Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1987 Mitsubishi Precis LS, 2D Hatchback, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.97 LBS. | 0.89 KG | R-12 | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON or DEXRON II | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 5.30 QTS. | 5.01 L | 50/50 mixture of High quality ethylene-glycol antifreeze and water | S | |||
| Engine Oil | 3.70 QTS. | 3.5 L | API - SAE 20W-40 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (-10Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | 10.60 GALS. | 40.12 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.20 QTS. | 2.08 L | API - Classification GL-4, GL-5, SAE 75W-85W | S | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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