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Methodology:
Diagnostic flowcharts and symptom-based troubleshooting guides for common drivability issues, electrical faults, and mechanical problems. Covers engine performance, starting problems, and system failures.
Torque Specifications
Torque Specifications:
Extensive list of torque specifications for critical fasteners throughout the vehicle, including engine components, suspension, brakes, and body fasteners.
Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed, often color-coded, wiring diagrams for all major electrical systems, crucial for diagnosing and repairing electrical faults.
Body And Exterior
Body And Exterior Coverage:
Procedures for body panel removal and installation, door mechanisms, glass replacement, bumper repair, trim components, and exterior lighting.
Interior Trim
Interior Trim Coverage:
Details on removing and reinstalling interior trim panels, seats, dashboard components, door panels, and headliner for access to underlying systems.
Diagnostics
Diagnostic Procedures:
Includes diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) for electronic systems where applicable, and systematic approaches for identifying the root cause of faults.
Body Repairs
Body Repairs Coverage:
Information on rust prevention, body panel alignment, structural repairs, and application of sealants and coatings.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format:
PDF
Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader
Print Quality
Print Quality:
High-resolution scans suitable for clear printing of text and diagrams.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
Digital (PDF) - No physical binding
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Format)
Searchability
Searchability:
PDF format allows for keyword searching of text content within the manual for quick access to specific information.
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Variants:
Primarily featured 1.5L (4G15) and 1.8L (4G93) SOHC/DOHC inline-4 engines. Specific engine codes and configurations vary by market and trim level.
Performance
Horsepower Range:
Typically 90-115 hp for 1.5L, and 110-135 hp for 1.8L variants, depending on DOHC and turbocharging (if applicable in certain markets/trims).
Torque Range:
Approximately 130-145 Nm for 1.5L and 150-165 Nm for 1.8L engines.
Fuel System
Fuel Injection:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) standard for most models of this generation.
Maintenance
Timing Belt Replacement Interval:
Recommended every 60,000 miles or 5 years (refer to specific engine variant for exact interval and inspection points).
Technical Data
Ignition System:
Electronic Ignition (distributor-based or distributorless ignition system - DIS, depending on model year and specification).
Emission Control
Emission Control Systems:
Covers EFi systems, catalytic converters, EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) systems, and evaporative emission control (EVAP) systems as applicable for the model year and market.
Engine Codes
Engine Code Examples:
4G15 (1.5L), 4G93 (1.8L) are common for this generation. Specific engine designations may vary by market (e.g., ECI Multi).
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Standard Transmission:
5-speed Manual Transmission
Optional
Optional Transmission:
4-speed Automatic Transmission
Features
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Maintenance
Manual Transmission Fluid Type:
API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 or SAE 80W-90 gear oil (confirm specific capacity and type in manual).
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type:
Mitsubishi DiaQueen ATF-SPII or equivalent Dexron III type fluid (confirm specific capacity and type in manual).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Body Styles:
Sedan, Coupe (Colt Lancer Coupe), Station Wagon (Colt Lancer Wagon), Hatchback (Colt/Mirage hatchback is closely related but may have distinct service needs).
Weights
Curb Weight Range:
Approx. 1000-1200 kg (2200-2650 lbs), depending on body style, engine, and options.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Safety Ratings:
NHTSA and IIHS ratings for this era are generally not available in modern formats. Vehicles typically lacked advanced safety features common today.
Active Features
Active Features:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) available on higher trims or as an option; Power Assisted Steering.
Passive Features
Passive Features:
Front airbags (driver and passenger) became available or standard on later models of this generation. Seat belts.
Srs
Srs Coverage:
Manual includes specific procedures for diagnosing and servicing the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), including airbag module replacement and related electrical diagnostics.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment Features:
Basic AM/FM stereo radio with cassette player. Optional CD player on higher trims. Manual covers radio, speaker, and antenna system diagnostics.
Driver Assistance
Driver Assistance Features:
Limited to ABS on some models. No electronic stability control, traction control, or adaptive cruise control.
Connectivity
Connectivity Features:
No modern connectivity features like Bluetooth or USB. Manual covers basic wiring for factory radio and optional accessories.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Recommended every 3,000-5,000 miles or 3-6 months (refer to manual for specific recommendations based on driving conditions).
Spark Plug Replacement Interval:
Approximately 30,000-60,000 miles, depending on spark plug type (copper, platinum, or iridium). Manual will specify correct type and gap.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Specification:
API SG or SH, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 is common. Consult manual for exact viscosity and API service classification.
Coolant Specification:
Ethylene glycol based coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Green or orange colored coolant (OEM specific).
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Power Steering Fluid:
Use manufacturer-specified power steering fluid or ATF Dexron II/III if recommended by Mitsubishi.
Known Issues
Common Issues:
Timing belt wear (critical for engine longevity), minor oil leaks from valve cover gaskets or oil pan, potential for starter motor issues, exhaust system corrosion, and typical electrical gremlins associated with vehicles of this age.
Filter Part Numbers
Oil Filter Part Number Example:
Example: Fram PH3593A, Bosch 3300, Wix 51515 (Always confirm exact fitment for your specific engine variant).
Air Filter Part Number Example:
Example: Fram CA3273, Bosch 4700 (Always confirm exact fitment).
Preventive Maintenance
Preventive Maintenance Benefits:
Emphasizes the importance of routine and preventive maintenance to avoid premature failure and reduce costly repairs.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Heritage:
Mitsubishi Motors has a history of producing reliable and practical vehicles, with the Lancer nameplate having a long-standing reputation for durability and performance in various global markets.
Model Evolution
Model Evolution:
The sixth generation marked a significant styling update for the Lancer, moving towards a more aerodynamic and rounded design compared to its predecessors. It also saw advancements in engine technology and chassis refinement.
Production
Production Period:
1992-1995 for this specific generation.
Manufacturing Locations:
Primary manufacturing in Japan, with significant production facilities in other global locations through joint ventures and wholly owned subsidiaries.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Recognitions:
While specific awards for the 1992-1995 Colt Lancer might be limited, Mitsubishi vehicles of this era were generally recognized for their value, reliability, and fuel efficiency in the compact car segment.
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