🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mitsubishi Model: Colt Summit Mirage Product Name: Mitsubishi Colt Summit Mirage Complete Workshop Service Repair Manual 1989 1990 1991 1992 👋 Introduction Market Position Vehicle Class: Subcompact and compact cars, known for affordability and reliability. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Competed with vehicles like Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra, and Ford Escort during its production years. Key Features Value Proposition: Offered a balance of fuel efficiency, practicality, and a straightforward, durable mechanical design. Manual Value Target Audience: DIY mechanics, independent repair shops, and owners seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Applicable Model Years: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 Page Count Estimated Page Count: Estimates vary, but typically comprehensive workshop manuals of this era range from 500 to 1500+ pages. Manual Type Type: Workshop Service Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Downloadable Digital Format (typically PDF) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Detailed coverage of all engine variants, including disassembly, assembly, component testing, specifications, and troubleshooting for gasoline engines. Transmission: Comprehensive information on manual and automatic transmissions, including operation, removal, installation, overhaul, and fluid specifications. Fuel System: In-depth coverage of fuel injection systems (MPI/EFI), carburetors (if applicable), fuel pumps, lines, and emissions control. Ignition System: Detailed diagnostics and repair procedures for ignition coils, distributors, spark plugs, and electronic control units (ECU). Cooling System: Information on radiators, water pumps, thermostat, coolant specifications, and troubleshooting for overheating issues. Exhaust System: Details on catalytic converters, mufflers, exhaust manifold, and emissions control components. Brake System: Coverage of hydraulic brake systems, including master cylinders, calipers, wheel cylinders, brake pads/shoes, rotors/drums, and ABS (if equipped). Suspension System: Detailed procedures for front and rear suspension components, including struts, shock absorbers, control arms, ball joints, and alignment specifications. Steering System: Information on power steering systems, steering racks/boxes, tie rods, and steering column. Electrical System: Comprehensive wiring diagrams, component locations, troubleshooting guides for starting, charging, lighting, and accessory circuits. HVAC System: Coverage of air conditioning and heating systems, including components, refrigerant, and servicing procedures. Body And Chassis: Information on body panel removal/installation, interior trim, doors, windows, and structural components. Emission Control: Detailed information on emission control systems, including EGR, catalytic converter function, and evaporative emission controls. Steering Column Components: Includes procedures for steering column disassembly, ignition switch replacement, and combination switch servicing. Procedures Included Maintenance: Routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, spark plug replacement, belt adjustments. Diagnostics Troubleshooting: Step-by-step diagnostic procedures for identifying and resolving common and complex issues across all vehicle systems. Repair Overhaul: Detailed instructions for disassembling, repairing, and reassembling major vehicle components and sub-systems. Specifications Data: All necessary technical specifications, torque values, clearances, fluid types and capacities, and diagnostic data. Wiring Diagrams: Complete and detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems. Wheel Alignment Specifications: Includes front and rear wheel alignment angles, caster, camber, toe, and thrust angle specifications. Engine Rebuilding: Complete engine rebuilding procedures, including piston ring installation, bearing clearance checks, cylinder honing, and valve seat grinding. Transmission Overhaul: Detailed steps for disassembling, inspecting, and reassembling both manual and automatic transmissions, including torque converter service. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, from basic scheduled maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds, including advanced electrical diagnostics. Torque Specifications: Extensive list of torque specifications for all critical fasteners, from cylinder head bolts to suspension components. Diagnostic Trouble Codes: Provides a comprehensive listing of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) for the engine control unit and other electronic systems, along with diagnostic procedures for each code. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Digital Format: PDF (Portable Document Format) - generally optimized for digital viewing and printing. Print Quality Clarity: High resolution for clear text, diagrams, and illustrations. Searchable text functionality is a common benefit of quality PDFs. Binding Type Binding: Not applicable for digital format; however, a professionally printed version would typically be spiral-bound or perfect-bound for ease of use in a workshop. Paper Type Paper Quality: Not applicable for digital format; however, original manuals used durable, often glossy paper to withstand workshop conditions. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Codes: Common engine codes for this era include 4G13 (1.3L), 4G15 (1.5L), and potentially 4G33 (1.6L) or 4G63 (2.0L) for higher trims/specific models like the Summit/Galant variants. Manual will cover all. Performance Horsepower Torque: Varies by engine. Example: 1.5L (4G15) typically produced around 85-90 hp and 90-95 lb-ft torque. Manual provides precise figures. Fuel System Injection Type: Likely Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) or Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) for most models by this era, with some base models potentially having carburetion. Manual specifies for each variant. Engine Management ECU Coverage: Covers Electronic Control Unit (ECU) functions, sensor inputs, and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Cylinder Head Valve Train: Typically SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) or DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) configurations. Manual details valve timing and adjustment procedures. Lubrication Oil Capacity: Example:...