The Galant, chassis code E30, produced for the 1990 model year, represents a mid-size sedan known for its aerodynamic styling and front-wheel drive platform, designed with a focus on driver comfort and reliability. This generation, the fifth, was styled by Oliver Lavellee and offered notable features such as an optional all-wheel drive system and an available V6 engine, contributing to its recognition on a prominent automotive publication's Ten Best list. The Galant competed in a segment with vehicles like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, aiming to provide a compelling blend of performance and practicality for its owners. This comprehensive Full Service & Repair Manual in English is designed to assist owners and technicians in maintaining and repairing the 1990 Galant. It covers a wide array of systems, including detailed procedures for engine mechanicals, fuel injection, ignition, manual and automatic transmissions, brakes, suspension, steering, and the electrical system. The manual also provides guidance on HVAC, body and frame work, scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting common issues with diagnostic flowcharts, and complete repair and rebuild instructions for major components. Its expert-level depth ensures thorough understanding for both professional mechanics and dedicated DIY enthusiasts. 🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mitsubishi Model: Galant Year: 1990 Codes Chassis Code: E30 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Mid-size sedan Target Audience: Owners seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs, independent repair shops. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Ford Taurus, Nissan Maxima. Key Features Design Philosophy: Aerodynamic styling, front-wheel drive platform, focus on driver comfort and reliability. Notable Features: Optional all-wheel drive (AWD) system, available V6 engine, advanced (for its time) multi-link suspension. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Type: Full Service & Repair Manual Language: English Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Complete overhaul, component testing, timing belt replacement, cylinder head service, piston/ring inspection, crankshaft/bearing checks, oil pump diagnostics. Engine Management: Fuel injection system (MPI), ignition system (electronic), sensor diagnostics (TPS, MAP, O2, coolant temp), ECU troubleshooting, emission control systems. Transmission Manual: Clutch replacement, gearshift linkage adjustment, internal component inspection, fluid changes, bearing replacement. Transmission Automatic: Torque converter service, valve body diagnostics, transmission fluid and filter replacement, gear selection issues, overhaul procedures. Brakes: Hydraulic system bleeding, pad/rotor replacement, caliper overhaul, parking brake adjustment, master cylinder and booster testing. Suspension: Front strut/shock absorber replacement, rear shock absorber replacement, control arm bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, wheel bearing service. Steering: Power steering pump and rack overhaul, fluid leaks, tie rod end replacement, steering column adjustments. Electrical System: Battery, charging system (alternator, starter), lighting circuits, horn, wiper/washer system, power windows/locks, fuse box diagrams, wiring schematics. HVAC: Heater core replacement, AC compressor service, refrigerant system diagnostics, blower motor replacement, climate control panel troubleshooting. Body And Frame: Door panel removal, interior trim components, bumper replacement, hood and trunk adjustments, exterior trim, rust repair guidelines. Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance intervals, oil change procedures, filter replacement, spark plug replacement, coolant flushes, belt inspections. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic flowcharts for common drivability issues, electrical faults, braking system problems, and HVAC malfunctions. Repair: Step-by-step repair instructions for all major mechanical and electrical components, including detailed diagrams and torque specifications. Rebuild: Comprehensive instructions for engine and transmission rebuilds, including machining specifications and assembly procedures. Technical Depth Depth: Expert-level, suitable for professional mechanics and serious DIY enthusiasts. Covers everything from basic fluid changes to complete engine teardowns and rebuilds. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Searchable text enabled Printability: Printable pages Image Quality: High-resolution diagrams and illustrations Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital PDF) Paper Type Paper: N/A (Digital PDF) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: 4G63 (2.0L SOHC) Displacement: 1997 cc Configuration: Inline-4, Transverse Bore X Stroke: 85.0 mm x 88.0 mm Compression Ratio: 8.5:1 Horsepower Gross: 114 hp @ 5500 rpm Torque Gross: 125 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm Performance Engine Code V6: 6G71 (2.5L SOHC V6) Displacement V6: 2497 cc Configuration V6: V-6, Transverse Horsepower V6: 145 hp @ 5500 rpm Torque V6: 155 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (87 octane recommended) Fuel Tank Capacity: 15.8 US gallons (60 liters) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type 4Cyl: 5-speed Manual Optional Transmission Type Auto: 4-speed Automatic (Optional on 4-cyl, Standard on V6) Features AWD Availability: Optional All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system available with automatic transmission. Clutch Type: Hydraulically actuated, single dry plate (manual transmission) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 184.1 inches (4675 mm) Width: 67.9 inches (1725 mm) Height: 54.7 inches (1390 mm) Wheelbase: 104.7 inches (2659 mm) Front Track: 57.9 inches (1470 mm) Rear Track: 57.1 inches (1450 mm) Weights Curb Weight 4Cyl Manual: 2910 lbs (1320 kg) Curb Weight V6 Auto AWD: 3395 lbs (1540 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Approx. 4100 lbs (1860 kg) Towing Capacity: Not Recommended 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Driver Frontal Impact:...
