🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mitsubishi Model: Mirage, Galant, Diamante Product Type: Workshop Manual / Service Repair Manual Codes Vin Decoder Reference: Applicable to VIN ranges for 1990-2000 Mitsubishi models 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: DIY mechanics, independent repair shops, dealerships Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: The only service repair workshop manual you will ever need; cost savings through DIY repairs Key Features Accessibility: Instant download, accessible on PC and Mac Content Quality: Factory high-detailed, vehicle-specific information User Experience: Step-by-step instructions, diagrams, illustrations, printable pages 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Covered Years: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 Covered Models: Mitsubishi Mirage, Mitsubishi Galant, Mitsubishi Diamante Coverage Scope: All repairs A-Z, vehicle-specific Page Count Estimated Page Count: High (Typically 1000+ pages for comprehensive manuals of this scope) Manual Type Type: Factory High-Detail Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Delivery Method: Instant Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Systems: Engine overhaul and rebuilding, engine performance, timing belt replacement, serpentine belt routings, firing orders Drivetrain: Clutch, transmission removal and installation, transmission in-car servicing, U-joint and CV-joint service procedures Braking System: Brakes, brake servicing procedures Suspension Steering: Front end and alignment procedures and specifications, suspension Electrical Electronics: Wiring schematics, computer diagnostic trouble codes, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts Comfort Convenience: Sunroof, air conditioning service and capacities Body Chassis: Body repair procedures (implied by 'all repairs A-Z') Procedures Included Maintenance: Factory maintenance schedules and charts, routine maintenance procedures Diagnostics Troubleshooting: Trouble codes, troubleshooting and diagnostics, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts Repair Rebuild: Engine overhaul and rebuilding, complete repair procedures Installation Replacement: Timing belt replacement, chain removal and tightening, transmission removal and installation Electrical Diagnostics: Detailed troubleshooting for electrical circuits, sensors, and actuators using wiring diagrams Torque Specifications: Complete torque specifications for all critical fasteners and components Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive step-by-step instructions for technicians and DIYers Detail Level: Factory-level detail, including diagrams, illustrations, and schematics Diagnostic Tools: Guidance on using diagnostic tools and interpreting fault codes 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable PDF, enabling quick access to information Print Quality Printability: All pages printable Image Enhancement: Ability to blow up images for enlarged copies Binding Type Binding: Not Applicable (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Type: Not Applicable (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Variants Covered: Details for 1.5L, 1.6L, 1.8L, 2.0L, 2.4L, 3.0L engine options (across all models and years) Performance Horsepower Torque: Specific HP and Torque figures for each engine variant will be detailed within the manual Fuel System Fuel Injection Systems: Coverage of various fuel injection systems used during the 1990-2000 period Ignition System Ignition Timing Specifications: Detailed specifications for ignition timing adjustment Cooling System Cooling System Capacities: Coolant capacities and specifications Lubrication System Oil Capacity Specifications: Engine oil capacity and viscosity recommendations Engine Overhaul Cylinder Head Removal Installation: Detailed procedures for cylinder head removal, gasket replacement, and installation with torque sequences Piston Ring Installation: Specifications and procedures for piston ring installation and gap measurement 🔧 Transmission Standard Standard Transmission Types: 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions (specifics vary by model/year) Optional Optional Transmission Types: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in some models (e.g., certain Galant variants) Features Transmission Fluid Specifications: Detailed specifications for transmission fluid types and capacities Transmission Rebuild Automatic Transmission Disassembly: Comprehensive steps for the disassembly and reassembly of automatic transmissions 📐 Dimensions Exterior Model Variations: Dimensions will vary across Mirage, Galant, and Diamante models, and body styles (sedan, coupe, wagon) Wheelbase: Wheelbase specifications for Mirage, Galant, and Diamante models Weights Curb Weight: Curb weight specifications provided for each model and trim level Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: GVWR for specific models Wheels Tires Wheel Bolt Pattern: Wheel bolt patterns (e.g., 4x114.3, 5x114.3) and recommended tire sizes 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Data: Reference to relevant safety standards and potentially crashworthiness information for the era Active Features ABS Availability: Information on Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) availability and operation Passive Features Airbag Systems: Details on airbag systems and their servicing 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio Systems: Details on factory audio systems and potential troubleshooting (e.g., speaker wiring, head unit diagnostics) Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Service and diagnostic procedures for cruise control systems Connectivity Diagnostic Ports: Information regarding the OBD-I or early OBD-II diagnostic ports and communication protocols 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Scheduled Maintenance: Factory recommended service intervals for oil changes, filter replacements, timing belts, etc. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Specific engine oil viscosity grades (e.g., 5W-30, 10W-30) and API service classifications Coolant Type: Recommended coolant type (e.g., ethylene glycol-based) and mixture ratios Brake Fluid Specifications: DOT brake fluid specifications Power Steering Fluid: Specifications for power steering fluid Manual Transmission Fluid: Specifications for manual transmission gear oil Known Issues Common Wear Items: Information implicitly covers maintenance of common wear items like belts, hoses, spark plugs, and brakes...