The Galant, chassis code E30, produced for the 1990 model year, represents a mid-size sedan known for its aerodynamic styling and front-wheel drive platform, designed with a focus on driver comfort and reliability. This generation, the fifth, was styled by Oliver Lavellee and offered notable features such as an optional all-wheel drive system and an available V6 engine, contributing to its recognition on a prominent automotive publication's Ten Best list. The Galant competed in a segment with vehicles like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, aiming to provide a compelling blend of performance and practicality for its owners.
This comprehensive Full Service & Repair Manual in English is designed to assist owners and technicians in maintaining and repairing the 1990 Galant. It covers a wide array of systems, including detailed procedures for engine mechanicals, fuel injection, ignition, manual and automatic transmissions, brakes, suspension, steering, and the electrical system. The manual also provides guidance on HVAC, body and frame work, scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting common issues with diagnostic flowcharts, and complete repair and rebuild instructions for major components. Its expert-level depth ensures thorough understanding for both professional mechanics and dedicated DIY enthusiasts.
🏷️ Basic Information
Identification
Make:
Mitsubishi
Model:
Galant
Year:
1990
Codes
Chassis Code:
E30
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Segment:
Mid-size sedan
Target Audience:
Owners seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs, independent repair shops.
Competitive Analysis
Competitors:
Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Ford Taurus, Nissan Maxima.
Key Features
Design Philosophy:
Aerodynamic styling, front-wheel drive platform, focus on driver comfort and reliability.
Notable Features:
Optional all-wheel drive (AWD) system, available V6 engine, advanced (for its time) multi-link suspension.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Manual Type:
Full Service & Repair Manual
Language:
English
Format:
PDF Download
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine Mechanical:
Complete overhaul, component testing, timing belt replacement, cylinder head service, piston/ring inspection, crankshaft/bearing checks, oil pump diagnostics.
Engine Management:
Fuel injection system (MPI), ignition system (electronic), sensor diagnostics (TPS, MAP, O2, coolant temp), ECU troubleshooting, emission control systems.
Diagnostic flowcharts for common drivability issues, electrical faults, braking system problems, and HVAC malfunctions.
Repair:
Step-by-step repair instructions for all major mechanical and electrical components, including detailed diagrams and torque specifications.
Rebuild:
Comprehensive instructions for engine and transmission rebuilds, including machining specifications and assembly procedures.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Expert-level, suitable for professional mechanics and serious DIY enthusiasts. Covers everything from basic fluid changes to complete engine teardowns and rebuilds.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Searchable text enabled
Printability:
Printable pages
Image Quality:
High-resolution diagrams and illustrations
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type
Paper:
N/A (Digital PDF)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code:
4G63 (2.0L SOHC)
Displacement:
1997 cc
Configuration:
Inline-4, Transverse
Bore X Stroke:
85.0 mm x 88.0 mm
Compression Ratio:
8.5:1
Horsepower Gross:
114 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque Gross:
125 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Performance
Engine Code V6:
6G71 (2.5L SOHC V6)
Displacement V6:
2497 cc
Configuration V6:
V-6, Transverse
Horsepower V6:
145 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque V6:
155 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (87 octane recommended)
Fuel Tank Capacity:
15.8 US gallons (60 liters)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type 4Cyl:
5-speed Manual
Optional
Transmission Type Auto:
4-speed Automatic (Optional on 4-cyl, Standard on V6)
Features
AWD Availability:
Optional All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system available with automatic transmission.
Clutch Type:
Hydraulically actuated, single dry plate (manual transmission)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
184.1 inches (4675 mm)
Width:
67.9 inches (1725 mm)
Height:
54.7 inches (1390 mm)
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches (2659 mm)
Front Track:
57.9 inches (1470 mm)
Rear Track:
57.1 inches (1450 mm)
Weights
Curb Weight 4Cyl Manual:
2910 lbs (1320 kg)
Curb Weight V6 Auto AWD:
3395 lbs (1540 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Approx. 4100 lbs (1860 kg)
Towing Capacity:
Not Recommended
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Driver Frontal Impact:
Not rated (Vehicle predates stringent modern testing)
IIHS Crash Test:
Not rated (Vehicle predates stringent modern testing)
Active Features
ABS:
Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) on some trims.
Passive Features
Airbags:
No driver or passenger airbags standard. Optional driver airbag on later models.
Seat Belts:
Three-point seat belts with front pretensioners.
Crumple Zones:
Designed with front and rear crumple zones for energy absorption.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Factory AM/FM stereo cassette player, optional CD player on higher trims.
Speakers:
Typically 4 or 6 speaker system.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Available on LS and GXE trims.
Connectivity
Connectivity Options:
Basic; no Bluetooth or USB connectivity. Primarily analog systems.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,000-5,000 miles (5,000-8,000 km) or 3-6 months, whichever comes first.
Engine Oil Filter Replacement:
At every oil change.
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000-30,000 miles (24,000-48,000 km).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 30,000-60,000 miles (48,000-96,000 km) depending on plug type.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Crucial: Every 60,000-90,000 miles (96,000-144,000 km) or 5-7 years. Failure can cause catastrophic engine damage.
Coolant Flush:
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2-3 years.
Transmission Fluid Change Manual:
Every 30,000-60,000 miles (48,000-96,000 km).
Transmission Fluid Change Automatic:
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
Brake Fluid Flush:
Every 2 years or 24,000 miles (38,000 km).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type 4Cyl:
API SG or SH, SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30
Engine Oil Type V6:
API SG or SH, SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity 4Cyl:
4.2 US quarts (4.0 liters) with filter
Engine Oil Capacity V6:
4.5 US quarts (4.3 liters) with filter
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Transmission Fluid Type Manual:
GL-4, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 gear oil
Transmission Fluid Type Automatic:
Dexron II or equivalent ATF
Power Steering Fluid:
Dexron II or equivalent ATF
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3
Known Issues
Timing Belt Failure:
Extremely common and critical failure. Regular replacement is paramount.
Suspension Wear:
Bushings, ball joints, and tie rod ends are prone to wear, leading to steering looseness and noise.
Oil Leaks:
Valve cover gaskets and oil pan gaskets can leak over time.
Electrical Gremlins:
Aging wiring harnesses and connectors can lead to intermittent issues with lights, sensors, and accessories.
Automatic Transmission Problems:
Some units can develop shifting issues or solenoid failures, especially with high mileage and neglected fluid changes.
Cooling System:
Radiators and hoses can degrade, leading to leaks and overheating.
Part Numbers
Timing Belt Kit Example:
Example Part #1145A036 (ensure correct fitment)
Oil Filter Example:
Example Part #MD095100 or equivalent from aftermarket brands.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Mitsubishi Motors Founding:
1970
Motorsport Legacy:
Known for rally success, particularly with the Lancer Evolution series.
Model Evolution
Galant Introduction:
First generation introduced in 1969.
Fifth Generation:
The 1990 model belongs to the fifth generation (E30 series), introduced in 1987.
Design Influence:
Styled by Italian designer Oliver Lavellee, known for its aerodynamic 'jellybean' shape.
Production
Production Period:
1987-1993 (E30 series)
Manufacturing Locations:
Japan (primarily Okazaki Plant)
Trim Levels:
LS, GS, GXE (varied by market)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Car And Driver Ten Best:
Was a recurring member of Car and Driver's Ten Best list in the late 1980s/early 1990s for its value and performance.
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