Body repair procedures (implied by 'all repairs A-Z')
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
Factory maintenance schedules and charts, routine maintenance procedures
Diagnostics Troubleshooting:
Trouble codes, troubleshooting and diagnostics, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts
Repair Rebuild:
Engine overhaul and rebuilding, complete repair procedures
Installation Replacement:
Timing belt replacement, chain removal and tightening, transmission removal and installation
Electrical Diagnostics:
Detailed troubleshooting for electrical circuits, sensors, and actuators using wiring diagrams
Torque Specifications:
Complete torque specifications for all critical fasteners and components
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive step-by-step instructions for technicians and DIYers
Detail Level:
Factory-level detail, including diagrams, illustrations, and schematics
Diagnostic Tools:
Guidance on using diagnostic tools and interpreting fault codes
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely text-searchable PDF, enabling quick access to information
Print Quality
Printability:
All pages printable
Image Enhancement:
Ability to blow up images for enlarged copies
Binding Type
Binding:
Not Applicable (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
Not Applicable (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Variants Covered:
Details for 1.5L, 1.6L, 1.8L, 2.0L, 2.4L, 3.0L engine options (across all models and years)
Performance
Horsepower Torque:
Specific HP and Torque figures for each engine variant will be detailed within the manual
Fuel System
Fuel Injection Systems:
Coverage of various fuel injection systems used during the 1990-2000 period
Ignition System
Ignition Timing Specifications:
Detailed specifications for ignition timing adjustment
Cooling System
Cooling System Capacities:
Coolant capacities and specifications
Lubrication System
Oil Capacity Specifications:
Engine oil capacity and viscosity recommendations
Engine Overhaul
Cylinder Head Removal Installation:
Detailed procedures for cylinder head removal, gasket replacement, and installation with torque sequences
Piston Ring Installation:
Specifications and procedures for piston ring installation and gap measurement
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Standard Transmission Types:
5-speed manual and automatic transmissions (specifics vary by model/year)
Optional
Optional Transmission Types:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in some models (e.g., certain Galant variants)
Features
Transmission Fluid Specifications:
Detailed specifications for transmission fluid types and capacities
Transmission Rebuild
Automatic Transmission Disassembly:
Comprehensive steps for the disassembly and reassembly of automatic transmissions
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Model Variations:
Dimensions will vary across Mirage, Galant, and Diamante models, and body styles (sedan, coupe, wagon)
Wheelbase:
Wheelbase specifications for Mirage, Galant, and Diamante models
Weights
Curb Weight:
Curb weight specifications provided for each model and trim level
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
GVWR for specific models
Wheels Tires
Wheel Bolt Pattern:
Wheel bolt patterns (e.g., 4x114.3, 5x114.3) and recommended tire sizes
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Data:
Reference to relevant safety standards and potentially crashworthiness information for the era
Active Features
ABS Availability:
Information on Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) availability and operation
Passive Features
Airbag Systems:
Details on airbag systems and their servicing
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio Systems:
Details on factory audio systems and potential troubleshooting (e.g., speaker wiring, head unit diagnostics)
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Service and diagnostic procedures for cruise control systems
Connectivity
Diagnostic Ports:
Information regarding the OBD-I or early OBD-II diagnostic ports and communication protocols
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Scheduled Maintenance:
Factory recommended service intervals for oil changes, filter replacements, timing belts, etc.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Specific engine oil viscosity grades (e.g., 5W-30, 10W-30) and API service classifications
Coolant Type:
Recommended coolant type (e.g., ethylene glycol-based) and mixture ratios
Brake Fluid Specifications:
DOT brake fluid specifications
Power Steering Fluid:
Specifications for power steering fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Specifications for manual transmission gear oil
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Information implicitly covers maintenance of common wear items like belts, hoses, spark plugs, and brakes
Troubleshooting Guides:
Troubleshooting sections will address common driveability issues and fault diagnosis
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Mitsubishi Motors:
Contextual information on Mitsubishi's automotive history and engineering during the period
Model Evolution
Mirage Galant Diamante Generations:
Covers multiple generations and significant updates for these models between 1990-2000
Production
Manufacturing Locations:
While not explicitly stated, the manual will cover vehicles produced for global markets
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Model Specific Awards:
While not directly in the manual, the models covered (especially Galant and Diamante) received various industry recognitions during their production runs.
📄 Braking System
Brake Repair
Caliper Rebuild:
Procedures for rebuilding brake calipers and replacing brake pads/rotors
Brake Bleeding:
Correct procedures for bleeding hydraulic brake systems